On April 16, 2026, Punjab Kings triumphed over Mumbai Indians by 7 wickets at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, propelling them to the top of the IPL 2026 points table with 9 points. The Punjab-based franchise successfully chased down a target of 196 runs in just 16.3 overs, losing only 3 wickets. Shreyas Iyer led the charge with a stellar performance, scoring 66 runs off 35 balls, marking his third consecutive fifty. Prabhsimran Singh also played a crucial role, remaining unbeaten on 80 runs. This victory marks Punjab's fourth win in five matches this season. Meanwhile, Mumbai Indians, captained by Hardik Pandya, find themselves at the bottom of the table with only 2 points from one win out of five matches. In the Orange Cap race, Shreyas Iyer is now sixth with 203 runs, while Prabhsimran Singh is fifth with 211 runs. Quinton de Kock, playing his first match of the season, scored a remarkable 112 not out for Mumbai, becoming their third-highest run-scorer this season. The IPL 2026 points table reflects the competitive nature of the tournament as Punjab Kings look to maintain their lead.