Shreyas Iyer, who had faced a string of setbacks, showcased a remarkable resurgence in the IND vs AUS 2nd ODI, unleashing a blazing performance and notching up a splendid fifty. His recent struggles stemmed from a lackluster performance in the Asia Cup, plagued by a troublesome back spasm that hindered his progress. However, in the face of adversity, Iyer left no stone unturned as he confronted the Australian team head-on.
In a powerful display of his skills, Iyer achieved his half-century before the upcoming World Cup 2023 with a colossal six. He batted with an impressive strike rate of 170, pummeling six boundaries to amass 105 runs in a mere 90 balls before a rain interruption momentarily halted play. Undeterred, Iyer swiftly resumed his onslaught, hitting two more boundaries, including a massive six, to complete his fifty in just 42 deliveries and a hundred in 88 balls.
Watch the reactions of fans after Shreyas Iyer’s knock:
Shreyas Iyer on fire 🔥
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) September 24, 2023
– Great news for India in the World Cup. pic.twitter.com/hQbTYrGsQm
Welcome back, Shreyas Iyer….!!!
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) September 24, 2023
First fifty in his return after long injury break, vital member at 4 in the World Cup and this is a great confidence boost. pic.twitter.com/Lup060roWT
WHAT A SHOT BY GILL 🔥
— 𝑮𝒂𝒖𝒓𝒂𝒗 𝑹𝒂𝒊 (@IacGaurav) September 24, 2023
– This is crazy batting.#ShubhmanGill
Shreyas Iyer #AUSvsIND #Pakistansquad #BabarAzam #INDvAUS #INDvsAUS #INDvsAUS2023 #ICCWorldCup #ViratKohli𓃵 #RohitSharma𓃵 #बेटी_दिवस #DaughtersDay #AsianGames2023 #Abhiya #RaghavChadha #ParineetiChopra JAWAN… pic.twitter.com/p5D7nG9PK5
Shubman Gill & Shreyas Iyer batting against Australia #INDvAUS #AUSvsIND #CWC23 #ICCWorldCup2023 #Shubmangill #shreyasiyer pic.twitter.com/ltczahOWuw
— Darpan Solanki (@DarpanDHS16) September 24, 2023
Just in case if you're having a bad day here a video of our sixth bowler Kedar Jadhav and middle order batter Shreyas Iyerpic.twitter.com/ootSyBuxar
— Cricket🏏 Lover // ICT Fan Account (@CricCrazyV) September 23, 2023
150-run partnership between Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer. pic.twitter.com/GiYVTb67Mr
— Cricket is Love ❤ (@cricketfan__) September 24, 2023
Shreyas Iyer and Shubman Gill has completed 150 runs partnership in just 107 balls.
— CricketMAN2 (@ImTanujSingh) September 24, 2023
– The Domination of Gill & Shreyas! pic.twitter.com/BcWObtgOtY
Fifty by Shreyas Iyer…!!!
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) September 24, 2023
An excellent half century by Iyer in just 41 balls – what a knock by Iyer. A welcome fifty, much needed one for him. pic.twitter.com/D3XikGVlxb
Shreyas Iyer has incredible numbers at 3 in ODIs. pic.twitter.com/MeEIRoxmEz
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) September 24, 2023
As the World Cup looms closer, Iyer’s return to form assumes paramount importance for Team India. With stalwarts like Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, and Virat Kohli occupying the top order, the onus of bolstering the middle order falls squarely on the Men in Blue.
Injuries had dealt a harsh blow to this Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) batsman. A stress fracture in his back had forced him to sit out the entirety of IPL 2023 and the World Test Championship (WTC) Finals. After undergoing surgery to rectify the issue, Iyer made a remarkable recovery just in time for the Asia Cup. However, another setback struck when a back spasm sidelined him for several crucial matches.
His return to India and the opening game against Australia started on a less-than-ideal note, with an unfortunate runout leaving him with just 3 runs. Nevertheless, Iyer’s determined spirit prevailed as he made a resounding comeback in Indore. Even with Ruturaj Gaikwad’s early dismissal, Iyer continued to dominate the Australian bowlers, showcasing a brilliant batting performance that left fans in awe, while Shubman Gill took a backseat, witnessing Iyer’s batting masterclass.
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