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Chandigarh: Punjab Kings owner Preity Zinta and the franchise have expressed strong objection to the fake news being spread about the team and players on social media. In a statement issued on Tuesday, May 12, he appealed to the people not to spread rumors about the team without checking the facts.

The team had started this season in a great way. Won six wins in the first seven matches and remained undefeated. The record of chasing the biggest target in IPL history was also broken, but after four consecutive defeats in the last few matches, the team’s position has become weak.

Rumors spreading about players

Recently the team got embroiled in Yuzvendra Chahal’s alleged vaping controversy. Apart from this, negative discussions are going on on social media regarding Prabhsimran Singh’s fitness and weight gain. Some people are also raising questions on the attitude of the players. Amidst this uproar, Preity Zinta and Punjab Kings decided that they will no longer remain silent.

Preity Zinta’s message

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Punjab Kings also issued an official statement saying that criticism is a part of the game, but spreading fabricated stories for cheap popularity is wrong. The franchise appealed to everyone to verify the facts.

Playoff hopes remain intact

Despite poor form, Punjab Kings are still in the race for a place in the playoffs. The team’s next match will be against Mumbai Indians in Dharamshala on 14 May. This statement of Preity Zinta and Punjab Kings is being considered as a clear warning against the misinformation spreading on social media. The team is now focusing on improving its performance on the field as well as protecting its image.