PBKS IPL 2026 playoff qualification scenarios: Punjab Kings still in control despite worrying slide
Punjab Kings' strong start is faltering with three consecutive losses, raising concerns about their playoff security.
Sloppy fielding and a top-order batting collapse against Sunrisers Hyderabad highlighted recent struggles.
While mathematically still in a good position, the team needs to quickly address these issues to avoid entering the playoffs with a losing momentum.
Punjab remain in control of qualification mathematically.
But unless they quickly clean up the details, they risk entering the playoffs - if they get there - carrying the form of a fading side rather than a genuine contender.
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