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'The little bloke was tremendous', Ponting lauds Chahal for role in record-breaking win
New Chandigarh, April 16: Punjab Kings registered a record-breaking win in the ongoing edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL), picking a 16-run win over the Kolkata Knight Riders at the New PCA Stadium at Mullanpur in New Chandigarh on Tuesday. Doing so, Punjab defended the lowest total in IPL history.
The way he performed today was really, really commendable: Nehal Wadhera praises Yuzvendra Chahal after his match-winning spell
Chandigarh, April 16: After registering a win over defending champion Kolkata Knight Riders in the 31st encounter of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, Punjab Kings (PBKS) left-hand batter Nehal Wadhera lauded leg spinner Yuzvendra Chahal's exceptional bowling performance in the game
IPL 2025: KKR batted themselves into bit of a hole, says Boucher
New Delhi, April 16: After Kolkata Knight Riders failed to chase a modest target of 112 against Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the IPL match, former South Africa wicketkeeper and coach Mark Boucher slammed the defending champions' approach, saying they "batted themselves into a hole."
IPL 2025: Nehal Wadhera credits Ponting and Iyer for PBKS' historic win over KKR
New Delhi, April 16: Punjab Kings’ batter Nehal Wadhera has credited head coach Ricky Ponting and captain Shreyas Iyer for inspiring the team to pull off a memorable 16-run win against Kolkata Knight Riders in Match 31 of IPL 2025. PBKS defended just 111 runs – the lowest total ever defended in IPL history – by bowling out KKR for 95.
IPL 2025: It wasn't like PBKS bowled exceptionally; we just didn't bat as well, says KKR skipper Rahane
New Chandigarh, April 16: After defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) suffered a narrow 16-run loss in a low-scoring thriller against Punjab Kings, skipper Ajinkya Rahane opined that the loss was not solely due to exceptional bowling by the hosts but also a result of his team's underwhelming performance with the bat.
IPL 2025: Shreyas has a good composure as a captain, says Rayudu
New Delhi, April 16: After Punjab Kings (PBKS) defended a paltry 111 against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in Mullanpur to script the lowest successful defence in Indian Premier League (IPL) history, former India cricketer Rayudu praised Iyer's attitude and composure, calling him the difference between a meek surrender and a statement win.
All players are confident & experienced to handle any situation: KKR captain Ajinkya Rahane banking on team to turn things around
Chandigarh, April 16: The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), defending champions of the Indian Premier League (IPL), suffered a narrow 16-run loss in a low-scoring thriller against Punjab Kings, here at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium on Tuesday. Harshit Rana's three-fer, alongside braces from Sunil Narine and Varun Chakaravarthy, went in vain as the hosts defending the target in an engaging contest.
IPL 2025: 'No one thought they could do something like this', says Saba Karim after PBKS defends lowest-ever total
New Chandigarh, April 16: Former Indian cricketer Saba Karim delved into the thrilling upset pulled off by Punjab Kings against defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders, saying that no one had thought of PBKS pulling off such a remarkable feat by successfully defending the lowest total in the IPL history.
IPL 2025: Hard to express, says Iyer after PBKS defend lowest total in history
New Chandigarh, April 16: Punjab Kings skipper Shreyas Iyer told his troops to stay humble after their historic 16-run win against Kolkata Knight Riders at Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium on Tuesday.
IPL 2025: Pretty disappointed, we batted really badly as a batting unit, says Rahane
New Chandigarh, April 15: Kolkata Knight Riders captain Ajinkya Rahane blamed the batting unit including himself after failing to chase 112 against Punjab Kings at Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium on Tuesday.
IPL 2025: Chahal, Jansen power Punjab to historic win against KKR in low-scoring thriller
New Chandigarh, April 15: Yuzvendra Chahal returned with career-best tournament figures of 4-28 while pacer Marco Jansen picked three scalps to stage a thrilling 16-run win for Punjab Kings against Kolkata Knight Riders in the IPL 2025 at Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium on Tuesday.
Might just be the best win I ever had: Ricky Ponting lauds Punjab Kings after historic IPL win over KKR
Mullanpur, April 16: In what could be remembered as one of the most thrilling matches in Indian Premier League (IPL) history, Punjab Kings (PBKS) head coach Ricky Ponting hailed his team's incredible spirit and resilience after they pulled off an improbable 16-run win over Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), successfully defending the lowest total ever in IPL history.
I'll take the blame: KKR skipper Rahane on his game-changing dismissal after loss to PBKS
Mullanpur, April 16: Following his side's loss to Punjab Kings (PBKS), Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) skipper Ajinkya Rahane expressed disappointment with the batting performance, but also stressed the need to be positive with the half of the tournament still ahead of them. He also took the blame for his poor shot selection that contributed to his dismissal and ultimately, the team's downfall.
