Shreyas Iyer’s Maiden IPL Century Powers Punjab Kings To Crucial Win Over Lucknow Super Giants

At the Ekana Stadium in Lucknow, Punjab Kings chased down Lucknow Super Giants’ total of 196/6 in just 18 overs. Iyer’s captain’s knock, supported by Prabhsimran Singh’s fluent 69, ensured PBKS stayed in contention for the IPL 2026 playoffs.

Shreyas Iyer’s Match-Winning Knock

• Iyer scored 101 not out off 51 balls, hitting 11 fours and 5 sixes.
• He arrived at the crease with PBKS struggling at 22/2.
• Built a 140-run partnership with Prabhsimran Singh (69 off 39) to stabilize the chase.
• Finished the game with a six that also brought up his century.

Lucknow Super Giants’ Innings

• LSG posted 196/6 in 20 overs.
• Josh Inglis top-scored with 72 off 44 balls, while Ayush Badoni smashed 43 off 18.
• Yuzvendra Chahal (2/25) and Marco Jansen (2/33) were the pick of PBKS bowlers.

Playoff Implications

• PBKS climbed to fourth place with 15 points from 14 matches.
• Their qualification depends on Rajasthan Royals vs Mumbai Indians and Kolkata Knight Riders vs Delhi Capitals results.
• LSG, with only 8 points from 14 matches, are eliminated and finish bottom of the table.

Cricket Highlights

•⁠  ⁠Shreyas Iyer scored maiden IPL century (101* off 51 balls)

•⁠  ⁠PBKS chased 197 in 18 overs to beat LSG by seven wickets

•⁠  ⁠Prabhsimran Singh contributed 69 runs in a 140-run stand with Iyer

•⁠  ⁠Josh Inglis scored 72, Ayush Badoni hit 43 for LSG

•⁠  ⁠PBKS moved to fourth place with 15 points, keeping playoff hopes alive

•⁠  ⁠LSG eliminated, finishing last with 4 wins in 14 matches

Sources: Outlook India, ESPNcricinfo, Zee News, Rediff, Mint, Cricbuzz