Shreyas Iyer has played many memorable ODI innings for India, but his record at the Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium (Niranjan Shah Stadium), Rajkot remains short yet promising. In just two innings, Iyer has scored 55 runs with a solid strike rate of 91.67, showing good control in the middle overs and confidence against Australia’s attack — the opponent he faced on both occasions.
His 48-run knock in 2023 stands out as an innings of quality, intent, and maturity, proving why he remains one of India’s most reliable No. 4 batters in ODIs.
Shreyas Iyer at Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Rajkot – ODI Stats
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Matches | 2 |
| Innings | 2 |
| Runs | 55 |
| Highest Score | 48 |
| Average | 27.50 |
| Strike Rate | 91.67 |
| 50s | 0 |
| 100s | 0 |
| Not Outs | 0 |
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Match-by-Match ODI Performance in Rajkot
| Date | Opponent | Inns | Position | Runs | Balls | Strike Rate | Dismissal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Jan 2020 | Australia | 1st | 4 | 7 | 17 | 41.18 | b Zampa |
| 27 Sep 2023 | Australia | 2nd | 4 | 48 | 43 | 111.63 | b Maxwell |
- Both innings came at No. 4, showing his key role in India’s middle order.
- His 2023 innings of 48 (43) displayed excellent rotation of strike and clean hitting.
- Strike rate of 91.67 reflects natural fluency on Rajkot batting-friendly surface.
- Despite limited chances, Iyer has shown that he can stabilize the innings and accelerate when needed.
- His record shows progression — from a quiet start in 2020 to a confident, attacking knock in 2023.
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Even though Shreyas Iyer has played just two ODI innings at the Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium, his record shows promise. His confident 48-run knock in 2023 highlights his ability to control the middle overs and keep the scoreboard moving. With an average nearing 30 and a healthy strike rate above 90, the Rajkot venue suits his skillset well and future matches here may see him convert these starts into bigger milestones.
