'Covering my ears with...': Shreyas Iyer left 'gobsmacked, dumbstruck' on being picked by PBKS for INR 26.75 crore
2 months, 1 week ago

'Covering my ears with...': Shreyas Iyer left 'gobsmacked, dumbstruck' on being picked by PBKS for INR 26.75 crore

Hindustan Times  

It has been made official. The right-handed batter who led Kolkata Knight Riders to their third title win in 2024 was picked up by Punjab for a whopping price of INR 26.75 crore. Shreyas Iyer says he was “gobsmacked” when Punjab Kings picked him up for INR 26.75 crore in the IPL mega auction. So once crossed a certain point, I was covering my ears with cotton, and I just didn't want to stay in front of the TV," Shreyas Iyer told ESPNCricinfo. Shreyas Iyer said he wants to play the anchor role for Punjab Kings heading into the new IPL season.

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Shreyas Iyer's Blistering 97* Helps PBKS Rewrite History Books At Narendra Modi Stadium
7 hours, 6 minutes ago

Shreyas Iyer's Blistering 97* Helps PBKS Rewrite History Books At Narendra Modi Stadium

ABP News  

GT Vs PBKS: Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer produces one of his finest knocks ever, as the Indian batter is enjoying arguably the best phase of his career. READ HERE: Rashid Khan Becomes 3rd Fastest Bowler To 150 IPL Wickets, Surpasses THIS Indian Legend The right-handed batter scored an unbeaten 97 off 42 balls against Gujarat Titans in Match 5 …

Shreyas Iyer Heaps Praise On Head-Coach Ricky Ponting Ahead Of IPL 2025
5 days, 13 hours ago

Shreyas Iyer Heaps Praise On Head-Coach Ricky Ponting Ahead Of IPL 2025

ABP News  

IPL 2025: Indian cricketer Shreyas Iyer has heaped praise on Ricky Ponting, by stating that the Australian legend's backing he received back in the days helped him gain a confidence boost. Iyer, who recently won the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, told media that Ricky Ponting made him feel like a 'great player', and that, he supports everyone. if Shreyas is …

IPL 2025: Batting positions of KL Rahul and Shreyas Iyer revealed ahead of new season
6 days, 17 hours ago

IPL 2025: Batting positions of KL Rahul and Shreyas Iyer revealed ahead of new season

Firstpost  

With IPL 2025 approaching, the batting roles of KL Rahul and Shreyas Iyer have been confirmed. The batting positions for Indian middle-order stalwarts, Shreyas Iyer and KL Rahul, have been confirmed days ahead of the start of the Indian Premier League’s 2025 season. KL Rahul was purchased by Delhi Capitals for Rs 14 crore while Punjab Kings spent Rs 26.75 …

IPL: Ponting happy with PBKS depth; Shreyas to bat at No.3
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6 days, 23 hours ago

IPL: Ponting happy with PBKS depth; Shreyas to bat at No.3

Hindustan Times  

Chandigarh: Sixteen captains in 17 IPL seasons. Punjab Kings have a new coach in Ricky Ponting and a new skipper in Shreyas Iyer Punjab Kings will hope this will be the year of resurgence. Young left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh, the 2017 top bowler for PBKS whose calmness stood out in the 2024 T20 World Cup final win, has only got …

IPL 2025: PBKS skipper Shreyas Iyer aiming to 'mark' himself at No.3 in T20s
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6 days, 23 hours ago

IPL 2025: PBKS skipper Shreyas Iyer aiming to 'mark' himself at No.3 in T20s

India Today  

Punjab Kings skipper Shreyas Iyer wants to mark himself in T20s at the No.3 spot as he starts a new journey in IPL 2025. Shreyas is in a new franchise after leading Kolkata Knight Riders to the title last season after Punjab shelled out 26.75 crore rupees for him. Speaking at a pre-tournament press conference, Shreyas stated that he wants …

