Chandigarh, May 13 -- Amid a mid-season slump that has witnessed Punjab Kings (PBKS) lose four matches in a row, the franchise co-owner Preity Zinta called for "verified voices and media professionals" to "exercise responsibility" and not spread misinformation.

Zinta's post comes after PBKS lost to Delhi Capitals (DC) on Monday, marking their fourth loss in a row after a seven match unbeaten run which spanned six wins and a no result. Amid this slump, there have been media reports about a lack of discipline, be it off the field or while training, on the part of players.

Quashing these reports and claims, Zinta warned that the "deliberate spreading of fake narratives about the team and its players will not be taken lightly".

"There's a ...