Captain Shreyas Iyer’s first IPL century propelled Punjab Kings to a seven-wicket triumph over Lucknow Super Giants, ending their six-match losing streak. Iyer’s unbeaten 101 off 51 deliveries, including 11 fours and five sixes, guided Punjab to victory in just 18 overs. Partnering with Prabhsimran Singh, Iyer’s 140-run stand played a pivotal role in Punjab’s win.
The win elevated Punjab Kings to fourth place on the points table, with their playoff fate dependent on the outcome of the Rajasthan Royals versus Mumbai Indians match. A victory for MI would keep Punjab’s hopes alive, setting up a potential clash with Sunrisers Hyderabad in the Eliminator. The match saw a dramatic start as Priyansh Arya was dismissed for a golden duck, but Iyer and Prabhsimran steadied the innings with a solid partnership.
Iyer’s milestone century not only secured a crucial win for Punjab but also marked the end of their losing streak, keeping their playoff aspirations alive. Lucknow Super Giants’ defeat confirmed their last-place finish in the IPL 2026 points table. The match also witnessed notable performances from Josh Inglis and Abdul Samad for LSG, who posted 196/6 but fell short against Punjab Kings’ strong batting display.
The innings saw Inglis shine with a fluent 72 off 44 balls, supported by Samad’s unbeaten 37 off 20 deliveries. Despite a promising start, LSG failed to capitalize on partnerships, ultimately succumbing to Punjab’s disciplined bowling. Yuzvendra Chahal and Marco Jansen stood out with two wickets each, restricting LSG to a total that Punjab comfortably chased down.
