In the post-match dressing room speech, Punjab Kings head coach Ricky Ponting revealed that he asked Shreyas Iyer, the captain, about his plan when Gujarat Titans' impact player Sherfane Rutherford started smashing for runs. It was then Punjab introduced the Karnataka-based fast bowler Vyshak Vijaykumar. However, in a recently viral video, it was seen that Arshdeep Singh was instructing the captain to bring in Vyshak as the impact player, just after Arshdeep cleared Sai Sudarshan. Shreyas Iyer readily accepted the suggestion, and the result was received in their favour only. Most important moment from yesterday's PBKS vs GT match. Thanks to Arshdeep for his quick thinking. pic.twitter.com/zce989XCdL — Bishontherockz (@BishOnTheRockx) March 26, 2025 Amidst the excitement of Shreyas Iyer’s 97, Priyansh Arya’s 47, and Shashank Singh’s 44, one name that deserves recognition is Vyshak. While he couldn’t pick up a wicket, his disciplined bowling played a key role in restricting the run flow. Attempting to keep the ball away from Rutherford, a few deliveries skidded off his hands and resulted in wides. However, his well-executed yorkers kept the Gujarat batters in check, conceding just 28 runs in his three-over spell. Read also: Ruturaj Gaikwad Likely to Lose BCCI Central Contract - Here’s Why Vyshak shone as impact player As per report, it was Harpreet Brar in the initial plans. However, brought in as Punjab’s Impact Player in the 15th over, Vyshak made an immediate impact. He seamlessly executed the team’s death-over strategy, stifling Gujarat’s momentum and shifting the game in Punjab’s favor. Adding to Punjab’s strategic brilliance, Arshdeep Singh played a crucial role in shaping their defensive approach. Observing reverse swing in play, he advised the bowlers to deploy wide yorkers, forcing Gujarat’s batters to target the expansive offside. This calculated plan paid off, as Punjab conceded only 18 runs between the 15th and 17th over, completely halting Gujarat’s chase. While Vyshak’s late-game heroics grabbed attention, Arshdeep’s tactical awareness and leadership were equally instrumental in Punjab’s thrilling victory. His ability to read the conditions and make real-time decisions showcased Punjab Kings’ strategic depth and resilience.