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 IPL 2026the Kings of Punjab (PBKS) came face to face Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) In a high-stakes encounter that cemented Punjab’s status as the team to beat this season. While the match itself was a masterclass in power-hitting, it was a lighthearted moment involving the Punjab captain. Shreyas Iyerstole the digital limelight after the last ball was bowled.
Shreyas Iyer’s quirky ‘shoe loan’ move saves the PBKS captain’s day in IPL 2026.
Winning a match by 54 runs usually puts a captain in high spirits, but Iyer was left in a difficult situation in a small dressing room before the post-match presentation began. After the “Kings” victory, Iyer rests on the grass in comfortable slippers. However, BCCI’s strict protocols mandate that players attend official presentations in appropriate footwear and team kits – breaches of which can result in hefty fines.
In a video that has since gone viral, a crazed but fun-loving Iyer was cautioned about the presenting duties. Realizing that there were no sneakers nearby, he did not take a single step and approached the nearby operator. The PBKS captain borrowed the technician’s shoes to make sure they fit the cameras with a smile. Fans were quick to praise Iyer’s grounded nature as she watched him walk up to the trophy podium in shoes that were clearly not his own. It was a refreshingly human moment in the high-pressure environment of the IPL and proved that even at the top of the table, there is always room for a bit of improvisation.
We present the video:
Shreyas Iyer forgot his shoes and borrowed the cameraman’s shoes to wear as he had to go to the post match presentation.😂❤️ pic.twitter.com/MdjfeQ9Td0
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Also WATCH: Ricky Ponting was annoyed by Shashank Singh’s clumsy efforts on the field during the PBKS vs LSG match.
Punjab Kings historic unbeaten streak reaches new heights
While Iyer’s footwear was the talk of the town on social media, Punjab Kings’ performance on the field was nothing short of legendary. By eliminating LSG, the Kings extended their unbeaten streak to six games (5 wins, 1 loss), marking the best start to a season in franchise history. This clinical win saw them move up to 11 points, consolidating their position at the top of the IPL 2026 points table.
Key to this win was a record-breaking 182-run partnership for the second wicket between the young southpaws. Priyansh Arya (93 off 37) and Cooper Connolly (87 of 46). The pair turned the game into highlights by smashing a combined 16 sixes to take PBKS to a mammoth 254/7, their highest total of the season.
LSG’s pursuit, despite spirited efforts Rishabh pants (43) and Aiden Markram (42), led by the Punjab bowling unit, never threatened the target Marco Jansen and Arshdeep Singhkept the choke throughout the middle overs. Iyer, thinking about the victory, celebrated the great composure shown by his young players and dropped the shot screen. With a six-day break ahead, the Invincibles of 2026 look refreshed and ready for their next Test in Delhi.
Also WATCH: Priyansh Arya and Cooper Connolly bowl Aiden Markram in the most expensive match of IPL 2026.
