Shreyas Iyer’s Blazing Knock Sends Punjab Kings to Historic IPL Final
What a night it was! If you're a cricket fan, you just witnessed one of the most incredible performances in IPL history. Shreyas Iyer—yes, the same man who's been quietly crafting a legacy—stood tall under pressure and led the Punjab Kings to their first IPL final in 11 years. And he didn’t just lead; he commanded the chase with an unbeaten 87 off just 41 balls, lighting up the Narendra Modi Stadium with a masterclass in composure and controlled aggression.
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It wasn’t just a great innings; it was one of those rare moments where talent, leadership, and timing align perfectly. Chasing a daunting 204 in a rain-delayed Qualifier 2 against the five-time champions Mumbai Indians, Iyer was unflappable. Punjab Kings had earlier stumbled in the playoffs against RCB, but this time, they looked reborn—ready for redemption. Iyer came in and took complete control of the situation. It wasn’t just the boundaries or the sixes—though there were plenty of those. It was the way he calculated the chase. You could see him mentally scripting every over.
One of the turning points was the 13th over. Facing Reece Topley, Iyer smacked three consecutive sixes. Each one carried a different message—intent, confidence, and a reminder to Mumbai Indians: the game isn’t over till this man says it is.
His partnership with Nehal Wadhera—an explosive 84-run stand in under eight overs—was the backbone of the chase. Wadhera played his part beautifully with a quickfire 48, but it was Iyer who was the engine driving this chase. Even when wickets fell or the crowd grew nervous, he didn’t flinch. No big celebration for his fifty, no over-the-top antics. Just razor-sharp focus.
Let’s not forget what this means historically. Shreyas Iyer has now captained three different franchises to IPL finals—Delhi Capitals in 2020, Kolkata Knight Riders to a title in 2024, and now the Punjab Kings in 2025. He’s also the first captain to take two teams to consecutive finals. That’s not just consistency; that’s greatness.
And there’s poetic justice too. The same Punjab Kings team that looked down and out after losing to RCB now gets another shot—this time in the final against the very same team. It's a perfect setup: Iyer versus Kohli, Punjab versus Bengaluru, both chasing their maiden title. It doesn't get better than this.
Iyer said it himself after the game: “One match cannot define us.” And he proved that in style. On Tuesday, all eyes will be on him again. Will he complete the fairytale with a title for Punjab Kings? If last night was any indication, don’t bet against him.
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