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Punjab Kings, under Shreyas Iyer, kept up their strong run in IPL 2026 when facing off against Mumbai Indians \u2013 five-time title holders \u2013 at the Wankhede Stadium. Game twenty-four unfolded on April 16, bringing these teams together under clear skies<\/p>\n
Out came Mumbai Indians to open batting, setting up 195 runs during their time at bat. Off went Punjab Kings in pursuit, tearing through the score with ease \u2013 seven wickets still standing when they crossed the line in only 16.3 overs.<\/p>\n
Eighteen victories. That\u2019s how many times Punjab Kings have beaten Mumbai Indians now, matching Chennai Super Kings at the top of this odd little leaderboard. Not every team gets such bragging rights. These two \u2013 PBKS and CSK \u2013 stand alone when it comes to conquering MI most often. Each win carved out over years, on different grounds, under shifting skies. History doesn\u2019t always repeat \u2013 but here, it mirrored itself exactly.<\/p>\n
PBKS captain Shreyas Iyer looks back on win<\/p>\n
Out front following that strong victory, Shreyas Iyer spoke up \u2013 not just as captain but as someone feeling the team\u2019s pulse. His words came slow, grounded in what happened after the match ended. The mood inside? Lighter than before, charged even. Teammates exchanged glances that said more than stats ever could. Moving ahead now feels different, though nobody\u2019s claiming anything. That quiet confidence slipped through every sentence he offered.<\/p>\n
For sure feeling strong and hopeful about what lies ahead. The way we\u2019ve performed until now? Nothing short of amazing. Yet here\u2019s the thing \u2013 we stay grounded. Every match we step into matters deeply, for the group, for each player. It\u2019s everyone pulling together, really. Proud of how things unfolded today \u2013 complete win, full team showing,\u201d Iyer mentioned after the game<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n