“It was right at the stumps and not giving us much options to open our arms and score runs,” said Shreyas Iyer after a crucial match on May 3, 2026. Arshad Khan’s bowling performance was highlighted by a dropped catch during the Indian Premier League game between the Gujarat Titans and Punjab Kings at the Narendra Modi Stadium.
The match saw Punjab Kings struggle as they scored just 160 runs. They lost four wickets in the powerplay, which significantly impacted their innings.
Shreyas Iyer, captain of Punjab Kings, noted that the wicket had variable bounce. He expressed excitement for their upcoming match against SRH, stating, “We’re still on top of the table which is what matters.” Iyer also mentioned that the team has been working hard in training.
The ball was doing a bit at the start of the match, making it challenging for batters. Iyer remarked, “Wasn’t an apt wicket to bat on,” indicating his frustration with conditions.
Arshad Khan bowled a delivery to Marco Jansen that resulted in a dropped catch. This moment could have changed the game’s momentum significantly.
The next challenge for Punjab Kings is to improve their performance in their upcoming match against SRH. They hope to leverage their training efforts and bounce back from this setback.
