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Shreyas Iyer’s Masterclass Leads PBKS to Thrilling Win Over MI in IPL Clash

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On a sun-baked afternoon in Ahmedabad, Shreyas Iyer delivered a breathtaking performance that did more than just win one game; it sent Punjab Kings (PBKS) into the IPL 2025 final. Spectating fans at the stadium and viewers following the IPL live score witnessed Iyer steer his team to a 207–5 against the formidable Mumbai Indians (MI), who had posted 203–6 thanks to spirited knocks from Suryakumar Yadav and Tilak Varma. The 87-not-out innings by Shreyas Iyer was laced with precision and flair, underscoring why he is the heartbeat of PBKS’s batting lineup.


Prelude: MI’s Formidable Total Thanks to SKY and Tilak

After winning the toss, MI elected to bat first. The Stadium witnessed an explosive first hour:

  • Early Loss, Swift Recovery: MI lost captain Rohit Sharma on the 14th ball. Yet, rather than folding, they accelerated immediately. In the powerplay (overs 1–6), MI amassed 43 runs, led by Jonny Bairstow’s aggression.
  • Suryakumar Yadav (SKY) Explodes: Arriving at the crease after the powerplay, Suryakumar clashed with Yuzvendra Chahal. Known for scoring heavily against spinners, SKY peppered Chahal for 33 runs off 16 deliveries, including two majestic drives down the ground and a swept six that exposed Chahal’s leg-off line. He ended with 44 off 26 balls, breaking AB de Villiers’ record for most runs (717) in a single T20 tournament by a non-opener.
  • Tilak Varma and Naman Dhir’s Impact: Tilak joined SKY at the halfway mark. He swiftly dispatched his second ball for six, reaching 44 off 29 balls at a strike rate of 152. Naman Dhir arrived later and forged a rapid 37 off 18 balls, exploiting Arshdeep Singh’s limited field boundary during the 17th over. At one point, it felt like MI might erupt to 230+.

Despite 50 runs between overs 9–12, PBKS’s bowlers, especially Kyle Jamieson, found a way to stem the flow. Jamieson’s tactics—taking pace off his deliveries and mixing seam positions—kept MI to 203, short of ESPNcricinfo’s predicted 220. Crucially, PBKS struck back by dismissing set batters:

  • Suryakumar Yadav (44 off 26) and Tilak Varma (44 off 29) fell between overs 14 and 15, flattening MI’s momentum.

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Shreyas Iyer’s Unforgettable Chase in PBKS vs MI

Chasing 204 in a knockout semifinal is no small feat, yet Shreyas Iyer treated the pitch like a canvas. When he arrived at the crease late in the powerplay, PBKS still required steady consolidation. From that moment, Iyer never looked flustered. Highlights of his chase include:

  • 61st Run Off Bumrah Yorker: A picture-perfect flick for four reinforced Iyer’s dominance. It punctured the myth of Jasp­rit Bumrah’s invincible yorker—especially when it tails.
  • Hat-Trick of Sixes Against Reece Topley (13th Over): Before the 13th over, PBKS had a 25% chance of winning. Iyer’s trio of sixes doubled that probability to 53%. His calm under pressure allowed PBKS to seize control.
  • Classic Ramps and Steers: A ramp off Hardik Pandya demonstrated how Iyer reads the bowler’s intention before the ball leaves the hand. Later, facing Ashwani Kumar on a free hit, he predicted a wide yorker, shifted across the crease, and smashed a boundary over cover.
  • Precision Against Boult and Bumrah: Iyer’s best work came against MI’s top pace duo. He steered deliveries to the backward point boundary, a shot rarely seen in crunch situations. Each time he found that region, the match tipped in PBKS’s favor.

Iyer reached 87*

By the time Iyer reached 87*, PBKS cruised into uncharted territory. Despite the required run rate soaring to two runs per ball in the death overs, Iyer and his partners displayed resolve:

  • Josh Inglis’s Support Act: Inglis provided fireworks of his own, punishing Bumrah for 20 runs in an over, a moment that cracked the game open.
  • Nehal Wadhera’s Key Contributions: Coming in at No. 5, Wadhera navigated a lucky life on 2 when MI’s Naman Dhir misjudged a catch. Later, on 13, he again escaped on another boundary drop. He capitalized with a straight six off Ashwani Kumar, finishing with 48 off 39.

Behind the scenes, PBKS’s bowlers delivered when needed. They stifled MI’s explosive bursts by changing pace and length:

  • Kyle Jamieson’s Subtle Control: His average of reducing pace every 2.67 deliveries kept MI uneasy.
  • Timely Wickets: Wickets at crucial junctures—such as removing SKY and Tilak—prevented MI from building a total above 220.

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Match Turning Points

While MI began strongly, they never fully regained momentum after the 13th over. The match’s turning points included:

  • Over 13 Collapse: Iyer’s three sixes against Topley shifted the match from slightly favoring MI to a dominant PBKS position.
  • MI’s Bowlers Under Siege: Bumrah and Boult, early stars, conceded easy boundaries in the middle overs. Hardik Pandya, usually MI’s contain bowler, also leaked runs to Iyer’s ramp.
  • PBKS’s Field and Strategy: Mid-game, PBKS shelved the early aggression and allowed MI to score. Late overs brought back pace bowlers who exploited the changing pitch conditions, ultimately restricting MI to 203.

Despite MI’s heroic efforts, including Suryakumar Yadav’s record-breaking run tally, nothing could stem Shreyas Iyer’s relentless batting. For the first time in IPL history, MI failed to defend a total over 200. This seismic result means IPL 2025 will crown a first-time champion—PBKS or Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

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Looking Ahead: The IPL 2025 Final and Beyond

With this victory, PBKS book a date with Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL final. Their newfound confidence and balanced lineup—centered on Shreyas Iyer’s class—make them formidable contenders. In contrast, MI will reflect on missed opportunities and look to regroup next season:

  • PBKS’s Path to Glory: Iyer’s heroics illustrate that having a big-match temperament is invaluable in T20 cricket. Paired with Inglis’s finishing and Wadhera’s grit, PBKS challenge any opponent on their day.
  • MI’s Rebuild: Despite a potent batting lineup, including SKY and Tilak, MI’s bowlers will need to address middle-over leaks if they hope to defend similar totals in future knockout matches.

As fans eagerly await the IPL final, all eyes will stay glued to the PBKS vs MI scorecard, tracking every over bowled by Jamieson or facing every bulldozing shot from Iyer. The Indian Premier League has never been more thrilling.

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