Shreyas Iyer reveals his batting position for IPL 2025
1 week ago

Shreyas Iyer reveals his batting position for IPL 2025

India TV News  

Shreyas Iyer reveals his batting position for IPL 2025 Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer revealed that he will be batting at number three in the upcoming edition of the Indian Premier League. Newly-appointed Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer revealed his batting position for IPL 2025. The current IPL-winning captain revealed that he will bat batting at number three as he …

Shreyas Iyer on PBKS’ mindset ahead of IPL 2025: “Our goal is to win trophy”
1 week ago

Shreyas Iyer on PBKS’ mindset ahead of IPL 2025: “Our goal is to win trophy”

The Hindu  

With the 18th edition of the Indian Premier League around the corner, Punjab Kings addressed the media at the season-launch press conference on Tuesday. Head Coach Ricky Ponting, Captain Shreyas Iyer and CEO Satish Menon, delved deeper into the team’s plans and targets. READ: IPL 2025: Samson joins Rajasthan Royals practice session after recovering from finger injury Shreyas also expressed …

Ricky Ponting reveals 'desperate' reason for linking up with Shreyas Iyer again: 'At Delhi Capitals we...'
1 week ago

Ricky Ponting reveals 'desperate' reason for linking up with Shreyas Iyer again: 'At Delhi Capitals we...'

Hindustan Times  

Punjab Kings made a couple of big splashes in the months between the 2024 and 2025 seasons of the Indian Premier League. They first signed Australia legend and renowned T20 coach Ricky Ponting as their head coach. This reunited Iyer, who has been captain of the Kings, with Ponting; the pair had worked together with the Delhi Capitals earlier. Shreyas …

Ricky Ponting, Shreyas Iyer elated with PBKS' 'youth and experience' ahead of IPL 2025
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1 week ago

Ricky Ponting, Shreyas Iyer elated with PBKS' 'youth and experience' ahead of IPL 2025

India TV News  

Ricky Ponting, Shreyas Iyer elated with PBKS' 'youth and experience' ahead of IPL 2025 PBKS head coach Ricky Ponting and captain Shreyas Iyer analyse the squad ahead of the 2025 edition of the Indian Premier League. It was only recently when the team started their camp for the 2025 season but head coach Ricky Ponting and captain Shreyas joined the …

Iyer wants to "mark" himself at number three this IPL
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Iyer wants to "mark" himself at number three this IPL

Hindustan Times  

Chandigarh, Having performed the role of a "silent hero" at number four in the title-winning Champions Trophy campaign, Shreyas Iyer wants to make a big impact at number three position in this Indian Premier League season. Iyer wants to "mark" himself at number three this IPL Iyer is not part of India's T20 set up but a productive debut season …

Shreyas Iyer reveals his preferred batting position ahead of IPL
1 week ago

Shreyas Iyer reveals his preferred batting position ahead of IPL

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: He fought perceptions about a so-called technical shortcoming, was "typecast", and had his contract torn up within months of being a World Cup hero but Shreyas Iyer was indefatigable through it all, trusting his sincerity and uncomplicated mind to steer him through. The 30-year-old has built himself into one of India's most consistent number four batters in recent …

IPL 2025: Ricky Ponting and Shreyas Iyer reunite to unveil Project Punjab vision
1 week ago

IPL 2025: Ricky Ponting and Shreyas Iyer reunite to unveil Project Punjab vision

India Today  

"The future is here," said Punjab Kings CEO Satish Menon, gesturing towards coach Ricky Ponting and captain Shreyas Iyer as they addressed a pre-tournament press conference in Chandigarh on Tuesday, just days before the IPL 2025 opener on March 22. It is an opportunity," Shreyas Iyer said when asked if the unimpressive history of the Punjab Kings adds to the …

IPL 2025: Shreyas Iyer eyes glory with Punjab Kings, excited for Ponting reunion
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1 week ago

