Priyansh Arya — 424 runs in 14 games, averaging a solid 30, with a strike rate flirting around 184! In his debut IPL season, that’s phenomenal!
Among uncapped batters this IPL, he’s second only to his opening partner Prabhsimran Singh in terms of runs. And out of all the top run-scorers this season, only Nicholas Pooran and Abhishek Sharma have a better strike rate than him on the list.
Those numbers alone scream one thing: this guy is a powerhouse in the making.
But Priyansh’s journey this season hasn’t been all smooth sailing. In fact, he faced serious questions after three consecutive single-digit scores in the games before the Mumbai clash.
But this is what you get with high-risk, high-reward cricket. When it lands, you’re a hero. When it doesn’t, well, you risk looking a bit of a fool.
Yet, when Punjab Kings needed him most, against MI, Priyansh showed why he’s so special. After Prabhsimran fell to Jasprit Bumrah, the pressure could have broken many, but not him.
Alongside Josh Inglis, he built a stunning 100-plus partnership that turned the game on its head and left Mumbai reeling. His 62 off 35 balls was a statement of intent. Remember that pull shot off Jasprit Bumrah that went for a six, this guy’s fearless!
Sure, Inglis took home Player of the Match, but don’t underestimate Priyansh’s impact. His fearless hitting helped PBKS secure a place in Qualifier 1, only the 2nd time in history they’ve finished in top 2.
So yes, maybe he’s not in the top 10 run-scorers overall yet. But with numbers like these, a strike rate that can leave bowlers gasping, Priyansh Arya has announced himself as one of IPL 2025’s breakout stars.
