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4w ago

Shreyas Iyer's Captaincy Debut Sets the Tone with Selfless 97* in Punjab Kings' IPL 2025 Opener

Iyer's decision to prioritize team success over personal milestones and Shashank Singh's explosive finish secure a thrilling win over Gujarat Titans.

Shreyas Iyer in full flow against Gujarat Titans last night
Cricket - Indian Premier League - IPL - Gujarat Titans v Punjab Kings - Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, India - March 25, 2025 Punjab Kings' Shreyas Iyer in action REUTERS/Amit Dave/File Photo
Punjab Kings' captain Shreyas Iyer plays a shot against Gujarat Titans
Hardik Pandya (L) and Shashank Singh at a BCCI event

Overview

  • Shreyas Iyer, in his debut as Punjab Kings captain, scored an unbeaten 97 off 41 balls at a strike rate of 230.95, including nine sixes and five boundaries.
  • Iyer instructed teammate Shashank Singh to focus on hitting boundaries rather than helping him reach his maiden IPL century, showcasing a selfless team-first approach.
  • Shashank Singh's blistering 44 off 16 balls, with five boundaries in the final over, helped Punjab Kings post a massive total of 243/5 in 20 overs.
  • Punjab Kings secured an 11-run victory over Gujarat Titans, starting their IPL 2025 campaign on a high note.
  • Commentators, including Ravi Shastri, praised Iyer's leadership and decision-making, contrasting it with past instances of players prioritizing personal milestones.