Ricky Ponting

Punjab Kings' IPL 2026 campaign is on the brink of elimination after a sixth consecutive defeat. Head coach Ricky Ponting's dejected demeanor went viral, highlighting the team's struggles. Former India all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin pointed to structural issues, including the decision to split home games between Mullanpur and Dharamshala, disrupting player rhythm and familiarity with conditions.

Punjab Kings suffered a fifth straight IPL 2026 defeat, losing a thriller to Mumbai Indians by six wickets with one ball to spare. Co-owner Preity Zinta and coach Ricky Ponting were seen in a serious discussion post-match. This loss significantly impacts their playoff chances, now at 43.8%, with crucial upcoming games.

Punjab Kings posted a formidable 210/5 against Delhi Capitals, with KL Rahul's early dismissal by Arshdeep Singh drawing a jubilant reaction from coach Ricky Ponting. Despite Priyansh Arya's explosive start, Delhi's bowlers fought back. Shreyas Iyer anchored Punjab's innings with a half-century, setting a challenging target.

Gonsalves said the players are “big enough” to handle online noise and that the coaching staff’s priority is to “prepare the team for the matches ahead” rather than “chasing every circulating rumour” on social-media platforms.

Ricky Ponting, Punjab Kings coach, believes Shreyas Iyer is a strong contender for India's next T20 captain, potentially even ahead of Suryakumar Yadav. Iyer's impressive IPL 2026 season, marked by captaining his third franchise to a final, highlights his maturity and leadership potential.

Kohli and Rohit retired from Test cricket last year and now only play ODI cricket for India. Apart from international matches, most of their cricket now comes in the IPL.

Punjab Kings suffered their sixth consecutive loss in IPL 2026 against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. This defeat has severely impacted their playoff chances. Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured a playoff spot with a strong performance. Punjab Kings' captain Shreyas Iyer acknowledged the match was lost early in the powerplay. The team's confidence appears shaken as their early season dominance has vanished.

Aaron Finch warns that Mumbai Indians, despite their IPL 2026 standing, are a dangerous 'nothing to lose' opponent against Punjab Kings. Finch highlighted PBKS's poor fielding, citing 19 dropped catches this season as a major concern that has cost them crucial points and jeopardized their playoff hopes.

Regular captain Hardik Pandya is currently injured, while stand-in skipper Suryakumar Yadav has not traveled to Dharamsala for the match, as TimesofIndia.com reported.

Punjab Kings bowler Arshdeep Singh struggled this IPL season. Physical issues and off-field distractions affected his performance. Team management believes they have found solutions. Singh is now feeling better physically. He needs to regain his form to help Punjab Kings. Leaders like Singh and Iyer must guide the team through this tough phase.

Punjab Kings face immense pressure after five consecutive IPL 2026 defeats, jeopardizing their playoff hopes. Despite a strong start, the team has lost momentum, with their batting prowess now overshadowed by fielding and bowling weaknesses. They now face a confident Royal Challengers Bengaluru in a crucial must-win encounter.

Shashank Singh's fielding struggles continued as Punjab Kings suffered a 33-run defeat against Sunrisers Hyderabad. Singh dropped a crucial catch of Heinrich Klaasen, who went on to score 69, significantly impacting the match. This latest lapse adds to a growing concern for PBKS, with Singh having dropped five catches in his last three games.

Punjab Kings suffered a costly fielding collapse against Sunrisers Hyderabad, dropping three catches and missing a stumping. These errors allowed Ishan Kishan and Heinrich Klaasen to score heavily, setting up a formidable total. Ravichandran Ashwin attributed the sloppiness to tricky outfield conditions and unexpected bounce at the Hyderabad stadium, impacting the team's performance.

Young allrounder Suryansh Shedge cherishes praise from Rohit Sharma after his explosive batting in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. He also shares valuable insights from heart-to-heart conversations with PBKS coach Ricky Ponting and captain Shreyas Iyer, focusing on preparation and staying present. Shedge is also receiving guidance from Jatin Paranjape on embracing the current moment.

Rishabh Pant’s unbeaten 32 helped Lucknow Super Giants beat Royal Challengers Bengaluru by nine runs in Lucknow, but questions over his T20 form continue to grow. Once seen as one of India’s brightest white-ball stars, Pant has struggled for consistency in recent IPL seasons despite becoming the league’s most expensive player at Rs 27 crore. His falling returns in T20 cricket, changing role at LSG and growing competition for India spots have added to the pressure, with Irfan Pathan also admitting the wicketkeeper-batter is under scrutiny.

Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer, India's ODI captain and vice-captain, are navigating their T20I futures amidst strong IPL performances. Iyer's fearless batting for Punjab Kings contrasts with Gujarat Titans' resurgent bowling attack. This Sunday's clash promises an intriguing battle of contrasting strategies, with GT seeking a third consecutive win against a PBKS side looking to rebound from their first loss.

Ricky Ponting hailed Shreyas Iyer’s leadership after Punjab Kings pulled off a record chase of 265 against Delhi Capitals, with Iyer anchoring the win with an unbeaten 71. He praised the strong start by Prabhsimran Singh and Priyansh Arya, calling their partnership key. Ponting said the team draws confidence from Iyer’s presence in chases, but added that bowling and fielding still need improvement despite the historic victory.

Shashank Singh dropped a crucial catch of KL Rahul off Arshdeep Singh's bowling in the IPL 2026 clash between Delhi Capitals and Punjab Kings. The Punjab fielder, who had a similar lapse in the previous match, grassed a sitter at deep square leg. Rahul, on 12, went on to capitalize on the reprieve.

The South African seamer failed to get fingertips to it and hit the back of his head on the rock-hard ground. He immediately took a reverse tumble, putting his entire body weight on the head and stayed down.