Punjab Kings Chase 265 Runs to Beat Delhi Capitals, Preity Zinta Reacts to Historic IPL Win

Punjab Kings defeat Delhi Capitals by 6 wickets with a record 265-run chase. KL Rahul scores 152 while Preity Zinta praises team performance in IPL 2026.

In a high-scoring clash of the Indian Premier League, Punjab Kings defeated Delhi Capitals by six wickets, creating history with a record-breaking run chase. Team co-owner Preity Zinta celebrated the win on social media, praising both her team and standout performers from the opposition.

Preity Zinta Praises Players After Historic Win

Taking to Instagram, Preity Zinta congratulated her team and acknowledged the efforts of rival batter KL Rahul for his exceptional innings. She also appreciated Shreyas Iyer, along with key contributors like Prabhsimran Singh, Priyansh Arya, Nehal Wadhera and Shashank Singh for their performances under intense conditions.

Punjab Kings Script Record 265 Run Chase

Punjab Kings successfully chased down a massive target of 265 runs, one of the highest successful chases in T20 history. This feat surpassed their previous record of chasing 262 runs against Kolkata Knight Riders in the 2024 season, marking a new milestone in the tournament.

KL Rahul’s 152 Goes in Vain

Despite the loss, KL Rahul delivered a historic performance, scoring 152 runs off 67 balls. With this innings, he became the first Indian batter to score 150 in IPL history and also registered the highest individual score by an Indian in men’s T20 cricket.

Points Table Update After Match

Following this victory, Punjab Kings moved to 13 points with six wins and one no-result match, maintaining an unbeaten run in the tournament so far. On the other hand, Delhi Capitals slipped to sixth place with three wins and four losses, holding six points.

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