The Bollywood star and Punjab Kings co-owner rushes to celebrate Chahal’s 4-wicket heroics in IPL 2025 thriller
Chandigarh, April 16, 2025 – Preity Zinta, co-owner of Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Bollywood actor, was seen rushing onto the field to congratulate Yuzvendra Chahal with a heartfelt hug after his match-winning performance against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at the Punjab Cricket Association Stadium in Mullanpur.
Chahal returned with stunning figures of 4/28, helping Punjab defend a record-low IPL total of 111 runs and pull off a 16-run win in what has become one of the most dramatic matches of the IPL 2025 season.
🎥 Viral Moment: “What a Win!”
The emotional post-match moment between Preity and Chahal was captured on camera and quickly went viral on social media. In the video, Preity is seen beaming with pride, giving Chahal a hug, and reliving the nail-biting finish, even showing her trembling hands from the excitement.
Preity Zinta was really happy with performance of Punjab Kings Today.
— 𝐂𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧🧛 (@hiit_man45) April 15, 2025
congrats @PunjabKingsIPL for a thriller victory. pic.twitter.com/iNvuXm6TJB
“Couldn’t have asked for a better ending,” wrote one fan.
“Preity Zinta >>> what an owner she is,” another gushed.
The moment resonated with cricket fans, highlighting the strong bond between franchise owners and players in the IPL ecosystem.
🏏 Chahal’s Comeback Magic
Coming into the match with just two wickets in the season, Chahal spun his way into the spotlight by dismantling KKR’s middle-order and helping PBKS defend the lowest total ever in IPL history. His performance earned him the Player of the Match title and shot Punjab Kings into the top four of the IPL table.
🎬 Preity Zinta’s Return to Films: ‘Lahore 1947’
While basking in cricket glory, Preity Zinta is also gearing up for her Bollywood comeback. She will be seen next in Rajkumar Santoshi’s ‘Lahore 1947’, produced by Aamir Khan, co-starring Sunny Deol, Shabana Azmi, Ali Fazal, and Karan Deol.
Preity wrapped the shoot in June 2024 and described the film as the “toughest project” of her career, hoping audiences connect with its emotional intensity.
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