The two-time consecutive world cup champions India have suffered back-to-back shock series defeats and would be eager to get past that against Zimbabwe.

IND vs ZIM: Skipper Iyer wants team to 'adapt quickly' after two consecutive series defeats

After losing a historic first series against Ireland 0-2, India are looking down the barrell against England as well. With two more matches left in the series, India have a chance to draw level by winning rest of the two matches. 

76 all-out vs England: Karthik terms skipper Iyer's criticism of India batting as 'odd'

The series defeat against Ireland ended India's streak of 16-series wins in T20Is and it is definitely a shock for players as well as the fans with India being two-time back-to-back T20 World Champions.

'Very hard to be critical of guys,' says India assistant coach ten Doeschate despite T20I series whitewash vs Ireland

Ireland stunned India with a historic 34-run win in the first T20I, their maiden victory over India in any format, powered by Lorcan Tucker and Gareth Delany

IND vs IRL, 1st T20I: Ireland script history, register maiden win over India

Shreyas Iyer has been appointed as India’s new T20I captain, marking a major leadership change in the Indian cricket setup. Suryakumar Yadav has been replaced as skipper as the team management looks to reshape the squad ahead of upcoming international fixtures. The decision signals a fresh direction for India’s T20 strategy, with fans eager to see how Iyer leads the side on the global stage.


Shreyas Iyer Named India's T20I Captain; Suryakumar Replaced As Captain 

India have announced their 15-player squad for the Asian Games 2026, with the cricket tournament scheduled for September and October in Japan.

India squad for Asian Games 2026: Shreyas Iyer to lead, Bumrah returns

Shreyas Iyer will lead India in the T20I series against Ireland and England, while teenage batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has earned his maiden call-up ahead of the Asian Games.

India squads for England & Ireland tour: Sooryavanshi earns call-up, Shreyas named new captain

With this final league stage victory, Punjab Kings have climbed to the fourth spot on the points table with 15 points and their playoff qualification now hinging entirely on the clash between Rajasthan Royals and Mumbai Indians. 

'Iyer wanted to be one who made the difference': PBKS coach hails skipper after win over LSG

Shreyas Iyer’s unbeaten 101, following Prabhsimran Singh’s brisk 69, powered PBKS to a successful chase of 197 with two overs remaining as they climbed to fourth place in the standings.

IPL 2026: Shreyas Iyer’s century keeps PBKS’ playoff hopes alive with win over LSG

From six wins in first seven games, Punjab Kings have slumped to five consecutive losses. With only two more league matches left for them, PBKS are running against time to qualify for IPL 2026 playoffs.

WION DECODES - IPL 2026 | What's going wrong with Punjab Kings - can they still make playoffs?

After being unbeaten in the first seven games of the tournament, PBKS have suffered four consecutive losses in IPL 2026 with the latest one coming against DC on Monday (May 11).

IPL 2026 | 'Fell short of planning:' PBKS skipper Shreyas Iyer concedes after fourth consecutive loss

Indian cricket star and ODI vice-captain Shreyas Iyer has been named the brand ambassador of Formula One’s official program in the country.

Shreyas Iyer named brand ambassador for Formula One official program in India

Zaheer Khan tells Shreyas Iyer to prioritize securing his spot in the Indian T20I squad before eyeing the captaincy. Read the full analysis here.

Forget T20I captaincy, focus on selection first: Zaheer’s advice to Shreyas Iyer

In the six matches played, PBKS have won five matches while one was washed out - putting them on top of points table with 11 points. They beat IPL's longest winning streak (from the start of season) of five matches undefeated by Rajasthan Royals (2015) and Kings XI Punjab (2014).

IPL 2026 | Unstoppable Punjab Kings beat own 2014 record to scale new highs in historic start of season

Reports suggest Shreyas Iyer is the top contender to replace Suryakumar Yadav as India’s T20I captain. Read about the BCCI’s potential leadership shift, Iyer’s IPL 2026 form, and why he is back in the mix.

Leadership Change within Indian Cricket? BCCI reportedly eyes Shreyas Iyer as next T20I skipper

Punjab Kings will next face Lucknow Super Giants in a high-octane clash at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur on Sunday (Apr 19).

'I love it': Punjab Kings skipper Shreyas Iyer reacts to ‘Sarpanch’ title

Former India captain Sachin Tendulkar praised Shreyas Iyer’s stunning relay catch to dismiss Hardik Pandya in the PBKS vs MI clash at Wankhede.

