Debut Delight: Priyansh Arya Shines in IPL 2025 Opener

In IPL 2025, Priyansh Arya impressed with a stunning 47 off 23 balls in his debut for Punjab Kings against Gujarat Titans. Aakash Chopra praised his straight drives. PBKS claimed victory by 11 runs, with Shreyas Iyer and Shashank Singh significantly contributing to the win.

In a riveting start to the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, debutant Priyansh Arya showcased his prowess against the Gujarat Titans, delivering an impressive knock of 47 runs off just 23 balls. Former cricketer Aakash Chopra voiced his initial reservations on Jio Hotstar, expressing his surprise at Arya's exceptional performance, particularly his precision with straight drives.

The 24-year-old batsman from Punjab Kings (PBKS) was acquired for a significant INR 3.8 crores after notable performances in domestic cricket. Arya demonstrated his skill early, hitting consecutive boundaries off veteran pacer Mohammed Siraj in just the second over, setting the tone for PBKS's innings.

In a high-scoring thriller, PBKS defended their total of 243/5 with tenacity, restricting Gujarat Titans to 232/5. Key contributions came from Shreyas Iyer, who remained unbeaten at 97, and Shashank Singh's explosive 44 off 16. Their late surge added 77 runs in the final overs, ensuring an electrifying 11-run victory for PBKS. (ANI)

(With inputs from agencies.)