GT vs PBKS: Shashank Singh's statement after giving Punjab a thrilling win over Gujarat, said - 'I felt...'

On the strength of the excellent innings of Shashank Singh (61*), Punjab Kings defeated Gujarat Titans by three wickets with one ball remaining in the 17th match of IPL 2024 on Thursday. Shashank Singh got good support from Ashutosh Sharma (31) with the help of which Punjab Kings achieved the target of 200 runs. Shashank Singh gave a big statement after playing an important innings.

New Delhi, Sports Desk. Thanks to the excellent innings of Shashank Singh (61*), Punjab Kings defeated Gujarat Titans by three wickets with 1 ball remaining in the 17th match of IPL 2024 on Thursday. In this thrilling match, Punjab Kings successfully achieved the target of 200 runs against Gujarat.

Shashank Singh scored unbeaten 61 runs with the help of 6 fours and 4 sixes in just 29 balls. He made a quickfire partnership of 43 runs with Ashutosh Sharma (31) and played an important role in Punjab’s thrilling victory. Shashank Singh was adjudged Player of the Match for his brilliant innings.

what did shashank singh say
Still trying to believe. All these things were thought in my mind, but when it became reality, I was very proud of my effort. The coach had said to react according to the ball. The pitch was good and the bounce was also good. 200 runs were scored by both the teams, which means the pitch was excellent.

These guys are legends of the game, but when I went out to bat I thought I was the best. You have experience, but you did not get many opportunities to play matches. Here the team owners and coaching staff encouraged me. I was full of faith.

Shikhar Dhawan praised
Punjab Kings captain Shikhar Dhawan also praised Shashank Singh and Ashutosh Singh and said that both the youngsters handled themselves under pressure and finished the match. Dhawan said, “It was a great match. Very, very close competition. The boys worked. The plan was to get a good start, but I got out early. We lost a few wickets in the beginning.

He further said, “Shashank came and played an excellent innings. When you chase a big goal, the momentum has to be maintained. Shashank Singh showed class. Amazing innings. He was timing the ball brilliantly. He kept his mind calm and showed positive thinking. Ashutosh also came and played brilliantly. Both the boys handled the pressure well.