In a stunning display of batting prowess, Shreyas Iyer He drove Mumbaicampaign in Vijay Hazare Trophy 2024-25 With a century that left fans and critics alike in awe. Playing against Karnataka In the opening match of the tournament, Eyre's knock wasn't just about running; It was a statement strengthening his claim for a place in India's upcoming ODIs.
Shreyas Iyer lights Vijay Hazare's trophy
The match was played at the Narendra Modi B Ground in Ahmedabad, with Mumbai taking on Karnataka in what was expected to be a high-scoring match. Mumbai, batting first, took advantage of the batting-friendly pitch, posting a massive total of 382/4 in their 50 overs. Iyer, leading from the front, was the star of the innings, scoring an unbeaten 114 runs off just 55 deliveries.
Iyer's innings was characterized by his aggressive intentions from the start. He sent Karnataka's bowlers in disdain, especially in the latter part of his innings, as he raced to take the score past the 350-run mark. His century included an impressive series of sixes, showing his ability to control the bowling attack. He smashed 5 fours and 10 sixes during his whirlwind knock.
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A massive year for Ayer
This century represents another feather in Eyre's cap in what has been an excellent year for him in 2024. He has already performed Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) To the IPL title earlier in the year and Mumbai to Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT)Iyer's performances across formats have been consistent and impactful.
Here's how fans reacted:
One Hundred by Shreyas Iyer. ๐โโ๏ธ
– A century in just 51 balls with 5 fours and 9 sixes by Iyer in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. Iyer's classic show at Narendra Modi Stadium. โญ pic.twitter.com/WiwaVLXiQk
– Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) December 21, 2024
Captain Shreyas Iyer is crazy in the Vijay Hazare Trophy ๐
– Captain Shreyas smashed 114* runs off just 55 balls including 5 fours and 10 sixes against Karnataka. What a player, great news for Team India in the 2025 season. pic.twitter.com/DfO24W6RvJ
โJones. (@CricCrazyJohns) December 21, 2024
Shreyas Iyer in 2024:
– He won the IPL trophy as captain.
– He won SMAT as captain.
โ He won the Ranji Trophy and Iran Trophy as well.
โ Fifty in IPL 2024 Qualifiers 1.
– 6*(3) in IPL 2024 final.
– A hundred in Ranji Trophy.
โ One hundred in SMAT.
-Vijay Hazare's hundred.-What a year for Shreyas Iyer. ๐๐ pic.twitter.com/Oi5tnMVALq
– Tanuj Singh (@ImTanujSingh) December 21, 2024
A hundred for Shreyas Iyer in the opening match of the Vijay Hazare Trophy against Karnataka in Ahmedabad. He conceded just 50 balls and was particularly tough against the short ball. @sportstarweb #Vijay Hazare Trophy pic.twitter.com/hkbus4R8ck
– Aneeshpathyil (@anishpathyil) December 21, 2024
Good player #Shreyasir ๐ฅ
One Hundred by Shreyas Iyer ๐โโ๏ธ
A stunning century off 51 balls with 5 fours and 9 sixes by Iyer in the Vijay Hazare Trophy at the Narendra Modi Stadium. Classic hit! โญ pic.twitter.com/hKFm5W0ZDS
– Pradeep Tiwari (@tpradeep113) December 21, 2024
Shreyas Iyer in 2024:
Ranji: 5 innings 452 runs 90 average 88 rs
Features: 8 hostels 345 rounds 50 average 189 riyals
VHT: 114(55) in one hostel 207 SARLook at these SRs brev๐ฅถ๐ฅถ pic.twitter.com/4oza9GKWQA
– Praneeth? (@EthanHUNT_41) December 21, 2024
Shreyas Iyer smashed ๐ฏ in the Vijay Hazare Trophy in just 55 balls #Shreyasir #punjabking pic.twitter.com/lBYO786E5t
– Ajay Baghel (@AjayBaghel77072) December 21, 2024
https://twitter.com/PJMishra121110/status/1870392443851694412
A hundred for Shreyas Iyer…!!!!!
– A hundred off just 50 balls against Karnataka in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, the captain leads Mumbai by example in all formats.
Great news for Team India in the Champions Trophy ๐ฎ๐ณ#Shreyasir #Shah Rukh Khan pic.twitter.com/Mng5XSls9f
โ Vandana Gaur (@vandanayash2021) December 21, 2024
A hundred for Shreyas Iyer…!!!!!
– A hundred off just 50 balls against Karnataka in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, the captain leads Mumbai by example in all formats.
Great news for Team India in the Champions Trophy ๐ฎ๐ณ pic.twitter.com/KDV9W2nV8J
โ ๊ช๊ชเคก๊ช๐ฃ ๊ช๊ชถโ ๊ซ๊ช๊ช (@AnsarAlikhan_18) December 21, 2024
Shreyas Iyer smashed hundreds in the Vijay Hazare Trophy against Karnataka
He scored 114* from 55 balls
-Multiply 10 sixes and 5 fours#Vijay Hazare Trophy pic.twitter.com/Uz1bXbEpsj– Rohit Balyan (@rohit_balyan) December 21, 2024
Shreyas Iyerโฆ,๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ฅ
His hundred off just 50 balls against Karnataka in the Vijay Hazare Trophy…#Shreyasir#Vijay Hazare Trophy pic.twitter.com/5r2sdC5aBVโ Mann Kataria (@mannkataria89) December 21, 2024
Iyer's performance in the Vijay Hazare Trophy..!!! ๐ฅ
Shreyas Iyer leads from the front in Mumbai's first Vijay Hazare Trophy match against Karnataka. He hit a 55-ball 114 including 10 sixes! pic.twitter.com/7fuc3Fwq1S
โ Loris (@lorris03) December 21, 2024
Eye on the 2025 Champions Cup
with ICC Champions Cup 2025 On the horizon, Iyer's performance in the Vijay Hazare Trophy is crucial. His ability to play match-winning knocks under pressure has always been his forte, and this innings is sure to catch the eye of Indian selectors looking for reliable middle-order batsmen. His knack of anchoring the innings while maintaining a high strike rate makes him an invaluable asset to the Indian team.
