Riyan Parag, a captain short of runs, will need to lead from the front to challenge a peerless Punjab Kings in their Indian Premier League match in Mullanpur on Tuesday.

Shreyas Iyer-led Punjab Kings scripted history with their six-wicket win over Delhi Capitals in an IPL 2026 match at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi, on Saturday.

There were anxious moments during the chase when Delhi Capitals pacer Lungi Ngidi was hit the back of the head on the ground while attempting a catch off Priyansh Arya's bat.

Delhi Capitals vs Punjab Kings Highlights, IPL 2026: In pursuit of a target of 265, Punjab Kings reached home in 18.5 overs.

R Ashwin shot down the idea of a second-string Team India playing, especially against associate nations.

R Ashwin praised Priyansh Arya's ability to play impactful knocks, which puts him slightly ahead of the likes of teenagers Ayush Mhatre and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi.

Priyansh Arya recently left everyone stunned with a breathtaking knock of 93 off just 37 balls against Lucknow Super Giants on Sunday.

A light-hearted six-hitting contest inside the dressing room is the reason behind Punjab Kings' batting blitz, said skipper Shreyas Iyer, as the table-toppers dished out another batting masterclass to thrash Lucknow Super Giants by 54 runs in Mullanpur

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) owner Sanjiv Goenka took time out to personally congratulate Punjab Kings (PBKS) star Priyansh Arya after the latter's match-winning 93 off 37 in their IPL 2026 match.

Former England captain Eoin Morgan lauded the Punjab Kings (PBKS) for their impressive batting depth, stating that the franchise has evolved into a side that is no longer overly dependent on a single match-winner.