Preity Zinta’s reaction goes viral after Punjab Kings qualify for IPL 2025 playoffs

Punjab Kings co-owner Preity Zinta has once again become the heart and soul of her franchise’s celebrations, with her exuberant reaction after the team’s qualification for the IPL 2025 playoffs setting social media abuzz. The Bollywood star’s infectious energy and animated celebrations in the stands have become the talk of the cricketing world, marking a historic moment for Punjab Kings (PBKS) and their devoted fanbase.

Punjab Kings goes past Rajasthan Royals in Jaipur

Punjab Kings’ 10-run victory over Rajasthan Royals in Jaipur on May 18 not only kept their playoff hopes alive but ultimately secured their spot in the top four for the first time since 2014-a gap of 11 seasons. The win, powered by explosive half-centuries from Nehal Wadhera (70 off 37) and Shashank Singh (59 not out off 30), and a game-changing spell of 3/22 from Harpreet Brar, propelled PBKS to 17 points from 12 matches. Their qualification was officially sealed later that evening when Gujarat Titans (GT) defeated Delhi Capitals (DC), closing the door on other contenders and confirming Punjab’s long-awaited return to the playoffs.

Throughout the tense match in Jaipur, Preity’s presence in the stands was impossible to miss. Dressed in a striking red outfit, she cheered passionately for every boundary, wicket, and fielding effort by her team. As the final ball was delivered and Punjab Kings’ victory was sealed, Preity’s reactions-ranging from nervous anticipation to unbridled joy-were captured by cameras and quickly went viral across social media platforms.

High-fives all around the @PunjabKingsIPL camp 🙌

With this win they move to the 2️⃣nd spot on the Points Table and one step closer to the Playoffs

Scorecard ▶ https://t.co/HTpvGew6ef #TATAIPL | #RRvPBKS pic.twitter.com/dZT4hw3f1Z

— IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) May 18, 2025

“Hats off to the Rajasthan crowd” 💗💗 pic.twitter.com/0ljFbUeDPJ

— Rajasthan Royals (@rajasthanroyals) May 19, 2025

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Preity Zinta lauds team after Punjab Kings seal place in IPL 2025 playoffs

Expressing her excitement on her team securing a place in the IPL 2025 playoffs, Preity took to X and wrote: “What a fantastic win by @PunjabKingsIPL. Super proud of the way the team came together & fought for this victory. Yesterday was all about teamwork, grit & leadership. Take a bow @thisisbrar, @shashank2191, Nehal Wadhera, @ShreyasIyer15 & the entire team for taking us into the playoffs @RickyPonting #BasJeetnaHai #SaddaPunjab #RRvsPBKS #Ting.

What a fantastic win by @PunjabKingsIPL 🔥💪 Super proud of the way the team came together & fought for this victory. Yesterday was all about teamwork, grit & leadership👊 💥💃 Take a bow @thisisbrar , @shashank2191 , Nehal Wadhera ,@ShreyasIyer15 & the entire team for taking… pic.twitter.com/fxBlGKsYfN

— Preity G Zinta (@realpreityzinta) May 19, 2025

Punjab Kings’ journey to the playoffs has been marked by resilience and a dramatic turnaround. The franchise had finished eighth and ninth in the previous two seasons, and their playoff drought had become a talking point among IPL followers. This season, however, a blend of young talent and experienced leadership has seen them rise to third place in the points table, joining Gujarat Titans and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) as the first teams to qualify for the playoffs.

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