Co-owner of IPL franchise Punjab Kings Preity Zinta revealed on Monday why his team’s jersey is no longer silver. “Punjab should try to get their red and silver jersey back. Still remember that Gilchrist took his only wicket in that one. Best jersey hands down,” one fan wrote on X, responding to a post by Zinta. Responding to the comment, the Punjab Kings (PBKS) owner revealed that last year’s runner-up was stripped of the silver due to the BCCI directive. Preity Zinta confirmed that the BCCI no longer allows teams to use white, gray or silver in their playing kits.“BCCI banned silver because teams complained they couldn’t see the white ball against silver! I miss silver too,” Zinta said. Punjab Kings, who used to look stylish in red and grey, switched to red and blue in their campaigns, matching the red shirt with blue bottoms. In IPL 2026, PBKS are unbeaten so far and with 6 wins from seven games and one match washout, they are currently at the top of the points table with 13 points.When they compete, Punjab Kings will aim to strengthen their grip on the top of the standings. Rajasthan Royals Tuesday at the Maharaja Yadavendra Singh International Cricket Stadium.On the other hand, RR are fourth with 10 points after five wins from eight games.Ryan Parag, the captain short of runs, will have to lead from the front to challenge the Punjab Kings.In the Shreyas Iyer-Ricky Ponting era that started last year, Punjab Kings have undergone a sensational transformation, turning them into the most consistent and assured unit in the competition, which they have been craving for ages.
