Punjab Kings Demolish Mumbai Indians to Set Historic Wankhede Record in IPL 2026
NEW DELHI — The Punjab Kings (PBKS) firmly established their dominance over the Mumbai Indians (MI) on Thursday, securing a decisive seven-wicket victory in their IPL 2026 clash. Chasing a competitive target of 196, Punjab Kings reached 198/3 in just 16.3 overs, rewriting the franchise record books at the Wankhede Stadium.
Prabhsimran and Iyer Orchestrate the Chase
After Mumbai Indians posted 195/6 in their 20 overs, the Punjab Kings responded with overwhelming aggression. Opener Prabhsimran Singh dismantled the Mumbai bowling attack, scoring 80 runs off 39 deliveries. He was supported by Shreyas Iyer, who delivered a rapid 66 off 35 balls. The partnership ensured PBKS chased down the 196-run target with 21 balls to spare, marking their third consecutive victory over the five-time champions.
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Historic Wankhede Dominance
This result holds significant historical weight. With Thursday’s triumph, the Punjab Kings became the first franchise in Indian Premier League history to register six victories against the Mumbai Indians at the Wankhede Stadium. PBKS holds a remarkable success rate at the venue, winning six out of their 11 encounters against MI on their home turf.
They surpass the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), who each hold five wins against MI at Wankhede in 13 attempts.
Most Wins vs MI at Wankhede Stadium
| Team | Wins | Matches Played |
|---|---|---|
| Punjab Kings (PBKS) | 6 | 11 |
| Chennai Super Kings (CSK) | 5 | 13 |
| Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) | 5 | 13 |
| Rajasthan Royals (RR) | 4 | 9 |
Overall Head-to-Head Records
The Punjab Kings tied the all-time IPL record for the most total wins against the Mumbai Indians. PBKS shares the top spot with CSK, securing 18 wins against the Mumbai franchise across all venues.
Most Wins vs MI in IPL History
- 18 – Punjab Kings (35 matches)
- 18 – Chennai Super Kings (39 matches)
- 17 – Delhi Capitals (38 matches)
- 16 – Royal Challengers Bengaluru (35 matches)
- 15 – Rajasthan Royals (31 matches)
Highest Targets Chased Against Mumbai Indians
Thursday’s successful chase of 196 ranks among the highest targets ever chased down against the Mumbai Indians in IPL history. PBKS also holds the top spot on this list, having chased down 204 against MI during Qualifier 2 in Ahmedabad in 2025.
| Target Chased | Team | Venue | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 204 | Punjab Kings | Ahmedabad | 2025 (Q2) |
| 196 | Punjab Kings | Wankhede | 2026 |
| 196 | Rajasthan Royals | Abu Dhabi | 2020 |
| 195 | Delhi Daredevils | Wankhede | 2018 |
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What Next for Punjab Kings?
The Punjab Kings currently sit at the top of the IPL 2026 points table. Their next fixture is scheduled for Sunday, where they will defend their leading position against the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG).