Punjab Kings etched their name in cricketing history on April 26th, 2024, with an unprecedented feat in T20 cricket.The match between Punjab Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) witnessed a historic chase, as PBKS successfully pursued a formidable target of 262 runs, clinching victory with eight wickets in hand. This remarkable achievement secured a crucial win and set a new benchmark in the world of T20 cricket.

The Record-Breaking Chase

Jonny Bairstow emerged as the match’s hero, delivering a masterful century that propelled Punjab Kings to victory. Bairstow’s exceptional batting prowess and aggressive intent were on full display as he dominated the opposition bowlers with remarkable strokeplay and precision timing.

See Also: Punjab Kings beat Kolkata Knight Riders by 8 wickets

Bairstow’s Century

Bairstow reached his century milestone in the 16th over, displaying exceptional timing and power in his stroke-play. It took him 45 deliveries to achieve this feat, showcasing his aggressive intent immediately. Bairstow’s century was complemented by a blistering partnership with Shashank Singh, who played a pivotal role in accelerating the run rate with a quickfire 68 runs off just 28 balls.

High-Scoring Match

The match witnessed a flurry of runs and sixes, with 523 runs scored from both teams, aided by an astounding 42 sixes. This staggering display of power hitting not only enthralled cricket fans but also showcased the sheer entertainment and excitement that T20 cricket has to offer.

Fan Reactions and Criticisms

After witnessing such a high-scoring and thrilling encounter, cricket fans took to social media to express their reactions. Some hailed the match as one of the greatest in IPL history, praising the players for their exceptional performance. However, there were also criticisms, with some fans expressing disappointment and comparing the IPL unfavorably to other cricket leagues, such as the Pakistan Super League (PSL).

In last 12 days total 12 number of times 200+ scored.

In the cricketing perspective one of the worst IPL season in the history of IPL?? pic.twitter.com/Quf3LKWSbs

— TukTuk Academy (@TukTuk_Academy) April 24, 2024

Trust me this is the Worst IPL.There is no balance between the ball and the bat

BCCI don't ever cry if India doesn't get good bowlers. How will you celebrate the batsman inning on batting paradise?

Your all flat track bully will be exposed on good pitchpic.twitter.com/f3EPhHo5qR

— Sujeet Suman (@sujeetsuman1991) April 26, 2024

BCCI preparing pitches for the worst IPL ever.pic.twitter.com/XqpLIqeARx

— Manu (@TweetsOfLibran) April 26, 2024

Worst IPL pic.twitter.com/C6zZO63ldd

— Naks..! (@oyenakss) April 26, 2024

Shashank Singh is a Mad Mad Man ☠️#KKRVPBKS Bairstow | Narine | Rinku
Kolkata Knight Riders | Sam Curran |
Prabhsimran Singh | #Telegram Worst IPL The IPL Sam Curran #KKRvsPBKS | Shashank singh
pic.twitter.com/WkHq2kGxR7

— Satan (@Scentofawoman10) April 26, 2024

Yes I agree, This is worst IPL season #KKRvsPBKS pic.twitter.com/hI8fe9E9gy

— Samira (@Logical_Girll) April 26, 2024

No difference

#KKRvsPBKS #Worst_IPL pic.twitter.com/j9cjTaGrFK

— ‎ ShYam PraTap Bhadouria (@_SPSB) April 26, 2024

40 sixes in a T20 match …
Worst worst IPL of all time#KKRvPBKS pic.twitter.com/nmsLKxHF61

— Ayush Dwivedi (@AyushDw18636185) April 26, 2024

Shashank singh is the best player that has emerged in this so called worst IPL 🦁 pic.twitter.com/CxSbKzNdHh

— Shreyash Rane (@shreyash__rane) April 26, 2024

Sa2024 >>>> IPL24

Worst IPL season ever 🥲 pic.twitter.com/Inzs798Su2

— Virat Kohli FC18 𝕏 (@VKisGODofCric8) April 26, 2024

Imposing this kind of pitches is killing the beautiful league I have loved ever since 💔!! Whole worst IPL happening. pic.twitter.com/5cq31z4HKr

— iNaveenVijayakumar (@iNaveentalks) April 26, 2024

Worst IPL.. It is not IPL. It is BFL. Batsmans favor League. #IPL2024 pic.twitter.com/RCnUi2jam2

— Sridharan MSD 👑💚💛 (@R3Rdhr) April 26, 2024

Rest in Peace Cricket. This has to be the worst IPL. #IPL2024

— Sujith Kumar (@sujithkumar13) April 26, 2024

There is no difference left between IPL and PSL. 😓

Easily the worst IPL season in history!! #PBKSvsKKR pic.twitter.com/iSePTIddxZ

— Pratham 🇮🇳 (@Pratham_Tweetz) April 26, 2024

Batter premier league ✅

Worst IPL ever I saw before#KKRvPBKS pic.twitter.com/FAU3O42HUn

— Arjun singh chauhan🔱 (@Arjunsi35219409) April 26, 2024