Shreyas Iyer's Selfless Leadership Powers Punjab Kings to IPL 2025 Opener Win

Iyer's unbeaten 97 and tactical decisions, including the use of an impact substitute, led Punjab Kings to a thrilling 11-run victory over Gujarat Titans.

Shreyas Iyer scored an unbeaten 97 off 42 balls, showcasing his dominance with nine sixes and five fours at a strike rate of 230.95.
Iyer prioritized team success over his personal milestone by encouraging Shashank Singh to continue hitting in the final overs, resulting in a decisive 23-run last over.
Debutant Priyansh Arya impressed with a brisk 47 off 23 balls, providing Punjab Kings with a solid start in their innings of 243/5, their second-highest IPL total.
Vijaykumar Vyshak, introduced as an impact substitute, executed critical death overs, conceding just 28 runs in three overs to restrict Gujarat Titans' chase.
Punjab Kings' tactical brilliance under Iyer's captaincy and Ricky Ponting's guidance has positioned them as strong contenders for IPL 2025.