IPL2026 : Punjab Kings Outclass Mumbai Indians as Losing Streak Continues
Mumbai Indians’ nightmare run showed no signs of ending as they slumped to yet another defeat, making it four losses on the trot. Despite posting a competitive total close to 200, their lacklustre bowling display failed to put up even the slightest resistance, allowing Punjab Kings to cruise to a comfortable victory. Opting to chase after winning the toss, Punjab made an early impact with the ball. Mumbai’s batting lineup suffered a dramatic collapse upfront as Arshdeep Singh struck twice in consecutive deliveries, dismissing Ryan Rickelton and Suryakumar Yadav—the latter departing for a golden duck and deepening the early crisis. Amid the chaos, Quinton de Kock rose to the occasion with a sensational counterattack. Given an opportunity due to Rohit Sharma’s injury, he made it count in spectacular fashion, smashing an unbeaten 112—his third IPL century. His electrifying 60-ball knock, laced with 8 boundaries and 7 towering sixes, anchored Mumbai’s innings. Naman Dhir provided val...