Punjab Kings co-owner Preity Zinta has finally responded to a 12-year-old social media jab from Salman Khan that has been making the rounds every time her IPL franchise delivers a win. The actress reacted while replying to a supporter’s post, bringing fresh attention to an old tweet linked to a memorable 2014 meeting.
Quick scan
- Preity Zinta reacted to Salman Khan’s 12-year-old tweet about Punjab Kings.
- The tweet was originally posted in 2014 during the franchise’s Qualifier 1 match.
- In that 2014 Qualifier 1, Punjab (then Kings XI Punjab) lost to KKR by 28 runs.
- On Thursday, PBKS beat Mumbai Indians comfortably in the ongoing IPL.
- PBKS chased 196 to reach 198/3 with 21 balls to spare.
- Quinton de Kock struck 112* for MI; Naman Dhir made 50, and they added a 132-run stand for the third wicket.
- Prabhsimran scored 80* off 31 balls (11 fours, 2 sixes); skipper Iyer made 66 off 35.
- Only notable MI bowling figure was AM Ghazanfar’s 2/31.
The original post dates back to 2014, when Salman wrote the now-famous line, “Zinta’s team won kya?” His comment resurfaced repeatedly over the years whenever PBKS pulled off wins, particularly because that early season game did not go Punjab’s way.
During the current conversation, a fan shared a screenshot featuring Salman’s tweet alongside a photo collage of Zinta. The caption on the post read “Evergreen beauty and tweet,” and Zinta answered with laughing emojis and a simple “Yes yes yes” message.
In April 2026, Zinta’s reply landed with the caption “Yes yes yes,” effectively acknowledging the long-running joke that has followed PBKS through multiple seasons.
2014 Qualifier 1: the tweet’s backdrop
Back in Qualifier 1 of the 2014 IPL, Punjab—then named Kings XI Punjab—were beaten by Kolkata Knight Riders. KKR won by 28 runs in a match where PBKS were restricted to 163/8 before their batting innings unraveled.
After conceding 163/8, Punjab collapsed and finished on 135/8, allowing KKR to control the contest. That specific loss has remained tied to Salman’s old remark ever since, especially whenever the joke reappears in conversations around PBKS results.
Still, the story of that tweet is now being revisited again because PBKS have delivered a strong response on the field in the ongoing edition.
Thursday’s result: PBKS dominate MI
PBKS extended their winning momentum with a seven-wicket demolition of Mumbai Indians on Thursday. Even with MI posting a competitive total, the surface offered enough for Punjab’s batters to seize control early and keep the chase under control.
Mumbai Indians were anchored by Quinton de Kock, who produced a brilliant 112 not out, while Naman Dhir supported him with a 50. Their partnership for the third wicket carried the innings, building a 132-run stand that took MI to 195/6.
However, despite the foundation, Punjab’s chase became too comfortable on a docile pitch. Prabhsimran struck immediately in the run chase, registering an unbeaten 80 off 31 balls, including 11 fours and two sixes, even as Jasprit Bumrah had a tough day in the middle.
Bumrah ended wicketless, returning figures of 0/41, and PBKS punished an early drop in MI’s discipline. At the other end, Iyer was in rhythm and reached his third fifty in as many outings, smashing 66 off 35 deliveries with five fours and four sixes.
The duo then put the match beyond doubt with a solid 139-run stand for the third wicket, turning MI’s 195 into a chase that never looked truly threatened.
When PBKS set out for 196, they crossed the line with 21 balls left, finishing on 198/3. From the Mumbai bowling attack, AM Ghazanfar’s 2/31 stood out as the only meaningful impact as the rest of the unit struggled to contain Punjab’s momentum.
