This is How Ness Wadia Celebrated Punjab Kings' Final Entry—Kisses Shreyas Iyer, Video Goes Viral

The IPL 2025 season has delivered yet another dramatic moment—Punjab Kings have stormed into the finals after a long wait of 11 years, and the celebrations that followed were no less memorable. What caught everyone’s attention, however, was the emotional and unexpected gesture from team co-owner Ness Wadia, who kissed captain Shreyas Iyer in celebration after their thrilling win against Mumbai Indians in Qualifier-2.

Why Did Ness Wadia Kiss Shreyas Iyer?

After the match, celebrations erupted in the Punjab Kings dressing room. Amid cheers and chants, Ness Wadia marked the occasion by cutting a celebratory cake and personally feeding a piece to skipper Shreyas Iyer. Overwhelmed with joy, Wadia hugged Iyer and planted a congratulatory kiss on his cheek—a gesture that stunned fans and quickly became viral on social media.

The moment captured fans’ hearts as a symbol of sheer excitement, admiration, and relief after the team’s long-awaited return to the IPL final stage.

Punjab Kings Enter Final After 11 Years

This win is historic for Punjab Kings. The franchise last made it to the final in 2014, where they lost to Kolkata Knight Riders. Since then, Punjab had struggled to perform consistently, often falling short of the playoffs.

This year, under the leadership of Shreyas Iyer, the team has shown a new level of aggression, composure, and unity. The win against Mumbai Indians not only marks their return to the final but also sets the stage for potential redemption after over a decade of waiting.

Iyer’s Thunder After the Rain

The match was held in Ahmedabad and delayed due to rain. But once the clouds cleared, Shreyas Iyer brought a storm of his own. Chasing a daunting total of 204 set by Mumbai Indians, Iyer led from the front with an explosive unbeaten knock of 87 off just 41 balls, smashing 5 fours and 8 sixes.

His finishing touch came in dramatic fashion—a towering six off Ashwini Kumar's delivery sealed the win for Punjab with six balls to spare and five wickets in hand.

Social Media Goes Crazy

The video of Ness Wadia kissing Shreyas Iyer has taken social media by storm. Fans have flooded platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram with mixed reactions—some calling it a sweet moment of team bonding, others amused by the unexpected display of emotion.

Whatever the interpretation, it’s clear that Punjab Kings’ camp is buzzing with confidence and unity—and Shreyas Iyer has become the heart of that resurgence.

Can Punjab Kings Lift Their First IPL Trophy?

As Punjab Kings prepare for their second-ever IPL final, expectations are sky-high. With a captain in top form and a co-owner who clearly believes in his team, Punjab's fans are dreaming of seeing their team lift the IPL trophy for the first time ever.