'It Will Not Be Taken Lightly...': Preity Zinta Breaks Silence As Punjab Kings Warn Against 'Fake Stories' & 'Made-Up Narratives' Amid IPL 2026
· Free Press Journal
Punjab Kings co-owner Preity Zinta has strongly reacted to the spread of alleged fake stories surrounding the franchise during the ongoing IPL 2026 season. The controversy erupted after Punjab Kings released a sharply-worded statement warning against misinformation and unverified reports being circulated on social media and certain digital platforms.
According to the report, the franchise initially posted a stern message condemning “fake narratives” targeting both the team and individuals associated with it. The statement emphasized that false reports were damaging the reputation of the franchise and urged fans and media outlets to rely only on official communication channels for authentic updates.
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Criticism, banter, and opinions are part of sport. Fake stories and made-up narratives for cheap engagement are not. We urge everyone to verify facts before spreading misinformation for attention or traction.
— Punjab Kings (@PunjabKingsIPL) May 12, 2026
Preity Zinta also publicly reacted to the issue and reportedly slammed those spreading baseless rumors involving the team. The actor, who has been one of the most visible faces of Punjab Kings since the IPL’s inception, backed the franchise’s stance and called out the growing culture of misinformation surrounding cricket and celebrities on social media.
There’s a difference between criticism & calculated misinformation. Healthy debate around the game is welcome, but the deliberate spread of fake narratives to damage individuals, the team, or the brand should not & will not be taken lightly. I urge everyone including verified… https://t.co/yeqbsTwLBd
— Preity G Zinta (@realpreityzinta) May 12, 2026
However, the situation took another twist when Punjab Kings quietly edited or deleted portions of the original statement shortly after it gained attention online. The revised version reportedly toned down some of the language used earlier, leading to fresh speculation among fans on social media.
A BIG CONTROVERSY STARTED NOW BETWEEN PUNJUB KINGS & SPORTS JOURNALIST
— lndian Sports Netwrk (@IS_Netwrk29) May 13, 2026
- Two journalists reported that and Prabhsimran Singh had allegedly gained around 10 kg in the last few weeks. They also claimed that the players stay up very late playing games, miss practice sessions,… pic.twitter.com/vcYVtyjAUn
The development comes at a crucial stage of IPL 2026, with Punjab Kings still fighting for momentum in the tournament. Amid intense scrutiny and online chatter, the franchise appears determined to control misleading narratives and maintain focus on cricket.