IPL 2026: [WATCH] Shreyas Iyer’s Heroic Effort Dismisses Hardik Pandya, Leaves MI Stunned

Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer produced a stunning fielding effort to dismiss Mumbai Indians skipper Hardik Pandya during their IPL 2026 clash at Wankhede Stadium on Thursday, April 16. The 31-year-old displayed exceptional athleticism near the boundary, putting in a full-length dive.

While in motion, Iyer smartly released the ball to teammate Xavier Bartlett before stepping over the ropes, ensuring the catch was completed legally. From the MI dugout, Suryakumar Yadav and Rohit Sharma initially anticipated the shot would clear the boundary for six, but were left amazed by Iyer’s remarkable effort in the deep.

The moment unfolded in the 18th over of MI’s innings when Marco Jansen cleverly reduced his pace and bowled it wide. Pandya attempted a powerful stroke but mistimed it off the toe-end, sending the ball looping over the bowler. Iyer nearly pulled off a sensational solo catch, and although the scorecard credited Bartlett, the brilliance of the dismissal belonged entirely to Iyer.

You can watch the video here:

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Quinton de Kock’s century powers MI to 196 against Shreyas Iyer’s PBKS

Led by Quinton de Kock, a composed batting effort guided the Mumbai Indians to 195/6 against the Punjab Kings in their IPL 2026 clash. The left-hander made an immediate impact after coming in for injured Rohit Sharma in the playing XI. He hammered an unbeaten 112 off 60 balls at a strike rate of 186.87, including seven sixes and eight fours.

Naman Dhir also impressed with 50 off 31 deliveries, smashing three sixes and an equal number of fours. The pair put on a 122-run partnership for the third wicket after the hosts were reeling at 12/2. Arshdeep Singh starred with the ball for Punjab, ending with figures of 3/22.

Marco Jansen and Shashank Singh picked up one wicket each. Punjab remain unbeaten this season. They have won three of their previous matches, apart from a rain-hit game against the Kolkata Knight Riders. The Shreyas Iyer-led side chased down 220 against Sunrisers Hyderabad in their last outing.

They are now chasing a third straight win against Mumbai in the T20 league. Meanwhile, MI have managed just one victory in IPL 2026. They defeated the Knight Riders in their opening game but have since suffered three consecutive losses.

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