Shreyas Iyer played a calm and smart knock to help India recover in the 2nd ODI at Adelaide. After two quick wickets left India at 17/2, Iyer kept his cool, rotated the strike, and punished loose balls. He reached a well-made fifty in 67 balls with five fours, building a solid stand with Rohit Sharma that brought the innings back on track.
Match Snapshot (Live Context)
- Match: India vs Australia, 2nd ODI
- Venue: Adelaide Oval
- Toss: Australia opted to bowl
- India: 135/2 in 29.0 overs (CRR 4.66)
India were in trouble early when Xavier Bartlett dismissed Shubman Gill (9) and Virat Kohli (0) in the same over, leaving the visitors at 17/2. Shreyas Iyer walked in under pressure and responded with a smart, risk-free innings—rotating strike, putting away loose balls, and targeting the fifth bowler.
Iyer reached a well-made 50 in 67 balls with five fours, partnering Rohit Sharma to steady the ship. Their stand changed the mood of the innings and kept India in the contest.
Iyer’s Fifty – Quick Facts
- Runs/Balls: 50 (67)
- Fours/Sixes: 5 / 0
- Role: Stabilized after 17/2; positive intent vs spin
- Notable: Part of a long, composed rebuild alongside Rohit
India Mini Scorecard (at 29.0 overs)
| Batter | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rohit Sharma | 73 | 94 | 7 | 2 | 77.66 | Not out |
| Shubman Gill (c) | 9 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 100.00 | c Marsh b Bartlett |
| Virat Kohli | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | lbw b Bartlett |
| Shreyas Iyer | 50 | 67 | 5 | 0 | 74.63 | Not out |
| Extras | 3 | (lb 1, w 2) | ||||
| Total | 135/2 (29.0 ov) | CRR 4.66 |
Fall of Wickets: 17-1 (Gill, 6.1), 17-2 (Kohli, 6.5)
The Partnership That Changed It
Rohit Sharma – Shreyas Iyer (for 3rd wicket)
| Batter | Runs (Balls) |
|---|---|
| Rohit Sharma | 65 (66) |
| Shreyas Iyer | 50 (67) |
| Total | 118 (133) |
Also noted during play: the pair touched 117 off 131 and crossed the 100-run mark with controlled batting, particularly milking the fifth bowler.
How Iyer Built His Innings
- Early Discipline: Respected Hazlewood and Starc; played close to the body.
- Middle-Overs Control: Crisp strokes through cover and mid-wicket; kept singles flowing.
- Spin Strategy: Positive against Adam Zampa and part-timers (Short, Connolly); used depth of crease and straight drives.
Key Over Highlights (Iyer Influence)
- Overs 18–21: India counter-punched; momentum returned.
- Over 27: Iyer nudged, pulled, and kept strike turning as India targeted the fifth bowler.
- Over 28.1: Fifty for Shreyas Iyer (67 balls) — assured, risk-managed batting.
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Australia Bowling (so far)
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Hazlewood | 7.0 | 2 | 22 | 0 | 3.14 |
| Mitchell Starc | 5.0 | 0 | 23 | 0 | 4.60 |
| Xavier Bartlett | 6.0 | 1 | 21 | 2 | 3.50 |
| Mitchell Owen | 2.0 | 0 | 20 | 0 | 10.00 |
| Adam Zampa | 4.0 | 0 | 20 | 0 | 5.00 |
| Cooper Connolly | 3.0 | 0 | 11 | 0 | 3.67 |
| Matthew Short | 2.0 | 0 | 17 | 0 | 8.50 |
Note: Bartlett’s double-strike created the crisis; India’s rebuild has since targeted the fifth bowler’s quota.
Why This Fifty Matters
- Pressure Situation: Came right after a double blow at 17/2.
- Game Management: Balanced caution and scoring; didn’t let dots pile up for long.
- Series Context: With the series at 0–1, Iyer’s calm has set a platform for a competitive total.
Simple Takeaway
Shreyas Iyer’s 50 (67) is a template innings under pressure—neat technique, cool head, and sharp rotation. Paired with Rohit’s presence at the other end, India have turned a poor start into a strong base to push towards a winning score.
