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The Maharaja Yadavindra Singh PCA Stadium in Mullanpur, New Chandigarh, witnessed a night of absolute dominance and unexpected comedy on Sunday. In the 29th match of IPL 2026<\/strong><\/a>, the Punjab Kings (PBKS)<\/strong> faced off against the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)<\/strong> in a high-stakes encounter that solidified Punjab\u2019s status as the team to beat this season. While the match itself was a masterclass in power-hitting, it was a light-hearted moment involving Punjab\u2019s captain, Shreyas Iyer<\/strong>, that stole the digital spotlight after the final ball was bowled.<\/p>\n Winning a match by 54 runs usually puts a captain in high spirits, but Iyer found himself in a slight wardrobe predicament just as the post-match presentation was about to begin. Following the Kings\u2019 victory, Iyer was seen relaxing on the turf in comfortable slippers. However, strict BCCI protocols mandate that players must attend official presentations in proper footwear and team kits\u2014violations of which can result in hefty fines.<\/p>\n In a video that has since gone viral, a frantic yet amused Iyer was alerted to his presentation duties. Realizing he didn\u2019t have his sneakers nearby, he didn\u2019t skip a beat and approached a nearby cameraman. With a grin, the PBKS skipper borrowed the technician\u2019s shoes to ensure he was match-ready for the cameras. Fans were quick to praise Iyer\u2019s grounded nature, watching him strut toward the trophy podium in oversized shoes that clearly weren\u2019t his own. It was a refreshing human moment in the high-pressure environment of the IPL, proving that even at the top of the table, there\u2019s always room for a little improvisation.<\/p>\n Shreyas Iyer had forgotten his shoes, and since he had to go for the post-match presentation, he borrowed the cameraman\u2019s shoes to wear.\ud83d\ude02\u2764\ufe0f pic.twitter.com\/MdjfeQ9Td0<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 \ud835\udc11\ud835\udc2e\ud835\udc2c\ud835\udc21\ud835\udc22\ud835\udc22\ud835\udc22\u2074\u2075 (@rushiii_12) April 20, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Also WATCH:\u00a0Ricky Ponting left frustrated by Shashank Singh\u2019s clumsy efforts on the field during PBKS vs LSG encounter<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n While Iyer\u2019s footwear was the talk of social media, the Punjab Kings\u2019 performance on the field was nothing short of legendary. By dismantling LSG, the Kings extended their unbeaten run to six matches (5 wins, 1 No Result), marking the best start to a season in the franchise\u2019s history. This clinical victory pushed them to 11 points, firmly cementing their position at the summit of the IPL 2026 points table.<\/p>\n The foundation of this win was a record-breaking 182-run partnership for the second wicket between young southpaws Priyansh Arya<\/strong> (93 off 37) and Cooper Connolly<\/strong> (87 off 46). The duo turned the game into a highlights reel, smashing a combined 16 sixes to propel PBKS to a mammoth 254\/7\u2014the highest total of the season.<\/p>\n LSG\u2019s chase, despite spirited efforts from Rishabh Pant<\/strong> (43) and Aiden Markram<\/strong> (42), never really threatened the target as the Punjab bowling unit, led by Marco Jansen<\/strong> and Arshdeep Singh<\/strong><\/a>, maintained a stranglehold throughout the middle overs. Reflecting on the win, Iyer called the batting display jaw-dropping, noting the immense composure shown by his young players. With a six-day break ahead, the invincibles of 2026 look refreshed and ready for their next challenge in Delhi.<\/p>\n Also WATCH:\u00a0Priyansh Arya and Cooper Connolly hammer Aiden Markram for IPL 2026\u2019s costliest over<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\nShreyas Iyer\u2019s quirky \u2018shoe-borrowing\u2019 act saves the day for PBKS captain in IPL 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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