Punjab Kings made cricket history in the IPL by pulling off the most significant successful run chase ever seen on Friday.
They hunted down Kolkata Knight Riders' imposing target of 262 runs, securing a commanding eight-wicket victory and smashing the previous record of 226-6 set by the Rajasthan Royals back in 2020.
The heroics were led by opener Jonny Bairstow, whose unbeaten 108 off just 48 balls was a spectacle to behold, featuring eight boundaries and nine towering sixes. His stellar performance paved the way for Punjab's triumph, with the Eden Gardens witnessing the culmination of their efforts with eight balls to spare.
The fireworks began with Prabhsimran Singh's blistering 54 off 20 balls, setting the stage for Bairstow's masterclass.
Punjab's monumental total of 262-2 marks their most significant innings in franchise history. It's also tied for the highest score ever achieved in the IPL by a team batting second, matching Royal Challengers Bangalore's 262-7 in response to Sunriser Hyderabad's 287-3 earlier this month, making for a jaw-dropping showdown.
Following this sensational victory, the Punjab Kings have soared to the eighth spot in the league standings, breaking a dry spell of four consecutive losses.
Their tally now stands at six points from nine games, injecting fresh momentum into their campaign.
