Preity Zinta on Priyansh Arya: ‘A shining example of how actions speak louder than words’ | Cricket News
Punjab Kings co-owner Preity Zinta showered praise on opener Priyansh Arya, who scored a remarkable 39-ball century in an IPL match against Chennai Super Kings at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur, marking the fourth-fastest century in IPL history.
The 24-year-old Arya achieved this milestone in just his fourth IPL innings, showcasing his explosive batting prowess on the prestigious T20 franchise league platform.
“Last night was beyond special. We witnessed an explosive game of cricket, the roar of a legend and the birth of a bright Star!” Preity shared on Instagram alongside pictures with Priyansh.
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What impressed you the most about Priyansh Arya’s performance?
“I met 24 year old Priyansh Arya with some of our other young players a couple of days ago. He was quiet, shy & unassuming & did not utter a word throughout the evening.”
“Last night I met him again during the PBKS vs CSK game at the Mullanpur cricket stadium. This time his talent spoke out aloud and his aggressive batting style stunned not just me but all of India, as he etched his name in the record books for a blistering 103 off 42 Balls.”
“You are a shining example of how Actions speak louder than words. Keep smiling and shining and thank you for entertaining not just me but everyone that showed up to see the game… Here’s to many more memorable moments on and off the field. Ting!”
Arya’s journey to the Punjab Kings began at the Sanjay Bhardwaj of the Lal Bahadur Shastri Academy, a residential facility located 20 kilometers from Bhopal railway station, where he trained before joining the IPL 2025 season.
His outstanding performance in the match against Chennai Super Kings has firmly established him as a rising star in Indian cricket, particularly in the IPL circuit.
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