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Bollywood actress Preity Zinta is celebrating her 50th birthday today, marking a significant milestone in her career and life. The actress, known for her charm and vibrant energy, has received heartfelt wishes from numerous well-known personalities across industries. Zinta is not just a celebrated actress but also the co-owner of Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the Indian Premier League (IPL). As she turns 50, her role with PBKS and her contributions to the team have been a focal point of admiration and support. Her journey in both cinema and cricket continues to inspire many.
Anik Kapoor extends a special wish to Preity Zinta
On Preity’s 50th birthday, Bollywood icon Anil Kapoor took to social media to express his heartfelt wishes for the actress-turned-businesswoman. Known for their close bond, Kapoor’s message wasn’t just a celebration of Zinta’s special day but also a show of unwavering support for her role with PBKS in IPL 2025. The actor shared a throwback picture with Zinta from a film on his Instagram stories, captioning it:
“Happy Birthday! Your warmth, kindness, and that radiant smile light up every room. Wishing you all the best for IPL 2025, and may you win the trophy this year!”
With PBKS gearing up for the new season, Kapoor’s encouraging message symbolizes the shared excitement among fans and the franchise’s management, all hoping for a much-needed turnaround in 2025.
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Punjab Kings’ journey in the Indian Premier League (IPL)
For Preity, who has been co-owning PBKS since its inception in 2008, this birthday marks a time of reflection. The franchise has endured a difficult period, failing to qualify for the playoffs for the past ten seasons. Despite Zinta’s dedication, PBKS has continued to face challenges, with their performance in IPL 2024 reinforcing the struggle.
In the 2024 edition, the team could only manage four wins out of twelve matches, leading to an early exit from the competition. Their hopes for qualifying were dashed after a defeat against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), effectively ending their chances of advancing to the playoffs once again. It was a setback that underscored the club’s prolonged inconsistency, leaving them with an embarrassing record as the first team to miss out on the playoffs for an entire decade.
Though PBKS has seen multiple transformations over the years, the year 2014 remains their most successful, as they reached the finals for the first and only time in the franchise’s history. Under the leadership of George Bailey, the team looked poised to lift their maiden IPL trophy. However, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) dashed their dreams, defeating them in a thrilling final. This loss was a painful one, as PBKS had to settle for being runners-up in what was their closest shot at the title. Since then, despite several changes in leadership and squad combinations, PBKS has failed to return to those heights.
The heartache of 2014 is still fresh for many supporters, as PBKS has not been able to replicate that level of competitiveness. The team has often found itself in a rebuilding phase, with no visible breakthrough into the top tier of IPL teams.
