Last Updated on April 4, 2026 by Yash Saini
Punjab Kings are the master of 200+ runs chase. Yesterday they did it eight times. Priyansh Arya’s aggressive knock and captain Iyer’s steady knock helped PBKS win the match against CSK in just 18.4 overs.
While batting first, Chennai Super Kings scored a huge total of 209, where Ayush Mhatre scored 73 runs in just 43 balls. Also, there was a strong partnership between Ayush Mhatre and Ruturaj Gaikwad of 92 runs for the second wicket.
Sarfaraz Khan played some fine shots and scored 32 runs in just 12 balls, while Shivam Dube made an unbeaten 45 off just 27 balls.
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On the other hand, while chasing, Priyansh Arya provided a solid start by scoring 39 off just 11 balls. Also, Shreyas played steadily and made sure that PBKS wins from here.
Shreyas Iyer and Gaikwad Post-Match Reactions
As per Sports Yahoo, Iyer spoke about the team’s mindset and said,“Well, it’s not planned, honestly speaking, but we’ve just decided in the dressing room that whatever happens, we are going to play a brand of cricket which is to impress each other, not others outside.”
He also appreciated the aggressive start by Priyansh and Prab and said, “Priyansh and Prab are doing the job at the start… It’s phenomenal to see them giving us that start, and it stabilizes the rhythm for us.”
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On Arya’s explosive innings, he added, “Absolutely. I mean, getting 39 out of 11 balls, that’s the start we require, especially when you’re chasing 208.”
He also spoke about his bowling choices and said, “And usually we know how impressive he is over the years. And he’s probably one of the best bowlers in the IPL so far. So whenever I’m in doubt, I do that.”
CSK skipper said, “We felt we had three seamers going in and obviously we have two good wrist spinners bowling in tandem, mainly in the middle overs after the powerplay. We felt that, you know, it would help.”
He further added, “But I think you know, slight off day for both of them. So, I think, that is what cost us. Sometimes we executed really well. Sometimes we just didn’t execute at the correct time.”
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Code of Conduct Breach 2nd Time by Shreyas Iyer and Team
Punjab Kings captain is fined again after maintaining a slow over rate during match 7 of the IPL 2026. This was his team’s second offence under Article 2.22 of the IPL’s code of conduct. As per the IPLT20, Iyer was fined INR 24 lakh.
The remaining members of the playing X1, including the impact player, will be fined 25 per cent or INR six lakhs of their match fees.
Overall, PBKS after the win are at the top of the table. On the other hand, CSK stands last and needs to buckle up and give their best to win their upcoming matches.
