Ricky Ponting's Punjab Kings have secured a top-two spot in the Indian Premier League playoffs, and the Australian coach would be forgiven for conveying a large vote of thanks to compatriot Josh Inglis.
Punjab have yet to taste ultimate IPL glories, and there are still two huge steps to take but the Australian pair could be about to deliver something special.
Inglis, Yorkshire-born but every bit an Australian hero after his achievements in securing that famous victory over England in the Champions Trophy earlier this year, smashed 73 as five-time winners Mumbai Indians were humbled by seven wickets on Monday.