IPL 2025: Shreyas Iyer eyes glory with Punjab Kings, excited for Ponting reunion

India Today  

Shreyas Iyer has set his sights on making history in IPL 2025. After leading Kolkata Knight Riders to their first title in a decade in 2024, the Mumbai batter has embraced a fresh challenge with Punjab Kings, one of the perennial underachievers in the Indian Premier League. Speaking to the press ahead of IPL 2025, Shreyas Iyer explained what sets …

Shreyas Iyer feels No.4 is where 'he belongs,' claims he was 'typecast'
1 week ago

Shreyas Iyer feels No.4 is where 'he belongs,' claims he was 'typecast'

India Today  

India's Shreyas Iyer has claimed that he belongs in the No.4 position in the ODI team and feels he can flourish at the spot. Shreyas was one of India's stars in India's recent Champions Trophy triumph in Dubai as he was the highest run-getter for the team in the tournament and scored 243 runs. Speaking to PTI in an exclusive …

IPL 2025 PBKS preview: Project Punjab looks for lift off under Shreyas-Ponting
1 week, 3 days ago

IPL 2025 PBKS preview: Project Punjab looks for lift off under Shreyas-Ponting

India Today  

For Punjab Kings, they have always been a team that has failed to impress in the IPL. Punjab Kings: IPL 2025 Full squad Shreyas Iyer, Yuzvendra Chahal, Arshdeep Singh, Marcus Stoinis, Nehal Wadhera, Glenn Maxwell, Vyshak Vijaykumar, Yash Thakur, Harpreet Brar, Vishnu Vinod, Marco Jansen, Lockie Ferguson, Josh Inglis, Xavier Bartlett, Kuldeep Sen, Pyla Avinash, Suryansh Shedge, Musheer Khan, Harnoor …

Shreyas Iyer's fans lash out at Gautam Gambhir after batter's comments on lack of IPL recognition: 'Shreyas felt unwanted'
1 week, 6 days ago

Shreyas Iyer's fans lash out at Gautam Gambhir after batter's comments on lack of IPL recognition: 'Shreyas felt unwanted'

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Shreyas Iyer’s fans took to social media to criticise India’s head coach, Gautam Gambhir, after the batter’s remarks that he didn’t get recognition for leading KKR to IPL 2024 title win. Shreyas Iyer’s fans have launched an attack against Indian cricket team head coach Gautam Gambhir after the current India batter claimed that he “didn’t get the recognition” for leading …

Shreyas Iyer's Raw Emotion: Talks About 'Recognition' After Champions Trophy
2 weeks ago

Shreyas Iyer's Raw Emotion: Talks About 'Recognition' After Champions Trophy

ABP News  

Shreyas Iyer, a key figure in India's Champions Trophy 2025 triumph, has opened up about his mixed emotions despite recent success. I asked myself all these questions, prepared a routine, and started focussing on my training and the skills I added side by side," Shreyas Iyer told Times of India. I think sometimes it gets unnoticed but extremely satisfied with …

Shreyas Iyer ready to be India's X-factor in Champions Trophy final vs New Zealand
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Shreyas Iyer ready to be India's X-factor in Champions Trophy final vs New Zealand

India Today  

By Siddharth Viswanathan India versus New Zealand in the final of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. If you look at the sequence of runs that Shreyas Iyer has managed in his ODI career against New Zealand, that's also impressive. And if you look at his record versus New Zealand in ICC events, the Mumbai batter has scored 217 runs at …

Shreyas Iyer's importance in middle-order outlined by ex-IND no 4 batter: ‘We don’t talk about him enough’
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3 weeks, 1 day ago

Shreyas Iyer's importance in middle-order outlined by ex-IND no 4 batter: ‘We don’t talk about him enough’

Hindustan Times  

Shreyas Iyer has once again become an undroppable part of the ODI setup after a consistent show in recent matches. The stylish batter made his return to the Indian team with England ODIs, and since then, he has managed to breach the 50-run mark on four occasions in six matches. Shreyas held one end when India lost their top order …

