Prabhsimran Singh becomes first uncapped Indian to score 500+ runs twice in IPL history
Lucknow, May 24
Punjab Kings opener Prabhsimran Singh etched his name in the record books after becoming the first uncapped Indian player to amass 500-plus runs in two separate Indian Premier League seasons.
The wicketkeeper-batter achieved the feat during PBKS' seven-wicket victory over Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on Saturday night at the Ekana Stadium.
Prabhsimran played a fluent knock of 69 off 39 balls, laced with seven fours and two sixes, providing crucial momentum at the top of the order in the successful chase of 197.
With this knock, he crossed the 500-run mark for the second time in his IPL career, having previously scored 549 runs in 2025 and now surpassing the milestone again in 2026.
Coming to the match, Punjab Kings produced a dominant all-round performance to defeat Lucknow Super Giants by seven wickets in their IPL 2026 clash in Lucknow, chasing down a target of 197 with ease.
Skipper Shreyas Iyer led from the front with a brilliant unbeaten maiden IPL century (101 off 51 balls), while Prabhsimran Singh contributed a fluent 69 off 39 balls as the duo powered PBKS to a strong finish and moved the side to fourth in the standings with 15 points.
Earlier, LSG posted 196/6 after a strong start from Josh Inglis (72 off 44) and a quickfire 37 from Abdul Samad, despite regular breakthroughs from Punjab bowlers, including Yuzvendra Chahal and Marco Jansen. However, their total proved insufficient as PBKS batters overhauled the target comfortably with an over to spare.
— ANI
Reader Comments
People talk about Shreyas Iyer's century (rightly so, that was special), but Prabhsimmar's role at the top was crucial. He set the tone in the powerplay and took the pressure off the captain. Uncapped players proving their worth is what makes the IPL so exciting.
Wait, Prabhsimmar is still uncapped? 🤔 After 500+ runs in 2025 AND now in 2026, how is he not capped yet? India has such depth that even consistent performers like him struggle to break into the national team. But great for PBKS fans! 💜
Honest take: Prabhsimmar is talented but can be inconsistent. He plays some brilliant knocks but then goes missing for 4-5 matches. That's why he's still uncapped. Needs to work on consistency to be considered for India. But tonight, he was class. 👏
What a partnership! Prabhsimmar and Shreyas Iyer batting together is pure entertainment. One attacks from ball one, the other anchors and accelerates. PBKS have finally found a stable opening combination. Fourth in the standings—playoffs race getting spicy! 🍿
First uncapped Indian to do this—what a record! 👏 And he did it while keeping wickets too, which adds to the pressure. The IPL genuinely gives a platform to talents like him. Hope the selectors are watching. Well played, Prabhsimmar! 🙌
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