In a standout performance at Wankhede Stadium, Shreyas Iyer led Punjab Kings to victory against Mumbai Indians, scoring 66 runs off just 35 balls. This innings marked Iyer's third consecutive half-century this season and solidified his reputation as a key player in the IPL. Alongside Prabhsimran Singh, who scored an unbeaten 80 runs, Iyer formed a formidable 139-run partnership, guiding Punjab to chase down a target of 196 runs with 21 balls to spare. Iyer's contributions extended beyond batting; his stunning catch to dismiss Hardik Pandya showcased his all-round capabilities. Former Indian spinner Ravichandran Ashwin praised Iyer's leadership potential, stating that if he is overlooked for India's T20I captaincy, it would be a loss for the team. Iyer's captaincy record is noteworthy, having led three different franchises to finals in the IPL.