Shreyas Iyer on Indian team comeback after whirlwind 1.5 years: It's you vs you
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Shreyas Iyer on Indian team comeback after whirlwind 1.5 years: It's you vs you

India Today  

Shreyas Iyer commented on the mantra that he followed to get back into the Indian team after a whirlwind one and a half years. SEMI-FINAL LINE-UP CONFIRMED Speaking to the broadcasters after India's win over New Zealand, Shreyas said that the last one and a half years taught him how to take responsibility for himself rather than depend on someone …

Shreyas Iyer gifts net bowler Jaskiran a pair of shoes, livens up his day
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3 weeks, 3 days ago

Shreyas Iyer gifts net bowler Jaskiran a pair of shoes, livens up his day

Hindustan Times  

Dubai, It was a special moment for one of the net bowlers Jaskiran Singh at the ICC Cricket Academy here when India top-order batter Shreyas Iyer walked up to him and gifted him a pair of spikes during a Champions Trophy practice session. HT Image Jaskiran, a chartered accountant by profession and an avid cricket lover, was fielding at long-off …

Champions Trophy 2025: Shreyas Iyer reinforces his value as India’s middle-order lynchpin
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Champions Trophy 2025: Shreyas Iyer reinforces his value as India’s middle-order lynchpin

The Hindu  

Six years ago, during the 2019 ODI World Cup, India’s journey ended in the semifinals when it lost to New Zealand. Though he had a middling series in Sri Lanka last year where most batters struggled in the three-match joust, Shreyas roared back with scores of 59, 44, 78, 15, and 56, the most recent. Known for his ability to …

PBKS' Priyansh Arya reveals special message from Suryakumar Yadav after record feat
1 month, 1 week ago

PBKS' Priyansh Arya reveals special message from Suryakumar Yadav after record feat

India Today  

Punjab Kings batter Priyansh Arya revealed the special message he received from India's T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav after his record feat in the Delhi Premier League 2024. Arya joined the likes of Yuvraj Singh and Ravi Shastri as he hit 6 sixes in an over and put on a 286-run stand with Ayush Badoni during the match between South Delhi …

Shreyas Iyer is the best even in God's eye: Harbhajan claims divine intervention played its part after Kohli got injured
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Shreyas Iyer is the best even in God's eye: Harbhajan claims divine intervention played its part after Kohli got injured

Hindustan Times  

India's Shreyas Iyer scored a priceless 59 runs in the first ODI against England, playing a counter-attacking innings and breaking the back of England's bowling lineup comprising Saqib Mahmood, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid, and Brydon Carse. Shreyas Iyer started the ODI series with a bang However, former India spinner Harbhajan Singh believes that divine intervention was at play as Shreyas …

Yashasvi Jaiswal to open India’s batting at Champions Trophy 2025? Shreyas Iyer’s night movie story with embedded clue
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Yashasvi Jaiswal to open India’s batting at Champions Trophy 2025? Shreyas Iyer’s night movie story with embedded clue

Live Mint  

Shreyas Iyer dropped a massive hint on India's plans for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 with his night movie story following the Men in Blue's comfortable win over England in the first ODI in Nagpur on Thursday. The right-hander's comments give a massive hint at India's batting order in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 with the ongoing ODI series being …

Surprised Shreyas Iyer has been out of India team in last few years: Ricky Ponting
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Surprised Shreyas Iyer has been out of India team in last few years: Ricky Ponting

India Today  

Ricky Ponting has said that he was a bit surprised to see Shreyas Iyer find himself out of the Indian team after the batter made his return during the first ODI against England in Nagpur. He had a terrific World Cup back in India where he played beautifully in the middle-order and I actually felt then that he'd almost cemented …

'They're the owners but it's my team': Ricky Ponting on turning Punjab Kings' culture around ahead of IPL 2025
1 month, 3 weeks ago

'They're the owners but it's my team': Ricky Ponting on turning Punjab Kings' culture around ahead of IPL 2025

