NEW DELHI: It was a night of high drama and unforgettable moments, but nothing lit up the internet quite like Preity Zinta's ecstatic celebration after Punjab Kings pulled off one of the greatest upsets in IPL history.
The co-owner of PBKS was seen jumping, shouting, and visibly overwhelmed as her side defended a seemingly impossible total of 111 to beat Kolkata Knight Riders by 16 runs at Mullanpur on Tuesday.
As the final KKR wicket fell, sealing the incredible win, cameras caught Zinta leaping with joy on the sidelines, hands in the air, eyes wide with disbelief.
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This wasn’t just any win.
It was record-breaking. Punjab Kings became the team to defend the lowest total ever in IPL history, surpassing Chennai Super Kings’ record of defending 116 back in 2009.
And Zinta, who has always worn her emotions on her sleeve, made sure every moment of it was celebrated in full.
The match itself was a rollercoaster.
After being bowled out for just 111 in 15.3 overs, Punjab looked dead and buried.
But their bowlers had other plans. Marco Jansen struck early, removing both KKR openers, while Xavier Bartlett impressed on debut.
The pressure mounted as Yuzvendra Chahal unleashed a spin masterclass, picking up 4 wickets—including the crucial dismissals of Raghuvanshi, Rinku Singh, and Rahane.
Though Andre Russell briefly revived hopes for KKR with a couple of towering sixes, Jansen knocked him over to seal the win.
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