In a spectacular display of martial arts, Shreyas Iyer the director Mumbaicampaign in Vijay Hazare Trophy 2024-25 it's a century that has left fans and critics alike. Playing against Karnataka in the opening match of the tournament, Iyer's knock was not just a run; was a statement, confirming his claim to be a part of the upcoming games in India.
Shreyas Iyer lights the Vijay Hazare Trophy
The match was held at the Narendra Modi Stadium B Ground in Ahmedabad, where Mumbai faced Karnataka in what was expected to be a high-scoring affair. Mumbai, batting first, excelled in the batting format, posting a total of 382/4 in their 50 overs. Iyer, the front-runner, was the star of the innings, scoring an unbeaten 114 runs in just 55 overs.
Iyer's innings is characterized by his aggressive intent right from the start. He sent the Karnataka bowlers into a frenzy, especially towards the end of his innings, where he raced past the 350-run mark. His century included an incredible string of sixes, showing his ability to dominate the bowling attack. He smashed four fours and six 10s while knocking a whirl.
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A very good year for Iyer
This century marks another feather in Iyer's cap in what has been a very successful 2024 for him. Having already led Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to the IPL title earlier in the year with Mumbai in Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT)Iyer's performance in all genres has been consistent and effective.
Here's how fans responded:
MORE BY SHREYAS IYER. 🙇♂️
– A century in just 51 balls with four fours and nine sixes by Iyer in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. Iyer's top performance at the Narendra Modi Stadium. ⭐ pic.twitter.com/WiwaVLXiQk
– Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) December 21, 2024
CAPTAIN SHREYAS IYER MADNESS IN VIJAY HAZARE TROPHY 🌟
-Captain Shreyas smashed 114* from just 55 balls including four fours and 10 sixes against Karnataka. What a player, good news for Team India in 2025. pic.twitter.com/DfO24W6RvJ
— John. (@CricCrazyJohns) December 21, 2024
Shreyas Iyer in 2024:
– Won IPL Trophy as Captain.
– Passed SMAT as Captain.
– Won Ranji & Irani Cup as well.
– Fifty in IPL 2024 Qualifier 1.
– 6* (3) in IPL 2024 Final.
– Hundreds in Ranji Trophy.
– Hundreds in SMAT.
– Hundreds to Vijay Hazare.– HAPPY YEAR TO SHREYAS IYER. 🌟🙇 pic.twitter.com/Oi5tnMVALq
— Tanuj Singh (@ImTanujSingh) December 21, 2024
Hundred for Shreyas Iyer in Vijay Hazare Trophy opener against Karnataka in Ahmedabad. He has only taken 50 balls and has been very difficult in the small ball. @sportstarweb #VijayHazareTrophy pic.twitter.com/hkbus4R8ck
— Anish Pathiyil (@Anishpathiyil) December 21, 2024
GOOD PLAYERS #ShreyasIyer 🔥
MORE BY SHREYAS IYER 🙇♂️
A 51-year-old with 5 fours and 9 sixes by Iyer in the Vijay Hazare Trophy at the Narendra Modi Stadium. Old fashioned knock! ⭐ pic.twitter.com/hKFm5W0ZDS
— Pradeep Tiwari (@tpradeep113) December 21, 2024
Shreyas Iyer in 2024:
Ranji: 5 inns 452 runs 90 avg 88 SR
SMAT: 8 inns 345 runs 50 avg 189 SR
VHT: 114(55) in 1 inns 207 SRcheck their SRs brev🥶🥶 pic.twitter.com/4oza9GKWQA
– to pray? (@EthanHUNT_41) December 21, 2024
Shreyas Iyer hit 💯 in the Vijay Hazare trophy off just 55 balls. #ShreyasIyer #Punjabaking pic.twitter.com/lBYO786E5t
– Ajay Baghel (@AjayBaghel77072) December 21, 2024
https://twitter.com/PJMishra121110/status/1870392443851694412
TENTH FOR SHREYAS IYER…!!!!!
– A hundred from just 50 balls against Karnataka in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, Mumbai's leading captain is exemplary in all forms.
Good news about Team India in Champions Trophy 🇮🇳#ShreyasIyer #ShahRukhKhan pic.twitter.com/Mng5XSls9f
– Vandana Gaur (@vandanayash2021) December 21, 2024
TENTH FOR SHREYAS IYER…!!!!!
– A hundred from just 50 balls against Karnataka in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, Mumbai's leading captain is exemplary in all forms.
Good news about Team India in Champions Trophy 🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/KDV9W2nV8J
— ꪖꪀडꪖ𝑣 ꪖꪶⅈ ꫝꪖꪀ (@AnsarAlikhan_18) December 21, 2024
Shreyas Iyer Smashed Hundreds in Vijay Hazare Trophy against Karnataka
-Scored 114* from 55 balls
– Hit 10 Sixes & 5 Fours#VijayHazareTrophy pic.twitter.com/Uz1bXbEpsj– Rohit Baliyan (@rohit_balyan) December 21, 2024
Shreyas Iyer…,🔥🔥🔥
Hundred from just 50 balls against Karnataka in Vijay Hazare Trophy…#ShreyasIyer#VijayHazareTrophy pic.twitter.com/5r2sdC5aBV— Mann Kataria (@Mannkataria89) December 21, 2024
IYER SHOW IN VIJAY HAZARE TROPHY..!!! 🔥
Shreyas Iyer leads from the front in the first match of the Vijay Hazare Trophy in Mumbai against Karnataka. He hit a 55-ball 114 including 10 sixes! pic.twitter.com/7fuc3Fwq1S
– Lorris (@lorris03) December 21, 2024
Eye on Champions Trophy 2025
I am ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Towards the end, Iyer's performance in the Vijay Hazare Trophy is noteworthy. His ability to play match-winning knocks under pressure has always been his strength, and this will attract the attention of the Indian selectors who are looking for reliable middle-order batsmen. His ability to put in an innings while also hitting big shows makes him a valuable asset to the Indian team.