Ahmedabad (Gujarat), India — March 25 (ANI):: Punjab Kings (PBKS) put up an impressive total of 243/5 against Gujarat Titans. GT ) in the IPL (Indian Premier League)( IPL ) match on Tuesday, thanks to an incredible undefeated 97 runs from only 42 deliveries by the captain. Shreyas Iyer .

Following their victory in the coin toss, Gujarat chose to begin by bowling. As for Punjab’s newcomer, Priyansh Arya provided them with a rapid boost, enabling the team to achieve 50 runs in only 4.3 overs. Arya executed an explosive knock of 47 from 23 deliveries, striking seven boundaries and two sixes prior to being dismissed by the seasoned Rashid Khan, resulting in PBKS reaching 79 for 2.

Afghanistan’s all-rounder Azmatullah Omarzai made an instant impression, hitting a six right away against his countryman Rashid Khan with the first ball he faced. Nevertheless, his time at bat did not last long; he was bowled out for just 16 runs from 15 deliveries by Sai Kishore. Sai Kishore then quickly followed up by dismissing Glenn Maxwell for a duck on the subsequent delivery.

Marcus Stoinis subsequently came out to bat alongside Iyer, and they formed a vital 57-run partnership before Sai Kishore took his third wicket by dismissing Stoinis for 20 runs.

In 17.4 overs, Punjab achieved the milestone of 200 runs, thanks to the quickening pace set by Iyer and Shashank Singh near the conclusion. This dynamic duo added an impressive 81 runs together, which helped PBKS amass a significant score. Despite remaining not out at 97, Iyer was supported splendidly as Shashank unleashed his aggressive side, tallying 44 from only 16 balls. He concluded the game impressively by taking on Mohammad Siraj during the last over.

In Gujarat’s performance, Sai Kishore excelled as a bowler, claiming three wickets, whereas Rashid Khan and Kagiso Rabada managed to take one wicket apiece. Nonetheless, all GT The bowlers had a challenging time facing off against Punjab's powerful batting.

The Gujarat Titans now have to achieve a challenging target of 244 runs to ensure they win their first match of the season.

Brief score: Punjab Kings 243/5 ( Shreyas Iyer 97*, Priyansh Arya 47; Sai Kishore 3/30) versus Gujarat Titans (ANI)