India TV News  

Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting was named the head coach of the Punjab Kings after his tenure with the Delhi Capitals came to an end last year. Ponting was asked by Mark Howard on his Podcast 'The Howie Games' about choosing to go with Punjab despite having a couple of more offers and the former Australian skipper responded by saying …

Ricky Ponting admits going 'over budget for Shreyas Iyer', reveals team he didn't want PBKS captain to go to
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Ricky Ponting admits going 'over budget for Shreyas Iyer', reveals team he didn't want PBKS captain to go to

India TV News  

Ricky Ponting admits going 'over budget for Shreyas Iyer', reveals team he didn't want PBKS captain to go to IPL-winning captain Shreyas Iyer bagged a Rs 26.75 crore paycheque with the Punjab Kings at the 2025 player auction. Iyer is set to reunite with his ex-Delhi Capitals coach at the Kings and Ponting revealed that they were willing to go …

Self-belief, controlling the controllables, dogged preparation - Suryansh Shedge's Modus Operandi
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Self-belief, controlling the controllables, dogged preparation - Suryansh Shedge's Modus Operandi

India TV News  

"He told my mother, 'Pack his bags from cricket, I'll make him swim for India'" - this was Suryansh Shedge's swimming coach from his Under-14 days asking his mother not to invest their time and money in making him a cricketer not because he wasn't good enough in the sport but he was too good as a swimmer as well. …

'Shreyas Iyer's presence will make it easier in IPL': Suryansh Shedge ready for Punjab Kings exploits
1 month, 3 weeks ago

'Shreyas Iyer's presence will make it easier in IPL': Suryansh Shedge ready for Punjab Kings exploits

Hindustan Times  

November 2024 will always be a special month in young Suryansh Shedge's life. A day after making his T20 debut for Mumbai, Shedge was picked up by Punjab Kings in the Indian Premier League mega auctions. Shreyas Iyer with Suryansh Shedge "If you track the record of Punjab Kings over the past few years, they always invest in new talent. …

IPL: Rishabh Pant takes cheeky dig at Punjab Kings after being named LSG captain
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2 months ago

IPL: Rishabh Pant takes cheeky dig at Punjab Kings after being named LSG captain

India Today  

Wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant made a cheeky remark about Punjab Kings, saying he was scared the former finalists would target him with their deep pockets during the Indian Premier League 2025 auction. Pant was announced as the captain of the Lucknow Super Giants by owner Sanjiv Goenka at a special event on Monday, January 20, for the 2025 season. Pant enjoyed …

Rishabh Pant reveals 'one tension' he had during IPL 2025 auction, states was relieved when Iyer joined PBKS
2 months ago

Rishabh Pant reveals 'one tension' he had during IPL 2025 auction, states was relieved when Iyer joined PBKS

India TV News  

Rishabh Pant was named the Lucknow Super Giants captain on Monday, January 19. During an interaction on Star Sports, Pant was unveiled as captain with LSG owner Sanjiv Goenka also present. Pant has revealed that he was not keen to go to the Punjab team and was relieved when they picked Shreyas Iyer for Rs 26.75 crore. When Shreyas joined …

"Was gobsmacked, did not want to stay in front of TV...": Iyer on massive IPL bid by Punjab Kings
2 months, 1 week ago

"Was gobsmacked, did not want to stay in front of TV...": Iyer on massive IPL bid by Punjab Kings

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai, : Punjab Kings skipper Shreyas Iyer revealed his reaction on the massive amount his franchise splurged on him to secure his services ahead of Indian Premier League 2025 season, saying that he was "gobsmacked" and not expecting to be picked up at such a high price. ": Iyer on massive IPL bid by Punjab Kings Iyer had a memorable …

Shreyas Iyer reveals he was 'gobsmacked' by PBKS' humongous bid in IPL 2025 mega auction
2 months, 1 week ago

Shreyas Iyer reveals he was 'gobsmacked' by PBKS' humongous bid in IPL 2025 mega auction

