IPL 2021: 5 Most Memorable Encounters Of Punjab Kings In The History Of IPL

Punjab Kings will commence their IPL 2021 journey with the first game against Rajasthan Royals on April 12, 2021, at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. Punjab Kings, who were formerly known as Kings XI Punjab, have changed their name ahead of IPL 2021. Punjab Kings will be led by KL Rahul one more time.

Punjab Kings have gone a lot of changes in their squad. The franchisee bought popular players like Jhye Richardson, Riley Meredith, Shahrukh Khan, Moises Henriques, and Dawid Malan during IPL 2021 auction. Today we look at the 5 most memorable matches of Punjab Kings in the Indian Premier League.

IPL 2021: 5 Most Memorable Encounters Of Punjab Kings In The History Of IPL

KXIP vs MI – IPL 2020

Punjab Kings vs Mumbai Indians match in IPL 2020 was the only match so far that witnessed two super overs. Mumbai Indians batted first and scored 176-6 with Quinton de Kock’s 53. In response, KL Rahul smashed 77-run-knock for Punjab Kings. The match ended in a tie after Punjab also scored 176-6 in the 2nd innings.

In the first super over, Punjab Kings scored 5 runs. However, Mumbai too could only score 5 runs. In the 2nd super over, Mumbai batted first and scored 11 runs. Punjab won the match this time. It was a nail-biting match that ended in Punjab Kings’ favour.

KXIP vs DD – IPL 2017

Punjab Kings vs Delhi Capitals match in IPL 2017 witnessed amazing bowling by the former team. Punjab Kings bowled out Delhi Capitals for just 67 runs in 17.1 overs. Sandeep Sharma took 4 wickets while Axar Patel and Varun Aaron took 2 wickets each.  While batting, Martin Guptill and Hashim Amla comfortably won the match for Punjab Kings in just 7.5 overs. Punjab Kings won the match by 10 wickets.

KXIP vs SRH – IPL 2014

Punjab Kings vs Sunrisers Hyderabad match in IPL 2014 is known for one of the most remarkable chases in the Indian Premier League. While chasing a massive 206 target, Punjab Kings showed great teamwork. Manan Vohra smashed 20-ball 47, Wriddhiman Saha hit 54 runs, Glenn Maxwell hit 43 runs, George Bailey and David Miller hit quick 35 and 24 run knocks respectively to win the match for Punjab Kings by 6 wickets. Earlier, Sunrisers Hyderabad scored 205-5 with Naman Ojha smashing unbeaten 79 runs. Shikhar Dhawan and David Warner also contributed with 45 and 44 runs knock respectively.

KXIP vs MI – IPL 2009

Punjab Kings vs Mumbai Indians match in IPL 2009 is an example of the lowest successful defence. Batting first, Punjab Kings could only manage 119-8 on the scoreboard with Kumar Sangakkara hitting 45 runs. However, Punjab Kings defended their score well with brilliant bowling in the match. They dismissed most of the Mumbai Indians’ batsmen at low scores. In the end, Mumbai Indians remained 3 runs short and lost the match.

KXIP vs DC – IPL 2009

In this nail-biting game in IPL 2009, Punjab Kings defeated Deccan Charges by just 1 run. Batting first, Punjab Kings scored 134-7 with a fifty by Kumar Sangakkara. In response, Rohit Sharma hit 42 runs for Deccan Chargers but they remained 1 run short in the end. Punjab Kings bowled economically to defend their target. Yuvraj Singh was awarded man of the match for his 3 wickets.