Preity Zinta, a Bollywood legend and co-owner of the Punjab Kings (PBKS), sent a heartfelt message for batter Priyansh Arya after their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 match against the Chennai Super Kings (CSK). On Tuesday, April 8, the two teams played their 22nd match of the season in Mullanpur.
Choosing to bat first, PBKS amassed a solid 219/6, aided by Priyansh Arya’s brilliant century. The powerful southpaw hit nine sixes and seven fours in his 103 off 42 balls. CSK put up a strong fight in response, but ultimately failed, finishing at 201/5, 18 runs short of the mark.
On Wednesday, April 9, a day later, Preity Zinta praised Arya for his outstanding batting in a post on X. She wrote:
“Last night was beyond special. We witnessed an explosive game of cricket, the roar of a legend, and the birth of a bright star! I met 24-year-old Priyansh Arya with some of our other young players a couple of days ago. He was quiet, shy & unassuming & did not utter a word throughout the evening.”
Preity Zinta
“Last night, I met him again during the PBKS vs CSK game at the Mullanpur cricket stadium. This time his talent spoke out aloud and his aggressive batting style stunned not just me but all of India as he etched his name in the record books for a blistering 103 off 42 balls. So proud of you, Priyansh Arya. You are a shining example of how actions speak louder than words. Keep smiling and shining & thank you for entertaining not just me but everyone that showed up to see the game. Here’s to many more memorable moments on and off the field,”
Preity Zinta
Last night was beyond special. We witnessed an explosive game of cricket, the roar of a legend and the birth of a bright Star !
I met 24 year old Priyansh Arya with some of our other young players a couple of days ago. He was quiet, shy & unassuming & did not utter a word… pic.twitter.com/HtJPFsx1mf
— Preity G Zinta (@realpreityzinta) April 9, 2025Punjab has now won three of their last four games and has six points, good for fourth place in the standings.
“I feel I should contribute more to the team” – Priyansh Arya reflects following historic hundred against CSK
Priyansh Arya’s incredible 103 off 42 balls against the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) earned him the title of Player of the Match. The 24-year-old stated at the post-game presentation that he wants to help the club even more. As cited by Cricbuzz, Arya stated:
“Out of the world feeling, I feel very happy but I feel I should contribute more to the team. Shreyas told me to bat with intent, you go for it even with your first ball after I got out last match. When Nehal came out to bat, I told him we will look for singles and doubles, but he told me you play the way with whatever first comes to your mind. All bowlers are good, any bowler could have troubled me.”
Priyansh Arya
On Saturday, April 12, in Hyderabad, Punjab Kings (PBKS) will play SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH).
