IPL 2026: Punjab Captain Fined

In IPL 2026, Punjab Kings registered a thrilling three-wicket victory over Gujarat Titans on Tuesday. Despite the win, Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer has been fined for maintaining a slow over rate during the match. The penalty highlights the league’s strict enforcement of match regulations.

According to the IPL statement, Iyer has been fined ₹12 lakh under Article 2.22 of the IPL Code of Conduct. This has been treated as his team’s first offence of the season related to a slow over rate. The IPL continues to enforce rules strictly to ensure timely completion of matches and maintain the standard of the tournament.