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Shreyas Iyer Breaks Mullanpur Jinx With Blazing 69* in PBKS Chase vs SRH

Punjab Kings skipper Shreyas Iyer ended his poor run at the Mullanpur stadium with a match-winning, unbeaten 69 off 33 balls against Sunrisers Hyderabad. His knock powered PBKS to a successful chase of 220, breaking a home venue jinx. Statistics reveal Iyer has been phenomenal in run-chases since 2024, amassing 555 runs at an average of 138.75. The victory was set up by quick fifties from openers Priyansh Arya and Prabhsimran Singh after SRH posted 219/4.

Key Points: Shreyas Iyer's Stunning Chase Record & Mullanpur Fifty for PBKS

  • Iyer's first Mullanpur fifty breaks venue jinx
  • 69* off 33 balls in successful chase
  • 555 runs at avg 138.75 in chases since 2024
  • PBKS chase 220 vs SRH with 6 wickets in hand
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PBKS skipper Iyer continues stunning run in successful chases, breaks Mullanpur jinx against SRH

PBKS skipper Shreyas Iyer smashes 69* to break home venue jinx vs SRH. Explore his incredible stats in successful IPL run-chases since 2024.

PBKS skipper Iyer continues stunning run in successful chases, breaks Mullanpur jinx against SRH
"In successful IPL run-chases since the 2024 season... Iyer has made 555 runs in 13 innings at a stunning average of 138.75 - CricViz data"

Mullanpur, April 11

Punjab Kings skipper Shreyas Iyer continued his fine form in run chases and finally managed to break the home venue jinx, smashing his first half-century at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur against Sunrisers Hyderabad on Saturday.

Skipper Iyer was at his lethal best as 'Sarpanch Sahab' led side continued their unbeaten run in the 2026 edition of the tournament. After quick fifties from openers Prabhsimran Singh and Priyansh Arya, which laid down a foundation, it was the captain's quickfire 69* in 33 balls, with five fours and five sixes each, that enthralled the home fans.

In successful IPL run-chases since the 2024 season, when he took the reins of Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and led them to their first title in a decade, Iyer has made 555 runs in 13 innings at a stunning average of 138.75 and a brutal strike rate of 171.82, with six fifties to his name.

Previously at Mullanpur, Iyer was failing to score big, having made just 45 runs in six innings at an average of 7.5 and a strike rate of 118.42 at the venue before this knock.

He also continued his fine record against SRH, now having made 636 runs in 20 matches and innings at an average of 42.40 and a strike rate of over 137, with five fifties.

As per CricViz, since IPL 2024, Iyer has been sensational and largely chanceless against spin, having a false shot percentage of only 10 per cent while being attacking against spinners. While playing attacking shots against spinners, he averages 69 and strikes at 195.

Also, as per CricViz, only stalwarts like MS Dhoni (24 times), Gautam Gambhir (14 times) and Virat Kohli (14 times) have finished not out in more successful run chases as a captain in the IPL than Shreyas Iyer (11 times).

This season in three innings, Iyer has made 137 runs at an average of 68.50 and a strike rate of over 187, with two fifties.

Put to bat first by PBKS, SRH scored 219/4, largely powered by a hard-hitting 120-run stand between Abhishek Sharma (74 in 28 balls, with five fours and eight sixes) and Travis Head (38 in 23 balls, with five fours and a six). During the chase, scintillating knocks from Priyansh Arya (57 in 20 balls, with five fours and five sixes), Prabhsimran Singh (51 in 25 balls, with four boundaries and four sixes), and skipper Iyer (69* in 33 balls, with five fours and five sixes) powered PBKS to the target in 18.5 overs with six wickets in hand.

- ANI

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Sarah B
As a neutral fan, this was a fantastic match! SRH put up a huge total, but PBKS chased it down so comfortably. Abhishek Sharma's 74 was brutal, but Iyer's calm finish under pressure was the difference. Great entertainment!
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Ananya R
The stats are mind-blowing! Average of 138.75 in successful chases since 2024? That's not normal batting, that's pure domination. To be mentioned alongside Dhoni, Gambhir, and Kohli for not-out finishes as captain shows his clutch gene. PBKS might finally have their leader.
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Vikram M
While Iyer was brilliant, let's not forget the openers! Prabhsimran and Priyansh gave that explosive start which made the chase look easy. 219 is a huge total, but they made it seem like a par score. Team effort hai boss!
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Karthik V
Respectful criticism: The bowling from both sides, especially in the powerplay, looked a bit ordinary. 219 and then chased in 18.5 overs? Bowlers need to step up, otherwise every match is just a batting highlight reel. Still, fantastic chase by PBKS!
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Priya S
"Sarpanch Sahab" for a reason! He's leading from the front. The way he turned around his personal form at this ground shows great mental strength. After those previous low scores, this innings must feel extra sweet. On to the next one! 💪

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