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PBKS & Zinta Fight Fake News Amidst Losing Streak
13 May
Summary
- Punjab Kings lost four consecutive matches, falling from top spot.
- Yuzvendra Chahal's alleged vaping incident sparked controversy.
- Owner Preity Zinta urged responsible reporting and fact-checking.
Punjab Kings owner Preity Zinta and the franchise released a joint statement on Tuesday, May 13, 2026, addressing social media scrutiny. The team experienced a stellar start to the 2026 campaign, remaining undefeated for seven matches and securing six wins. This included a record-breaking highest successful chase in IPL history.
However, their performance has since declined, with four consecutive losses causing them to drop from the top two positions. Alongside on-field struggles, Punjab Kings faced controversy regarding Yuzvendra Chahal's alleged vaping incident. Social media discussions also touched upon Prabhsimran Singh's fitness and weight gain, along with general player attitudes.
In response to the growing chaos, both Zinta and Punjab Kings urged the public and media professionals to verify facts before spreading unverified information. Zinta clarified that while healthy debate is welcome, fake narratives intended to harm the players and franchise will be addressed seriously. The franchise echoed this sentiment, requesting that the team not be dragged into mud for mere attention.
