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Playing only his 4th IPL match, Priyansh Arya shocked everyone with a 39-ball century against CSK. Here’s how this young star announced himself in style.
A New Star from Delhi: Priyansh Arya
Delhi has produced many great cricketers over the years, and now, Priyansh Arya is the latest name to watch out for. In just his fourth IPL game, he played one of the most fearless innings in the tournament’s history.
From a Golden Duck to a Glorious Comeback
Just a few days ago, Arya was dismissed by Jofra Archer for a golden duck. But instead of letting that affect him, he came back stronger. On April 8, 2025, he played like it never happened — focused only on the ball in front of him.
His attitude? Simple: “See ball, hit ball.”
Smashing Records and Bowlers
Opening for Punjab Kings (PBKS) against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in Mullanpur, Arya played a fearless knock. He scored:
- 103 runs off just 42 balls
- 7 fours and 9 sixes
- A 39-ball century — the 4th fastest in IPL history and fastest by an uncapped Indian player
While the rest of the PBKS top six struggled with scores like 0, 9, 4, 9, and 1 — Arya carried the team on his shoulders.
Confidence Over Caution
Even after PBKS lost early wickets, Arya didn’t slow down. He kept attacking the bowlers, hitting boundaries with ease. Whether it was pace or spin, he handled all types of bowling with simple technique and clean hitting.
Coach Stephen Fleming of CSK admitted that Arya’s aggressive approach made it hard for their bowlers to stick to the plan.
Key Moments in Arya’s Innings
Here are some of the most exciting shots:
- A six over backward point on the first ball he faced.
- A stunning flat-batted six against R Ashwin.
- A pulled six off a full toss from Pathirana, followed by a scoop over midwicket.
- Reaching his century with a four, after hitting back-to-back sixes.
He wasn’t just playing rash shots — they were calculated risks, and his timing was perfect.
The Impact of Arya’s Knock
His knock helped PBKS post a big total of 220. CSK came close, but PBKS won by 18 runs. Arya alone scored 67% of PBKS’s runs while he was at the crease.
Even after the match, Arya stayed humble. In the interview, he said, “The ball was coming nicely. We need to bowl well and take wickets in the powerplay.” Simple words, but from a player with a sharp cricket brain.
What This Means for Indian Cricket
Former India cricketer Wasim Jaffer said he hopes to see Arya in India colors soon — and rightly so. With his fearless mindset, strong base, and quick hands, Arya is the kind of talent India needs in T20s.
Final Thoughts
Priyansh Arya’s innings wasn’t just about big shots. It was about mindset — not letting past failures affect him, trusting his instincts, and staying aggressive.
He proved that you don’t need a long resume or international experience to shine. All you need is belief, bravery, and a bat.
