New Chandigarh, April 29 -- Punjab Kings (PBKS) remain at the top of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 standings with 13 points from eight matches, despite facing their first defeat of the season in a high-scoring encounter against Rajasthan Royals (RR). In a thrilling contest at the New International Cricket Stadium, New Chandigarh, the Kings posted a formidable 222/4 after being sent in to bat, but were unable to hold off a clinical chase from the visitors.
The match was a showcase of batting strength, with the Kings' top order once again providing a solid platform before a spectacular late-innings surge. Despite the narrow loss, the mood in the Punjab camp remains focused and optimistic as they transition into the second half of the ...