Ahmedabad: Arshdeep Singh showcased outstanding composure as Punjab Kings efficiently defended 27 runs within the last over to seal an exhilarating 11-run victory over Gujarat Titans in a high-scoring IPL 2025 conflict on the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Tuesday.
The left-arm pacer conceded simply 15 runs within the last over, guaranteeing Punjab Kings held on to their benefit. Regardless of spectacular half-centuries from Jos Buttler and Sai Sudharsan, Gujarat Titans fell brief as Shreyas Iyer’s good 97* guided Punjab to a formidable complete, marking an ideal begin to his tenure on the new franchise.
Iyer leads from the entrance with match-winning knock
Shreyas Iyer was named Participant of the Match for his unbeaten 97, a captain’s knock that set the inspiration for Punjab Kings’ victory. Reflecting on his efficiency, Iyer expressed his elation:
“Ecstatic, to be sincere. Scoring 97 within the first match is all the time the icing on the cake. No higher feeling. It was necessary to adapt early, and that flicked six off Rabada actually shifted the momentum. We knew the dew issue would play a task, however credit score to Shashank for his quickfire 44 off 16-17 balls. Vyshak additionally introduced nice vitality to the group—his strategy is stupendous. And Arshdeep performed a vital function along with his reverse swing on the dying. Earlier than the season, we ready rigorously, and it confirmed right this moment.”*
Arshdeep’s tactical brilliance
Arshdeep Singh, the hero of the ultimate over, credited meticulous planning for his success.
“The plan was easy—make them play within the off-side and bowl as broad as potential. The dew made issues tough, however we executed properly. Credit score to the batters for setting an important complete. There’s no par rating on this format—you simply should preserve going.”
Gill displays on pricey overs
Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill admitted that lapses in key moments value his aspect the sport.
“We had our probabilities in each innings, however we conceded too many runs on the again finish. These three overs within the center, the place we managed simply 18 runs, and the gradual begin within the powerplay proved pricey. Nonetheless, there are many positives to take. The wicket was nice to bat on, and we’ll bounce again stronger.”
Punjab Kings’ victory marks an emphatic begin to their marketing campaign, whereas Gujarat Titans will look to regroup forward of their subsequent fixture.
