India, March 26 -- Punjab Kings started their IPL 2025 campaign with a thrilling 11-run victory over Gujarat Titans in Match 5 at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad.

In a run-fest, Punjab Kings' skipper Shreyas Iyer led from the front, smashing an unbeaten 97 off 42-his highest IPL score-to propel his side to a formidable 243/5. Debutant Priyansh Arya (47 off 23) and Shashank Singh (44 off 16) provided the perfect support.

Put in to bat first, a rejuvenated Punjab Kings signaled intent from the outset. Regular opener Prabhsimran Singh joined forces with the young Priyansh Arya, who wasted no time in expressing himself. While Kagiso Rabada removed Prabhsimran early, Priyansh remained unfazed, unleashing an array of exquisite strokes. ...