Sat Dec 21 19:01:11 UTC 2024: ## Iyer Blasts Century, Sends Strong Message to Selectors
**Mumbai, India** – Shreyas Iyer announced his return to form with a blistering unbeaten century in the Vijay Hazare Trophy on Saturday. The Mumbai captain smashed 114 runs off just 55 balls against Karnataka, a knock studded with 5 fours and 10 sixes, showcasing a remarkable strike rate of 207.27. His innings helped Mumbai post a formidable 382/4.
Iyer’s performance comes as players vie for selection in the Champions Trophy 2025, beginning their campaign in the national one-day tournament. His explosive batting, particularly after a period on the sidelines and a recent omission from the central contract, sends a clear message to the BCCI selectors.
This impressive display follows Iyer’s successful captaincy in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy T20 tournament, where he scored 345 runs in 8 innings at a strike rate of 188.53, including a century and a half-century.
His recent struggles, including a poor showing on the South Africa tour last year which led to his dropping from the Test team, seem to be a thing of the past. The explosive century serves as a powerful statement of intent, hinting at a potential return to the Indian team.
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