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<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nNEW DELHI: Unbeaten in IPL 2026 so far, Punjab Kings have found a winning formula built not just on performances, but on a strong dressing-room culture \u2014 something all-rounder Cooper Connolly<\/a> says is driving their success.Punjab Kings continued their dominant run with a 54-run win over Lucknow Super Giants, powered by Connolly\u2019s 87 off 46 balls and a stunning 182-run stand with Priyansh Arya (93 off 37). The victory kept them firmly on top of the standings, extending their unbeaten streak.But for Connolly, the real difference lies off the field.\u201cWe all have discussions about what works for each other, and we take little things out of each other’s books. We’ve enjoyed sort of taking little notes off each other,\u201d he said, highlighting the team\u2019s collaborative approach.Learning culture driving PBKS\u2019 surge<\/span>Connolly emphasised that the focus within the squad is on constant improvement rather than individual milestones.\u201cWe’re all looking to try and get better, that’s what the game’s about, be the best team there is. We’re looking forward to plenty more notes and messages from each other to get better as a group and a squad, and not my game.\u201dThat shared mindset has translated into consistent performances, with PBKS dropping points only once \u2014 in a rain-affected match \u2014 while winning the rest convincingly.Connolly also reserved special praise for captain Shreyas Iyer<\/a>, crediting his leadership for creating a positive environment.\u201cHe just leads by example, he’s always making his group feel comfortable around him, and he’s always about just trying to get better and encouraging people \u2014 and making sure we do it with a smile on our face.\u201dBig partnership sets the tone<\/span>Reflecting on his match-winning stand, Connolly admitted he was left admiring Arya\u2019s brilliance from the other end.\u201cI was at the other end just in awe a little bit there, because I couldn’t get off strike, but yeah, just enjoying watching him bat,\u201d he said.Connolly added that the team\u2019s approach remains simple \u2014 play positive cricket and capitalise on opportunities.\u201cYou’re just trying to play good cricket shots, put the pressure on the bowling attack, and take advantage of the loose balls, and I think we did that tonight.\u201dEven minor setbacks, like dropped catches, haven\u2019t derailed Punjab\u2019s momentum.\u201cIt\u2019s cricket\u2026 people drop catches. We just look to move forward and put our best foot forward for the next game.\u201dAlso See IPL<\/a> Orange Cap<\/a> Holder and IPL Purple Cap<\/a> Holder<\/div>\n