Firstpost  

Former Kolkata Knight Riders and Delhi Capitals captain Iyer had briefly become the most expensive player in IPL history after getting acquired by Punjab Kings for Rs 26.75 crore in the mega auction in Jeddah. Shreyas Iyer was expected to fetch a big amount in the IPL 2025 mega auction in Jeddah after leading Kolkata Knight Riders to their third …

"Feeling ecstatic": Shreyas Iyer expresses gratitude as new Punjab Kings captain
2 months, 1 week ago

"Feeling ecstatic": Shreyas Iyer expresses gratitude as new Punjab Kings captain

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi, : Shreyas Iyer, the newly appointed captain of Indian Premier League team Punjab Kings, expressed his excitement and gratitude following his appointment. Iyer thanked the fans, team owners, and coaches for placing their trust in him as captain. "Feeling ecstatic": Shreyas Iyer expresses gratitude as new Punjab Kings captain In a video shared by the official X handle …

IPL 2025: Shreyas Iyer named Punjab Kings skipper
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2 months, 1 week ago

IPL 2025: Shreyas Iyer named Punjab Kings skipper

Deccan Chronicle  

Chandigarh: India top-order batter Shreyas Iyer was on Sunday announced skipper of Indian Premier League side Punjab Kings ahead of the new season beginning in March. Iyer will reunite with head coach Ricky Ponting, with whom he shared a successful stint at Delhi Capitals, guiding the team to the 2020 IPL final. The 2024 season has been a memorable one …

IPL 2025: Shreyas Iyer Named Punjab Kings Captain For Indian Premier League Season 18
2 months, 1 week ago

IPL 2025: Shreyas Iyer Named Punjab Kings Captain For Indian Premier League Season 18

ABP News  

Shreyas Iyer has been officially named the captain of Punjab Kings for the Indian Premier League 2025 season. Notably, Shreyas Iyer led Kolkata Knight Riders to their third IPL trophy in the 2024 season but was released by the franchise ahead of the IPL 2025 auction. Iyer is also poised to create history when he leads PBKS in their opening …

IPL 2025: Punjab Kings announce Shreyas Iyer as skipper
2 months, 1 week ago

IPL 2025: Punjab Kings announce Shreyas Iyer as skipper

The Hindu  

India top-order batter Shreyas Iyer, who guided Kolkata Knight Riders to their IPL title triumph in 2024, was named captain of Punjab Kings on Sunday ahead of the upcoming season set to begin in March. Iyer, a proven leader and one of the most sought-after players in the IPL, was roped in by PBKS for a record-breaking Rs 26.75 crore, …

IPL 2025: Shreyas Iyer appointed captain of Punjab Kings, coach Ricky Ponting says ‘he has a great mind’
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2 months, 1 week ago

IPL 2025: Shreyas Iyer appointed captain of Punjab Kings, coach Ricky Ponting says ‘he has a great mind’

Live Mint  

Stylish Indian batter Shreyas Iyer has been appointed the captain of Punjab Kings for the upcoming IPL 2025 season. The announcement of Iyer becoming Punjab Kings skipper was made during the reality show Big Boss where the batter was joined by his teammates Yuzvendra Chahal and Shashank Singh. Shreyas Iyer was quoted by ESPNCricinfo as saying Shreyas Iyer's record as …

Shreyas Iyer sets sight on winning maiden title for Punjab Kings as captain
2 months, 1 week ago

Shreyas Iyer sets sight on winning maiden title for Punjab Kings as captain

India Today  

The newly appointed captain of the Punjab Kings, Shreyas Iyer, has set his sights on winning the maiden title for the franchise after being awarded captaincy for the Indian Premier League 2025. I hope to repay the faith shown by the management to deliver our maiden title,” said Iyer in a statement shared by Punjab Kings on their X handle. …

Shreyas Iyer ready to bat anywhere in ICC Champions Trophy 2025
2 months, 1 week ago

