Shresta Iyer, sister of Punjab Kings (PBKS) captain Shreyas Iyer, shared a lighthearted video on Instagram after a rain-affected match against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026. In the video, she humorously noted that PBKS gave KKR a point, which led to some backlash online. In response, Shresta released another video clarifying that her intent was to celebrate her brother's team and promote sportsmanship, stating, "It's just a game. Everyone should take it sportingly." Meanwhile, former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra commended PBKS as a team to watch this season, highlighting their strong batting lineup and effective management under Shreyas Iyer and head coach Ricky Ponting. PBKS began the season with two victories before sharing points with KKR due to the match's abandonment. Chopra emphasized the team's focus on young Indian talent, which has proven effective despite limited international experience.