Always had self-belief: Yuzvendra Chahal reflects on match-winning spell in historic PBKS win
Mullanpur, April 16: Punjab Kings' (PBKS) leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal once again proved why he remains one of the most impactful bowlers in the Indian Premier League (IPL), delivering a match-winning performance as PBKS pulled off a stunning 16-run victory over Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). Defending 111 runs, the lowest total ever successfully defended in IPL history, Punjab bowled out KKR for 95, thanks largely to Chahal's magical spell of 4/28 in four overs.
Wanted the field to be attacking, right in front of their face...: PBKS skipper Iyer after win over KKR
Mullanpur, April 16: Following his side's win over defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), Punjab Kings (PBKS) skipper Shreyas Iyer highlighted his team's attacking mindset and field settings and how important it is not to feel over-hyped by such victories.
IPL 2025: From Kolkata to Mullanpur, PBKS breaks records; skipper Iyer's fortunes reverse
Mullanpur, April 16: The best thing about time is that it changes. This phrase, often used by people to comfort their close and loved ones during times of distress, surely holds true for Punjab Kings (PBKS) and their captain Shreyas Iyer.
Punjab Kings create history, defend lowest total in IPL to stun KKR
Mullanpur, April 15: In one of the most astonishing feats in Indian Premier League (IPL) history, Punjab Kings (PBKS) pulled off a remarkable 16-run victory over defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in a low-scoring thriller at Mullanpur in the IPL 2025 season. The match will be remembered for PBKS successfully defending the lowest total ever in the league's history -- 111 runs.
KKR's Narine is joint third-highest wicket-taker in IPL, at par with Bhuvneshwar
Mullanpur, April 15: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) icon Sunil Narine has levelled with pacer Bhuvneswar Kumar, becoming the third-highest wicket-taker in Indian Premier League (IPL).
IPL 2025: Harshit's powerplay spell bamboozles PBKS, KKR bundles out hosts for 111
Mullanpur, April 15: A fiery powerplay spell by Harshit Rana and some fine fielding by Ramandeep Singh never let Punjab Kings (PBKS) batters roar in their home conditions as defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) bundled them out for just 111 in 15.3 overs at Mullanpur on Tuesday.
IPL 2025: Harshit, Chakaravarthy, Narine bundle out Punjab Kings for 111
New Chandigarh, April 15: Harshit Rana claimed three wickets while the spin duo of Varun Chakaravarthy and Sunil Narine bagged two scalps each as Kolkata Knight Riders bundled out Punjab Kings for 111 in 15.3 overs in the IPL 2025 fixture at Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium on Tuesday.
IPL 2025: Inglis, Bartlett make debuts as Punjab Kings opt to bat against KKR
New Chandigarh, April 15: Punjab Kings have won the toss and elected to bat first against Kolkata Knight Riders in the IPL 2025 clash here at Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium on Tuesday.
I knew what he could do: Ricky Ponting backs Priyansh Arya's fearless approach
Mullanpur, April 15: Punjab Kings (PBKS) head coach Ricky Ponting has heaped praise on young batter Priyansh Arya, who has made an impression early in the Indian Premier League (IPL) season with his fearless attitude and aggressive intent.
IPL 2025: PBKS captain Shreyas Iyer wins toss against former side KKR, opts to bat
Mullanpur, April 15: Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer won the toss and opted to bat against his former side and the defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders at Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) on Tuesday.
How has PBKS' skipper Iyer fared against his former franchise, KKR?
Mullanpur, April 14: As Punjab Kings takes on defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on Tuesday, PBKS skipper Shreyas Iyer will be locking horns with a unit that he led to their third Indian Premier League (IPL) trophy just during the last season.
IPL 2025: Huge blow for PBKS as Lockie Ferguson likely to miss remainder of season
New Chandigarh, April 14: Punjab Kings (PBKS) fast bowler Lockie Ferguson is likely to miss rest of IPL 2025, said bowling coach James Hopes ahead of their clash against defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR).
IPL 2025: Lockie Ferguson ruled out indefinitely, says PBKS fast bowling coach James Hopes
Mullanpur, April 14: Ahead of his side's match against defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in Mullanpur, Punjab Kings (PBKS) fast bowling coach James Hopes said that pacer Lockie Ferguson is "out indefinitely" after suffering an injury during the last match against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH).
IPL 2025: SRH chasing 246 with 9 balls to spare left Shreyas Iyer amused
Hyderabad, April 13: In a match that produced 492 runs combined in two innings, Sunrisers Hyderabad chasing a target of 246 with nine balls to spare had Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer laughing. The Punjab Kings captain also felt things could have been different in Match 27 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 if his team had taken two exceptional catches.
