Indian batter Shreyas Iyer shared his disappointment after falling short of a century in the third ODI against England on Wednesday, February 12, in Ahmedabad. Batting first, Team India put up an impressive total of 356, powered by a brilliant 112 from Shubman Gill.
Iyer contributed significantly as the second-highest scorer, making 78 off 64 balls with eight boundaries and two sixes. Speaking after the match, Iyer expressed his regret over missing out on a hundred.
“Shubman Gill and Virat Kohli laid a great platform and that helped me to excel. I wish I could have got a hundred,” Iyer said (via Cricbuzz).
Despite falling short of a century, Iyer’s innings was vital in India’s commanding 142-run victory, sealing a 3-0 series sweep. Up next, Team India will head to Dubai for the 2025 Champions Trophy.
Shreyas Iyer’s stellar form strengthens India’s prospects for 2025 Champions Trophy
Shreyas Iyer has firmly established himself as India’s No. 4 in ODIs with his consistent performances throughout the series against England. He began with a quickfire 59 off 36 balls in Nagpur, followed it up with a steady 44 off 47 in the second ODI, and capped it off with a crucial 78 in the final match in Ahmedabad.
Finishing as the series’ second-highest run-scorer, Iyer amassed 181 runs in three games at an impressive average of 60.33 and a striking rate of 123.12, including two half-centuries. His form serves as a significant boost for India ahead of the 2025 Champions Trophy.
The No. 4 spot is a key role in the batting lineup, and Iyer’s success there will bolster his confidence heading into the prestigious ICC event. His time in domestic cricket has played a vital role in refining his game, which is now yielding results at the international level.
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