× Language:

The league

IPL 2026: It was exceptional to see, says PBKS skipper Iyer on Arya-Connolly batting

Image Source: IANS

Advertisement

PBKS’ Dressing Room Six-Hitting Challenge Fueled 254-Run Blitz vs LSG, Reveals Shreyas Iyer

By IANS News April 20, 2026 • 08:43 AM View: 875

Shreyas Iyer revealed that a light-hearted six-hitting contest in the dressing room sparked Punjab Kings’ batting blitz after they hammered Lucknow Super Giants by 54 runs in a high-scoring Indian Premier League 2026 clash on Sunday.

PBKS, who sit atop the points table, produced another batting masterclass, piling up 254/7 — the highest total of the season so far — riding on sensational knocks from Priyansh Arya and Cooper Connolly. The duo stitched together a stunning 182-run stand for the second wicket in just 13.2 overs, leaving the opposition chasing shadows.

TAGS Shreyas Iyer Punjab Kings Lucknow Super Giants Indian Premier League Priyansh Arya Cooper Connolly Skipper Iyer Skipper Iyer

Advertisement

Related Cricket News on The league

Varun Chakaravarthy Becomes Fastest Indian Spinner To Take 200 T20 Wickets

Indian Premier League: Varun Chakaravarthy etched his name in the history books as he became the fastest Indian spinner to reach 200 wickets in T20 cricket on Sunday. ...

By IANS News

6 days ago
IPL 2026: 'A Couple Of Overs Changed The Game,' Says Klaasen After SRH Win Over CSK

Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium: Heinrich Klaasen praised the bowlers for staying calm and composed in pressure situation after Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) pulled off a thrilling 10-run win over Chennai Super ...

By IANS News

6 days ago
IPL 2026: 'Rahul's Technique Helped Him Counter Hazlewood,' Says Finch After DC Beat RCB

Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium: Former Australian cricketer Aaron Finch feels that Delhi Capitals (DC) wicketkeeper batter KL Rahul's technique helped him conquer Josh Hazlewood's challenge in the 26th match of ...

By IANS News

6 days ago
India Hand A Debut To Anushka, Kranti Included As Unchanged SA Elect To Bowl First

Asia Cup Rising Stars: India handed a debut to batting all-rounder Anushka Sharma while bringing in Kranti Gaud into the playing eleven as an unchanged South Africa won the toss ...

By IANS News

6 days ago
IPL 2026: When And Where To Watch GT Vs MI, Know All Details

Indian Premier League: Five time champions Mumbai Indians (MI) will clash with 2022 winners Gujarat Titans (GT) in match number 30 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 to be ...

By IANS News

6 days ago
'Cannot Breach A Contract You Never Received': Muzarabani’s Agency Defends Move To IPL, Challenges PSL Ban

Pakistan Super League: Zimbabwe pacer Blessing Muzarabani's agency has pushed back against the Pakistan Super League (PSL) after the fast bowler was handed a two-year ban from the league, insisting ...

By IANS News

6 days ago
'He Is The Best Player In Premier League': Hargreaves Lauds Bruno Fernandez As Man Utd Close To UCL…

As Manchester United: As Manchester United took a big step towards UEFA Champions League qualification after win over Chelsea, former midfileder Owen Hargreaves has hailed Bruno Fernandes as the architect ...

By IANS News

6 days ago
IPL 2026: Ishan Kishan Praises Young Bowlers After SRH’s 10-Run Win Over CSK

SRH skipper Ishan Kishan hails young bowlers after a thrilling 10-run win over CSK, with Eshan Malinga starring in a successful defense of 194 in IPL 2026. ...

By IANS News

1 week ago
IPL 2026: ‘We Fell Short In Middle Overs,’ Says Gaikwad After CSK’s 10-run Loss To SRH

Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium: Skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad admitted that Chennai Super Kings (CSK) fell short in the middle overs with the bat despite a strong effort with the ball, after ...

By IANS News

1 week ago
Eshan Malinga’s Three-For Helps SRH Beat CSK by 10 Runs in IPL 2026 Thriller

Eshan Malinga shines with 3 wickets as Sunrisers Hyderabad edge Chennai Super Kings by 10 runs, with Abhishek Sharma and Heinrich Klaasen scoring fifties in IPL 2026. ...

By IANS News

1 week ago
IPL 2026: 'Miller’s Experience Made The Difference In The End,' Says Venugopal Rao After DC's Win Over RCB

Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium: Delhi Capitals' Director of Cricket, Venugopal Rao, hailed David Miller’s experience and composure under pressure as the defining factor behind his side's six-wicket win over Royal ...

By IANS News

1 week ago
IPL 2026: Abhishek, Klaasen Fifties Power SRH To 194 Despite CSK Fightback

Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium: Abhishek Sharma and Heinrich Klaasen scored half-centuries as Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) posted 194/9 in 20 overs against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in Match 27 of the ...

By IANS News

1 week ago
Riding On A Dream Run In 2026, Satghare Hopes T20 Mumbai Women's League Unearths 'fearless Youngsters'

T20 Mumbai Women: From going unsold at the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026 auction to winning the trophy this year with Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and then making her debut ...

By IANS News

1 week ago
IPL 2026: Abhishek Sharma Scripts History With Fastest Fifty For SRH

Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium: Indian batter Abhishek Sharma made history with a stunning 15-ball half-century, the fastest ever for Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), during their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 match ...

By IANS News

1 week ago