Hayden applauds Head-Abhishek duo for 'measured' brilliance in record chase
Hyderabad, April 13: Former Australian opener Matthew Hayden lauded the tactical brilliance and composure shown by Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma, whose explosive opening stand powered Sunrisers Hyderabad to a historic run chase against Punjab Kings in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL).
Uthappa lauds Abhishek Sharma, Travis Head after record-breaking chase against Punjab Kings
Hyderabad, April 13: Former India batter Robin Uthappa heaped praise on Abhishek Sharma and Travis Head for their breathtaking opening stand that powered Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) to a record chase against Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL).
Abhishek played really well, but we missed our chances: Sunil Joshi after blistering 141 shocks PBKS
Hyderabad, April 13: Abhishek Sharma delivered one of the most explosive knocks of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season, hammering a sensational 141 off just 55 balls against Punjab Kings (PBKS). His innings, laced with 14 boundaries and 10 towering sixes, came at a staggering strike rate of 256.36, leaving the PBKS bowlers gasping for answers.
Nothing too serious, just a bit of banter: Travis Head on his verbal spat with Glenn Maxwell and Marcus Stoinis
Hyderabad, April 13: After the completion of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 encounter against Punjab Kings (PBKS), Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) opener Travis Head opened up and shared his thoughts on the verbal spat between him and Glenn Maxwell and Marcus Stoinis during the ninth over of the 27th fixture of the ongoing 18th edition of the cash-rich league.
They have been lucky for the team: Abhishek Sharma on his parents after winning IPL 2025 clash against Punjab Kings
Hyderabad, April 13: After slamming his maiden ton in the Indian Premier League (IPL) on Saturday while playing against Punjab Kings (PBKS), Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) opener Abhishek Sharma revealed that the whole team, including him were waiting for his parents as they are lucky for the Hyderabad-based franchise.
IPL 2025: SRH's Abhishek Sharma registers highest score by an Indian in tournament's history
Hyderabad, April 13: Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) opener Abhishek Sharma made history on Saturday, hitting the highest individual score by an Indian player in Indian Premier League (IPL) history.
SRH's Shami registers worst figures by an Indian bowler in IPL history
Hyderabad, April 12: Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and India pace veteran Mohammed Shami on Saturday registered the worst-ever figures by an Indian bowler in the history of the Indian Premier League (IPL), and overall second-worst.
IPL 2025: We missed our chances, PBKS's Sunil Joshi reflects on their loss to SRH
Hyderabad, April 13: As Punjab Kings suffered their second loss of the season after losing to Sunrisers Hyderabad in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, their spin-bowling coach Sunil Joshi said they had their chances in the high-scoring slugfest but failed to capitalise on them. After three wins in four matches, PBKS were looking to climb up the standings but suffered an eight-wicket defeat against Sunrisers Hyderabad.
IPL 2025: Abhishek Sharma lights up Hyderabad as SRH pull off historic chase against PBKS
Hyderabad, April 12: In a match that will long be etched in the annals of the Indian Premier League (IPL) history, Sunrisers Hyderabad pulled off the second-highest successful run chase in the league's history, chasing down a mammoth 246 against Punjab Kings with eight wickets in hand, at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium here on Saturday.
IPL 2025: Shreyas Iyer, Marcus Stoinis's knock storms Punjab Kings to 245/6 in 20 overs against Sunrisers Hyderabad
Hyderabad, April 12: Skipper Shreyas Iyer's fifty and right-hand batter Marcus Stoinis's cameo in the end powered the Punjab Kings (PBKS) side to a massive total of 245/6 in their 20 overs against the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 on Saturday.
IPL 2025: Punjab Kings' Ferguson walks off the field mid-game due to injury
Hyderabad, April 12: Punjab Kings were dealt a major blow during their high-octane clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad in Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 on Saturday as New Zealand speedster Lockie Ferguson walked off the field just two balls into his spell, citing hip discomfort.
IPL 2025: Iyer's blazing 82, Stoinis' final-over carnage power PBKS to 245 against SRH
Hyderabad, April 12: Punjab Kings unleashed an all-out assault against Sunrisers Hyderabad in Match 27 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, riding on a blazing half-century from Shreyas Iyer (82) and late fireworks from Marcus Stoinis, who scored 34 in eleven deliveries to reach 245/6 in 20 overs, here at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium.
Preity Zinta in attendance for Punjab Kings clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad
Hyderabad, April 12: Actor Preity Zinta, who is the co-owner of Punjab Kings, never misses a chance to watch the match of her team from the stands. On Saturday, she was spotted cheering for the players at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad.