Punjab Kings co-owner Preity Zinta shared a post on social media at midnight that has created a sensation in the cricket world. The Punjab Kings, which had a strong start to this IPL season, has been going through a difficult period of late. The team performed well in its opening matches, but has now lost four consecutive matches. Following this string of defeats, various rumors and rumors were circulating on social media and other platforms, leaving Preity Zinta deeply hurt and angry. To quell these rumors, she took to social media late last night to vent her anger. Just a few days ago, the Punjab Kings were leading the IPL, but suddenly, they lost four consecutive matches and are now struggling to reach the playoffs. Meanwhile, Preity Zinta has strongly criticized those who are harming the team.
Punjab Kings' Great Start and Sudden Decline
Punjab Kings had a strong start to this year's IPL. Under Shreyas Iyer's captaincy, the team was on a winning streak, and it was believed that defeating Punjab would be a difficult task. But suddenly, everything changed. Punjab Kings had won their first six matches in a row. One match against KKR was abandoned due to rain. This meant that Punjab had already earned 13 points in the first seven matches. The team was ranked number one, and it was believed that Punjab would definitely reach the playoffs. The question was whether the team would finish first or second. Meanwhile, the team lost to Rajasthan Royals. The streak that began after this continues. The team has lost four matches and is currently stuck at 13 points. It's a different matter that the team is currently in the top four, but another defeat could push them significantly lower.
Preity Zinta upset by rumors spreading on social media
Meanwhile, various things were said on social media about the team. While some players' weight gain was discussed, it was also said that they were angry with captain Shreyas Iyer and that there was discord within the team. Even if a player was seen with his girlfriend, it was blown out of proportion. This has been going on for the past week, and now Preity Zinta is furious. She wrote on social media that there is a difference between criticism and deliberate misinformation. Discussions about the game are welcome, but deliberate attempts to harm an individual, team, or brand will not be taken lightly. A lot of false information is being spread. Following this, Preity Zinta wrote that she urges media professionals to promote only verified information and understand their responsibility.
The next match against Mumbai Indians and the path to the playoffs
This post by Preity Zinta was made at 1:08 am on Wednesday, the 13th. This shows how angry Preity is. Even though Punjab Kings didn't have a match on Tuesday night, the seriousness of the post should be understood. Punjab Kings will next play their next match on May 14th against Mumbai Indians, also in Dharamsala. With Mumbai Indians already out of the race for the top four, Punjab must win this match to secure a playoff spot and respond to the ongoing social media backlash.
The road ahead for Punjab Kings is challenging, as they must not only win on the field but also overcome the negativity outside. Following Preity Zinta's strong stance, it is expected that the team will unite against Mumbai Indians. This match at Dharamsala will be a do-or-die affair for Punjab, as a win will take them closer to the playoffs, while a loss could upset their chances.
There’s a difference between criticism & calculated misinformation. Healthy debate around the game is welcome, but the deliberate spread of fake narratives to damage individuals, the team, or the brand should not & will not be taken lightly. I urge everyone including verified… https://t.co/yeqbsTwLBd
— Preity G Zinta (@realpreityzinta) May 12, 2026
