Fri Feb 07 10:31:35 UTC 2025: ## Last-Minute Call Lands Shreyas Iyer a Record-Breaking Innings
**Nagpur, India** – Shreyas Iyer’s remarkable performance in India’s first ODI against England has captivated cricket fans. After a relaxing movie night, a last-minute call from the captain thrust Iyer into the match, resulting in a record-breaking innings.
Iyer, initially slated for the reserve bench, was enjoying a movie when he received a call from Captain Rohit Sharma informing him of Virat Kohli’s knee injury and his unexpected inclusion in the playing XI. With little time to prepare, Iyer stepped onto the field and delivered a stunning performance.
He smashed 59 runs off just 36 balls, a whirlwind innings filled with boundaries and sixes that left the England bowlers bewildered. This performance has etched Iyer’s name in the record books. He is now the first player in ODI cricket to score over 1000 runs at an average of over 50 and a strike rate exceeding 100 while batting at number four.
“It’s a funny story,” Iyer shared. “I was watching a movie last night, thinking I could extend my night, but then I got a call from the captain saying I might play because Virat has a knee issue. So I quickly went back to my room and got some sleep.”
Iyer’s unexpected entry and exceptional performance highlight the unpredictable nature of the sport and the player’s ability to seize opportunities. His 59-run knock was crucial to India’s success in the match.
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