Punjab Kings pulled off a spectacular chase at the Wankhede Stadium, defeating Mumbai Indians by 7 wickets in Match 24 of IPL 2026 on April 16.
Despite a masterclass century from Quinton de Kock, Punjab’s batting unit fired in unison to hunt down a target of 196 with remarkable ease, finishing the game with more than three overs to spare and leaving the home crowd stunned.
Match Summary: MI vs PBKS, IPL 2026 Match 24
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| MI Score | 195/6 (20 overs) |
| PBKS Score | 198/3 (16.3 overs) |
| Match Result | PBKS won by 7 wickets (21 balls left) |
| Best Batting (PBKS) | Prabhsimran Singh – 80* off 39 balls |
| Best Bowling (PBKS) | Arshdeep Singh – 3/22 in 4 overs |
| Venue | Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai |
MI Innings: 195/6 in 20 Overs
Mumbai Indians’ innings was a one-man show headlined by Quinton de Kock, who carried his bat for a sensational 112 off 60 balls*. After Arshdeep Singh rocked MI early by dismissing Rickelton and Suryakumar Yadav in consecutive balls, De Kock found a steady partner in Naman Dhir (50 off 31). Together, they shared a 122-run stand to revive the innings.
However, the MI middle order failed to capitalize on the platform. Hardik Pandya and Sherfane Rutherford fell cheaply as Arshdeep Singh (3/22) returned to deliver a clinical death-bowling exhibition. Despite De Kock’s heroics, MI finished on 195, a total that proved insufficient on a lightning-fast Wankhede outfield.
MI Innings At A Glance
| Details | MI Innings |
|---|---|
| Total | 195/6 in 20 overs |
| Powerplay | 56/2 (0–6 overs) |
| Top Scorer | Quinton de Kock – 112* off 60 balls |
| Best Partnership | De Kock & Naman Dhir – 122 runs |
| Best Bowling (PBKS) | Arshdeep Singh – 3/22 (4 overs) |
PBKS Chase: 198/3 in 16.3 Overs
Punjab Kings approached the chase with a “no-brakes” attitude. While young AM Ghazanfar (2/31) struck early to remove the openers, Prabhsimran Singh and captain Shreyas Iyer dismantled the MI bowling attack. Prabhsimran was in sublime form, smashing 80 off 39 balls* with 8 fours and 11 sixes.
Shreyas Iyer provided the perfect foil, scoring a rapid 66 off 35 balls before falling just as the finish line approached. The duo’s 139-run partnership completely neutralized the threat of Jasprit Bumrah and Deepak Chahar. Marcus Stoinis (10*) struck a few boundaries to seal the win in the 17th over, as Punjab finished with a massive run rate of 12.00.
PBKS Chase At A Glance
| Details | PBKS Chase |
|---|---|
| Target | 196 runs |
| Total | 198/3 in 16.3 overs |
| Powerplay | 61/2 (0–6 overs) |
| Top Scorer | Prabhsimran Singh – 80* off 39 balls |
| Best Bowling (MI) | AM Ghazanfar – 2/31 (4 overs) |
Key Highlights
- De Kock’s Lone Battle: Quinton de Kock became the first centurion of the night, but his 112* was overshadowed by Punjab’s collective batting depth.
- Arshdeep’s Early & Late Impact: Arshdeep Singh’s double-strike in the 3rd over and his economy of 5.50 in a 200-run game was the tactical difference between the two sides.
- Prabhsimran’s Power-Hitting: Striking at 205.12, Prabhsimran Singh’s ability to find the boundary at will made the daunting chase look like a routine practice session.
Player of the Match
Prabhsimran Singh (PBKS): Awarded for his match-winning 80 off 39 balls*. His aggressive intent from the start and his massive 139-run stand with Shreyas Iyer ensured Punjab stayed well ahead of the required rate throughout the second innings.
