Watch: Preity Zinta's priceless reaction to Priyansh Arya's six in PBKS VS RR IPL 2026 clash

The IPL 2026 clash between Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) delivered a thrilling moment that grabbed everyone’s attention. Young batter Priyansh Arya smashed a powerful six, showing great confidence and timing. The shot brought the crowd to life and quickly became a key highlight of the match.

The cameras then turned to Preity Zinta, the co-owner of PBKS, who was watching from the stands. Her reaction was full of joy and surprise as she celebrated the big hit. It was a natural and heartfelt moment that fans instantly connected with.

This simple yet emotional reaction added more charm to the game. Fans loved seeing the bond between the team and its co-owner. Priyansh Arya’s six and Preity Zinta’s priceless expression together created one of the most memorable moments of the match.

Watch the viral video here:

Arya’s brilliance lights up Mullanpur as Zinta applauds from the stands

Priyansh Arya gave Punjab Kings a perfect start in their IPL 2026 clash against Rajasthan Royals in Mullanpur. The young left-hander played an entertaining cameo, taking on the likes of Jofra Archer and Nandre Burger with confidence. One standout moment came when Arya smashed Burger for a stunning six over extra cover, showcasing both timing and elegance.

Arya’s aggressive intent was clear early on, as he collected 21 runs off Burger in the second over of the innings. The highlight of the over was a beautifully struck drive that sailed over the fence, leaving spectators in awe. His fluent strokeplay not only energised the crowd but also set the tone for Punjab Kings’ innings.

In the stands, Preity Zinta, co-owner of Punjab Kings, was seen applauding the young batter’s effort. A vocal supporter of the team, Zinta’s delighted reaction to Arya’s shot quickly went viral on social media, adding an emotional touch to an already memorable moment in PBKS’ final home game in Mullanpur.

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Punjab Kings post 222/4 in Mullanpur

Punjab Kings posted a strong total of 222/4 against Rajasthan Royals in their IPL 2026 clash in Mullanpur on Tuesday. After being invited to bat first, Prabhsimran Singh gave the team a solid start with 59 runs. The innings was later powered by Marcus Stoinis, who remained unbeaten on 62 off just 22 balls. For the Royals, Yash Raj Punja picked up two wickets.

Stoinis walked in to bat when Punjab Kings were 144/3 after 14 overs, with Shreyas Iyer still trying to accelerate. He took a few deliveries to settle before shifting gears. The Australian all-rounder began his attack with a six off Punja and continued with aggressive strokes against Nandre Burger.

The final phase of the innings belonged completely to Stoinis. He struck four sixes and three boundaries in the last two overs, including 24 runs off the final over bowled by Brijesh Sharma. Nicknamed “The Hulk,” he brought up his half-century in just 20 balls, marking the fastest fifty of his IPL career and guiding Punjab Kings to an imposing total.

Brief Score:

• Punjab Kings- 222/4 (Prabhsimran 59, Stoinis 62*, Yash Raj Punja 2/41)
• Rajasthan Royals -151/4 (Jaiswal 51)
• RR need 72 runs to win the match (Scorecard at the time of writing this article)