Priyansh Arya, the dynamic opening batter for Punjab Kings (PBKS), lit up the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Chandigarh with a scintillating century against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in match 22 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025
The 24-year-old left-hander made a stunning impact in just his fourth IPL appearance, reaching his maiden half-century in a mere 19 balls before converting it into a sensational hundred off just 39 deliveries. He went on the offensive from the very first over, setting the tone for a powerful PBKS innings.
The match began with PBKS, led by Shreyas Iyer, winning the toss and choosing to bat first. Arya’s aggressive approach gave the hosts a rapid start and left CSK bowlers struggling to find answers. Notably, Arya had already turned heads with a 47-run knock on his debut against Gujarat Titans (GT) earlier in the season.
With his blistering century, Priyansh Arya has etched his name into the IPL record books. He now holds the record for the fastest hundred by an uncapped player and the second-fastest by any Indian in the tournament’s history an extraordinary achievement that highlights his explosive talent. Arya’s fearless approach and clean hitting have turned heads across the cricketing world, signaling the arrival of a potential future star.
In what is shaping up to be a breakthrough season, his record-breaking knock not only showcases his individual brilliance but also underlines his ability to perform on the big stage. From dominating the Delhi Premier League to lighting up the IPL, Arya’s rise has been nothing short of meteoric. With such performances, he’s quickly becoming a player to watch and a vital asset for his team. The stage is set, and Priyansh Arya looks ready to take it by storm.
Who is Priyansh Arya?
Hailing from Delhi, Priyansh Arya made his mark in Indian domestic cricket before earning his IPL debut with Punjab Kings (PBKS). Representing the Delhi team, Arya featured in seven List-A matches and 18 T20s prior to IPL 2025. Though he managed just 77 runs in his List-A outings, he impressed in the shorter format, racking up one century and three half-centuries in T20s.
Priyansh Arya’s rise to fame can be traced back to the inaugural edition of the Delhi Premier League (DPL T20) in 2024, where he produced a performance that captured the attention of cricket fans across the country. Representing the South Delhi Superstarz, Arya delivered one of the most explosive innings in the tournament’s history during a match against the North Delhi Strikers. In a breathtaking display of power-hitting, he smashed six consecutive sixes in a single over—an extraordinary feat that instantly made him a viral sensation.
That was just the beginning. Arya went on to score a sensational 120 runs off only 50 balls in the same match, showcasing his ability to combine aggression with consistency. His knock wasn’t just about individual brilliance—it also featured a record-breaking 286-run partnership with teammate Ayush Badoni. The duo dominated the opposition bowlers, dismantling the North Delhi Strikers with a combination of clean hitting and sharp cricketing awareness.
Throughout the tournament, Arya maintained his red-hot form, finishing as the top run-scorer. He accumulated an impressive 608 runs over the course of the season, underlining his consistency and potential as a future star. His performances in the DPL not only earned him accolades but also put him firmly on the radar of IPL scouts. For many, it was clear that Arya’s talent was ready for the big stage—and the IPL was just around the corner.
His explosive performances didn’t go unnoticed. PBKS talent scouts took note, and during the IPL 2025 mega auction, the franchise secured Arya’s services for a whopping INR 3.80 crores — a massive leap from his base price of INR 30 lakhs making him the most expensive uncapped player of the auction.