Preity Zinta’s Punjab Kings Face Backlash Over Controversial Post, Disable Comments Amid Criticism

Mumbai: Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Punjab Kings, co-owned by Bollywood actress Preity Zinta, has come under fire for a controversial social media post deemed unsportsmanlike by cricket fans worldwide.

In a now heavily criticized post, Punjab Kings shared a match schedule poster for an upcoming India vs Pakistan clash but **intentionally removed Pakistan’s logo**, while keeping India’s logo intact. The opposing team’s spot was left blank — a move perceived as politically motivated and against the spirit of the game.

The act sparked **widespread outrage** across social media platforms, with cricket fans from around the world condemning the gesture. Many accused the franchise of undermining the core values of sportsmanship and mutual respect in international cricket.

Game 2️⃣ for the defending champions. Let's goooo 💪#AsiaCup2025 #INDv pic.twitter.com/BgeoRfJjMo

— Punjab Kings (@PunjabKingsIPL) September 11, 2025

Facing intense backlash and pressure, Punjab Kings responded by **disabling the comments section** on the controversial post, but by then the damage was already done.

Cricket enthusiasts and analysts have called the move “disgraceful” and a **violation of the spirit of cricket**, arguing that such actions only deepen divisions and tarnish the image of the sport.