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[Watch] Shreyas Iyer Turns Rishabh Pant; Brings Out A One-Handed Shot Vs Kiwi Pacer

Sakshi Sharma

Shreyas Iyer's explosive shots (Source:@StarSportsIndia,x.com)Shreyas Iyer's explosive shots (Source:@StarSportsIndia,x.com)

India found themselves in early trouble against New Zealand in their Champions Trophy match at the Dubai International Stadium. Opting to bowl first, the Kiwis made quick inroads, reducing India to a precarious 38/3 in just 11 overs. Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, and Virat Kohli all fell cheaply, leaving the Indian batting line-up under pressure.

Shreyas Iyer's Brilliance Provides A Ray of Hope

In the face of adversity, Shreyas Iyer emerged as a beacon of hope for India. His aggressive stroke play and fearless approach provided much-needed relief. On the 17th over, Iyer took charge, and played three consecutive boundaries. 

The first boundary came off the very first ball of the over when Iyer picked a short ball from W O’Rourke, pulling it with confidence over mid-wicket for a stunning four. A few balls later, he unleashed his signature inside-out stroke, lifting a length ball outside the off-stump over extra cover for another crisp boundary. 

The third four came shortly after as he once again showcased his power with a pull shot that found its way over mid-wicket.

With his immaculate timing and fearless hitting, Shreyas Iyer looked unstoppable. His ability to hit the ball and find gaps in the field helped India recover slightly from the early setbacks. His half-century came up in a flurry of fours, with a display of controlled aggression from the right-handed batter.

New Zealand's Bowlers Maintain Pressure

Despite Iyer's heroics, New Zealand's bowlers kept the pressure on the Indian batting order. Matt Henry was the standout bowler for the Kiwis, dismissing Shubman Gill and Virat Kohli in quick succession. 

As India looked to rebuild their innings, Shreyas Iyer’s explosive hitting has given them a fighting chance. With KL Rahul joining him at the crease, India will rely on a steady partnership to post a competitive total.