Shreyas Iyer led Punjab Kings to a thrilling 11-run victory over Gujarat Titans in their IPL 2025 opener. Iyer's unbeaten 97 and tactical leadership helped Punjab set a massive 243/5. Gujarat's chase fell short despite strong efforts from their batsmen. Iyer’s selfless gameplay and strategic thinking earned him the Player of the Match title. Punjab Kings will next face Lucknow Super Giants on April 1 at the Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow.
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