{
  "id": 12589779,
  "title": "Punjab Kings teammate decodes change in Iyer’s hitting technique: ‘When Shreyas came at the start…’",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/07/punjab-kings-teammate-decodes-change-in-iyers-hitting-technique-when",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-07T09:01:58.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Indian Express",
    "slug": "the-indian-express",
    "url": "https://indianexpress.com/article/sports/cricket/punjab-kings-shreyas-iyer-century-ind-vs-wi-10910666/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Punjab Kings teammate Yuzvendra Chahal observed a shift in Shreyas Iyer's batting technique, noting he now accelerates after reaching his half-century. Previously, Iyer used to play the cut, but now comes across the pitch, offering options to the fielders. Chahal explained that when bowling to Iyer, he often had to aim wider, as the batsman would hit him over cover for a six. However, nowadays, Iyer times the ball better, resulting in powerful shots. Former batting legend Sunil Gavaskar also praised Iyer's batting, highlighting his ability to read the bowler's mind and position himself effectively. Iyer's century was instrumental in India's eight-wicket victory over West Indies in a T20 match.",
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  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 3,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Gulf News",
        "title": "Highest ranking for Shreyas Iyer after maiden T20 ton",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/07/highest-ranking-for-shreyas-iyer-after-maiden-t20-ton",
        "published": "2026-10-07T09:33:45.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Times of India",
        "title": "First time in top 10! Shreyas Iyer leaps 18 places in T20I rankings after 43-ball 102*",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/07/first-time-in-top-10-shreyas-iyer-leaps-18-places-in-t20i-rankings",
        "published": "2026-10-07T09:50:44.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}