'One of the best I’ve seen live': Former India legend hails Shreyas Iyer’s relay catch to dismiss Hardik Pandya

Iyer has not played a T20I for India since December 2023 and he doesn't play Tests as often as well, leaving him to be the ODI player for Men In Blue in internationals. His T20 numbers in IPL since, however, are staggering after switching from KKR to PBKS before IPL 2025

'Can lead Indian team': Two-time WC winner Piyush Chawla on Shreyas Iyer's place in T20I side

Hardik Pandya hints at a major Mumbai Indians shake-up after a crushing loss to Punjab Kings. Despite a de Kock ton, Shreyas Iyer's heroics and Prabhsimran's blitz left MI winless in 4 games. Read the full post-match analysis.

‘Time for difficult calls,’ Mumbai Indians captain Pandya signals overhaul after crushing loss to Punjab

Prabhsimran Singh (unbeaten 80) and Shreyas Iyer (66) helped PBKS inflict a fourth straight defeat on MI as the duo overshadowed Quinton de Kock’s unbeaten 112. The win means PBKS are now top of the IPL 2026 standings with four wins in 5 matches and are the only undefeated team in the league.

IPL 2026: Shreyas Iyer's Punjab sweep past Mumbai in another dominant win, hosts lose fourth consecutive contest

Having lost back-to-back games in IPL 2026, DC will look for a swift reply as they take on in-form RCB at M.Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. Speaking ahead of the contest was DC star Vipraj Nigam, who opened up on the team preparations ahead of the crucial contest.

IPL 2026: Vipraj Nigam backs Delhi to bounce back to form, says 'might make our comeback during RCB match'

Punjab Kings arrive in Mumbai following a massive six-wicket victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in their last outing, where the team chased 219 with 7 balls to spare. PBKS will take on MI at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai, on Thursday at 7:30 p.m. IST.

IPL 2026: Wadhera credits Iyer after positive start, says 'you play freely, taking pressure is my job'

From Rajat Patidar to Gautam Gambhir here is a list of five captains with most consecutive wins in IPL history. The prestigious also features the likes of Shane Warne, Shreyas Iyer and MS Dhoni. 

From Rajat Patidar to Gautam Gambhir, 5 captains with most consecutive wins in IPL history

Despite the off-field fine, PBKS delivered a clinical performance on the field, easily chasing a challenging 210-run target and winning the match comfortably by five wickets.

Why did BCCI penalise entire Punjab Kings XI, including impact sub, after CSK win? Check details

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IND vs ZIM: Skipper Iyer wants team to 'adapt quickly' after two consecutive series defeats

Karthik says Iyer's criticism of India batting post 76 all-out vs England 'odd'

'Very hard to be critical,' says India assistant coach after T20I series loss

IND vs IRL, 1st T20I: Ireland script history, register maiden win over India

Shreyas Iyer Named India's T20I Captain; Suryakumar Replaced As Captain

India squad for Asian Games 2026: Shreyas Iyer to lead, Bumrah returns

Shreyas named captain, Sooryavanshi earns call-up for England & Ireland tour

'Iyer wanted to be one who made...': PBKS coach hails skipper after win over LSG

IPL 2026: Iyer’s century keeps PBKS’ playoff hopes alive with win over LSG

WION DECODES - IPL 2026 | What's going wrong with Punjab Kings?

IPL | 'Fell short of planning:' Iyer after after 4th consecutive loss for PBKS

Shreyas Iyer named brand ambassador for Formula One official program in India

Forget T20I captaincy, focus on selection first: Zaheer’s advice to Shreyas Iyer

IPL 2026 | Unstoppable Punjab Kings beat own 2014 record to scale new highs in historic start of season

Leadership Change? BCCI reportedly eyes Shreyas Iyer as next T20I skipper

'I love it': Punjab Kings skipper Shreyas Iyer reacts to ‘Sarpanch’ title

'One of the best': Former India great hails Iyer’s relay catch to dismiss Pandya

'Can lead team': India's Two-time WC winner on Shreyas Iyer's place in T20I side

‘Time for difficult calls,’ Pandya signals overhaul after crushing loss to PBKS

IPL 2026: Shreyas Iyer's Punjab sweep past Mumbai in another dominant win

IPL 2026: Vipraj Nigam backs Delhi to bounce back to form ahead of RCB contest

IPL 2026: Nehal Wadhera credits Shreyas Iyer after positive start

From Patidar to Gambhir, 5 captains with most consecutive wins in IPL history

Why did BCCI penalise entire PBKS XI, including impact sub, after CSK win?