Iyer's Stellar Debut Boosts Punjab Kings to Victory

Shreyas Iyer shone in his debut match as captain for Punjab Kings, achieving an unbeaten 97. His stellar performance led the team to a high-scoring win against Gujarat Titans by 11 runs. Iyer's innings included nine sixes and five fours, securing a decisive first match victory.

In a thrilling debut as captain for the Punjab Kings, Shreyas Iyer delivered a spectacular performance, scoring an unbeaten 97 runs. His exceptional display on the pitch helped lead the Kings to a narrow 11-run triumph over the Gujarat Titans in a high-octane Indian Premier League match.

Iyer's explosive innings, featuring nine towering sixes and five boundaries in just 42 balls, was the catalyst for the Kings' impressive total of 243 for five. In response, the Gujarat Titans fell short, managing 232 for five, despite a determined effort from their ranks.

The success of Iyer and his team was further bolstered by strong performances from Shashank Singh, Vijaykumar Vyshak, and Arshdeep Singh. Meanwhile, Gujarat captain Shubman Gill remarked on missed opportunities and costly overs that contributed to their defeat in this nail-biting encounter.

(With inputs from agencies.)