Prabhsimran Hits Xavier Bartlett: During the match of IPL 2026 between Punjab Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), Punjab Kings started their innings they were batting first with dominance as their fast bowling unit appeared to be very quick from the time they started, highlighted by Xavier Bartlett, who had an incredible over.
A Bizarre Moment: Prabhsimran’s Throw Hits Bartlett
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A strange incident took place while Prabhsimran was attempting to throw to wicketkeeper Finn Allen who was trying to scoop off his type but failed to make contact when he tried and then was connecting, which resulted in the delivery coming toward him (Allen) from the opposite end.
Prabhsimran was trying for a run out by throwing the ball at the stumps, but hit Bartlett who was in front of the stumps instead. Although this didn’t pose any danger, it did create a humorous moment and tension during the important PBKS vs KKR match.
Bartlett Hits: Finn Allen Goes Down
Bartlett shook off the incident and returned with purpose and intensity. On the fourth ball of the over, Bartlett bowled out Allen, who was struggling to cope with the swing.
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Prabhsimran collected a ball tried to be played impulsively was edged by Allen as he attempted a shot to get to the target in an attacking way. The disciplined outswing bowled by Bartlett proved to be too good for PBKS to claim their first wicket.
Double Blow: Cameron Green Departs
A second wicket fell for KKR when Cameron Green entered the crease under pressure. Despite opening his innings confidently with a boundary, he found himself out very quickly.
Bartlett made it worse for KKR on the final delivery of the over as Green, playing against his body, was caught by the wicket-keeper for another clean bowled delivery. In just an over, Bartlett decimated KKR’s batting line-up.
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PBKS vs KKR Key Over
The crucial over proved to be instrumental in changing the course of the game in favor of Punjab. Not only did Bartlett put immense pressure on KKR by dismissing the two overseas batters but he also dominated their innings.
With perfect swing and accuracy, the bowling of Bartlett in this particular over will be remembered as one of the most pivotal moments of this PBKS vs KKR clash.
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