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Preity Zinta Praises Iyer and Ponting's Leadership in PBKS Dominant Run

Punjab Kings co-owner Preity Zinta has praised the leadership of head coach Ricky Ponting and skipper Shreyas Iyer for their inclusive and accessible approach. Iyer-led PBKS are the only unbeaten side in IPL 2026, aiming for their first title after last season's runners-up finish. Preity described Iyer as an inspiring, strategic leader and Ponting as loving, aggressive, and strategic. She also agreed to make a reel with Arshdeep Singh and joked about a possible Bhangra session with Prabhsimran Singh.

Key Points: Preity Zinta on Iyer, Ponting Leadership in PBKS IPL 2026

  • Preity Zinta praises Shreyas Iyer's inclusive leadership
  • Ricky Ponting called loving and strategic coach
  • PBKS unbeaten in IPL 2026 after runners-up last season
  • Iyer's partnership with Ponting rekindled from Delhi Capitals days
  • Preity agrees to make reel with Arshdeep Singh
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Intelligent and inclusive: Co-onwer Preity Zinta applauds Iyer and Ponting's leadership in PBKS dominant run

Punjab Kings co-owner Preity Zinta lauds Shreyas Iyer and Ricky Ponting for their inclusive, intelligent leadership as PBKS remain unbeaten in IPL 2026.

"He is an inspiring & strategic leader that leads by example. Intelligent, calm, inclusive & accessible to the whole team. - Preity Zinta on Shreyas Iyer"

New Delhi, April 27

Punjab Kings' co-owner and actor Preity Zinta has reserved special praise for the electrifying combination of head coach Ricky Ponting and skipper Shreyas Iyer and lauded their inclusive and accessible approach in franchise ongoing scintillating run in the IPL 2026.

Iyer-led PBKS are currently the only unbeaten side in IPL 2026 and eyeing their maiden titel after their runners up finish last season. Last season, has etched his name in IPL history books by steering his team to their first final in 11 years.

During the impromptu session with fans on X "pzchat", a user asked about her interaction with Iyer, to which Preity replied, "He is an inspiring & strategic leader that leads by example. Intelligent, calm , inclusive & accessible to the whole team. On a fun note, he is also incredible with kids that's why my kids lovingly call him Shreyas Bhaiya and adore him."

Iyer's IPL journey has been nothing short of remarkable, with successful stints at Delhi Capitals and Kolkata Knight Riders, the reigning champions. His time at Delhi was especially notable from a PBKS point of view, as it marked the beginning of a partnership that rekindled in Punjab - the deadly combination with Ponting.

Asked about Ponting's coaching style that stands out to her, Preity called Ponting, "loving, very inclusive & accessible to all players, aggressive, strategic, and a badass."

One fan couldn't help but notice Arshdeep Singh's viral reel game and popped the ultimate question, if fans can see her featuring in one of Arshdeep's reels?"

"Now that's an easy one, so yes, I will definitely make a reel with him," the PBKS co-owner replied.

A user asked Preity to do Bhangda session with the opener Prabhsimran Singh, to which she said, "He is a shy guy & his off-field personality is a direct contrast to his on ground aggressive & destructive batting style, so I will try and ask him but cannot promise anything; Arsh (Arshdeep) hota toh no problem) If it were Arsh (Arshdeep), it wouldn't be a problem).

- IANS

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Rohit P
I love how Preity calls Ponting "loving, aggressive and a badass". That's such a unique combo. The way PBKS is playing unbeaten this season, you can feel the team spirit. And yes, we all want to see Preity in Arshdeep's reel! Bhangra with Prabhsimran would be epic too 😂
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Siddharth J
The way Iyer handles the team, especially younger players, is commendable. Preity mentioning how her kids call him "Shreyas Bhaiya" shows the kind of person he is off the field. That inclusive culture is exactly what PBKS needed after years of inconsistency. Managing Ponting's intensity and Iyer's calmness - that's a winning combination.
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Kavya N
It's refreshing to see a franchise owner actually understand what's happening in the team. Preity is so hands-on and genuine in her interactions. But I hope the team doesn't get too comfortable with their unbeaten run. IPL is a long tournament, need to keep the foot on the pedal 🏏
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Nikhil C
The best part is how Ponting and Iyer's partnership at DC has now been reignited at PBKS. That's like having two seasoned brains working together. And Preity's pzchat sessions are always entertaining - she connects with fans like no other owner. Arshdeep ko reel mein laana toh banta hai!
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Aman W
Iyer's journey is inspirational - from being dropped from the Indian team to leading two different franchises to finals. His "inclusive and accessible" style is exactly what modern cricket needs. And Ponting being called "badass" by Pre

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