Hayden, who played three seasons with CSK in the IPL, likened Prabhsimran’s power-hitting to a young MS Dhoni’s ability to clear boundaries at will.
Hayden Hails Prabhsimran’s Power Game After Blistering 91 Against LSG
Punjab Kings’ dynamic opener Prabhsimran Singh earned high praise from Australian legend Matthew Hayden after his explosive 91 off 48 balls against Lucknow Super Giants in Dharamsala. The 24-year-old’s consistency this IPL season marks a significant shift from previous campaigns, justifying PBKS’s decision to retain him ahead of the auction — a rare move for an uncapped player.
Hayden, speaking on Star Sports, compared Prabhsimran’s raw power and bat speed to a young MS Dhoni: “Back in 2010, there was a young Dhoni launching balls late in the day. Prabhsimran has that same kind of power and fearlessness.”
Prabhsimran powers PBKS to massive win
Riding on Prabhsimran Singh’s sensational 91, Punjab Kings posted a towering 236/5 after being asked to bat first in Dharamsala. Contributions from Josh Inglis (30 off 14), skipper Shreyas Iyer (45 off 25), and Shashank Singh (33* off 15) ensured a relentless attack throughout the innings. Key partnerships — a 78-run stand between Prabhsimran and Iyer, followed by a 54-run burst with Shashank — proved too much for Lucknow Super Giants, who could only manage 199/7 in response.
Elated after being named Player of the Match, Prabhsimran said, “It’s a very good knock, and the two points matter a lot. I’m happy it came in a winning cause. I was set when I was dropped, and I knew I had to capitalise. Initially, I failed to read the pitch, but once I settled, the goal was clear — get to 200. Thankfully, someone from our unit has stepped up in every game, and that’s helping us win.”
