Shreyas Iyer's Explosive 50-Ball Century Rocks Karnataka in Vijay Hazare Trophy

New Delhi: Shreyas Iyer mesmerized the crowd on December 21, 2024, with a spectacular display of batting prowess in the Vijay Hazare Trophy match against Karnataka. The Mumbai batsman showcased his exceptional skills by scoring a remarkable 100 runs off just 50 balls, including five boundaries and an astonishing ten sixes. His aggressive and dominant innings played a key role in Mumbai setting a formidable total of 382 runs for the loss of four wickets. The match, held at the Narendra Modi Stadium B Ground in Ahmedabad, saw Iyer's outstanding performance propel Mumbai towards a convincing victory.

Mumbai faced an early challenge as Angkrish Raghuvanshi was dismissed quickly. However, Ayush Mhatre and Hardik Tamore responded effectively, building a strong partnership that added 141 runs for the second wicket in just 26.4 overs. Mhatre played a vital role with 78 runs before being outed by Praveen Dubey, allowing Iyer to take center stage in the innings.

Shreyas Iyer’s exceptional form is evident throughout this season. In the Ranji Trophy, he scored an impressive 452 runs with an average of 90.40, and in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, he accumulated 345 runs at an explosive strike rate of 188.52. His consistent performances have established him as a critical player for Mumbai and a serious contender for the Indian national team.

After last representing India during the tour of Sri Lanka in August, Iyer is eager to showcase his skills for a chance to be included in the upcoming Champions Trophy. With a career total of 4,336 runs across all formats, including six centuries, his recent achievements in domestic cricket could play a significant role in his international ambitions.