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Iyer's Maiden IPL Century Seals Punjab Victory
24 May
Summary
- Shreyas Iyer scored his first IPL century, leading Punjab Kings to victory.
- PBKS assistant coach praised Iyer's leadership and clutch performance.
- Lucknow Super Giants' captaincy and batting performance are under review.
Shreyas Iyer marked his first Indian Premier League century on May 23, 2026, powering Punjab Kings to a commanding seven-wicket victory against the Lucknow Super Giants. The remarkable innings occurred during the Tata Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 Twenty20 cricket match held at the Ekana Stadium in Lucknow.
PBKS assistant coach Brad Haddin commended Iyer's leadership qualities, emphasizing his ability to perform in critical moments. Haddin noted that the team has focused on improving execution in high-pressure situations, a stark contrast to previous close matches.
In contrast, Lucknow Super Giants faced a difficult evening, with captain Rishabh Pant struggling both with his batting and leadership throughout the season. LSG's Global Director of Cricket, Tom Moody, expressed concerns about the correlation between Pant's captaincy challenges and his batting performance, indicating that significant consideration will be given to the team's future leadership.
The match, played on May 23, 2026, saw Punjab Kings successfully chase down their target, securing a vital win.