Shreyas Iyer ready to bat anywhere in ICC Champions Trophy 2025

India Today  

India batter Shreyas Iyer is ready to bat at any position in the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Recently, Iyer recalled his World Cup heroics and reminisced the crucial role played by him and KL Rahul in the middle order. Iyer to captain Punjab Kings in IPL 2025 However, Iyer answered his critics in style by leading Kolkata Knight Riders …

IPL 2025: Shreyas Iyer named new captain of Punjab Kings ahead of upcoming season
2 months, 1 week ago

IPL 2025: Shreyas Iyer named new captain of Punjab Kings ahead of upcoming season

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Shreyas Iyer will lead Punjab Kings in the Indian Premier League’s 2025 edition. Shreyas Iyer has been announced as the new skipper of Punjab Kings ahead of the IPL 2025 season. Image credit: Wordswork Shreyas Iyer has been named as the new skipper of Punjab Kings ahead of the Indian Premier League’s 2025 season. Iyer had led Kolkata Knight Riders …

IPL 2025: Shreyas Iyer named Punjab Kings captain
2 months, 1 week ago

IPL 2025: Shreyas Iyer named Punjab Kings captain

The Hindu  

Shreyas Iyer was named captain of Punjab Kings on Sunday ahead of the 2025 season of the Indian Premier League. READ | Afghanistan announces Champions Trophy squad: Hashmatullah Shahidi to lead; Mujeeb Ur Rahman left out Shashank Singh, Yuzvendra Chahal, Shreyas Iyer and Salman Khan at the sets of Bigg Boss 18. | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Shreyas, Yuzvendra Chahal, …

IPL 2025: Shreyas Iyer to lead Punjab Kings as franchise aims to end barren run
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2 months, 1 week ago

IPL 2025: Shreyas Iyer to lead Punjab Kings as franchise aims to end barren run

India Today  

Punjab Kings announced India batter Shreyas Iyer as their captain for the Indian Premier League 2025 on Sunday, January 12. They faced stiff competition from Iyer’s old teams, namely Kolkata Knight Riders and Delhi Capitals as the three franchises got into an intense bidding war to sign the India star. In Punjab, Iyer will work alongside head coach Ricky Ponting, …

Yuzvendra Chahal spotted on Bigg Boss 18 sets with Shreyas Iyer and Shashank Singh
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Yuzvendra Chahal spotted on Bigg Boss 18 sets with Shreyas Iyer and Shashank Singh

India Today  

Indian leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal, who has recently been in the limelight due to his rumored separation from wife Dhanashree Verma, made headlines again with his appearance on the sets of Bigg Boss 18. Chahal was joined by fellow Punjab Kings teammates Shreyas Iyer and Shashank Singh, sparking excitement among fans about their potential participation in the Salman Khan-hosted reality show. …

IPL 2025: Shreyas Iyer "super excited" to be a part of Punjab Kings, recalls 'great camaraderie' with Ricky Ponting
3 months ago

IPL 2025: Shreyas Iyer "super excited" to be a part of Punjab Kings, recalls 'great camaraderie' with Ricky Ponting

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi, : Punjab Kings' costliest acquisition Shreyas Iyer is "super excited" about being a part of the franchise and is hopeful about delivering results from the very first match. IPL 2025: Shreyas Iyer "super excited" to be a part of Punjab Kings, recalls 'great camaraderie' with Ricky Ponting It has been a remarkable year for Punjab Kings' latest acquisition, …

Shreyas Iyer promises to put 'thinking caps on' for Punjab Kings along with Ricky Ponting: 'Brainstorming on...'
3 months ago

Shreyas Iyer promises to put 'thinking caps on' for Punjab Kings along with Ricky Ponting: 'Brainstorming on...'

Hindustan Times  

Right-handed batter Shreyas Iyer was in huge demand in the Indian Premier League mega auction in Jeddah, and he was eventually picked up by Punjab Kings for INR 26.75 crore. Shreyas, who recently led Mumbai to the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy title, will reunite with Ricky Ponting at PBKS. 'Super excited to be part of Punjab Kings' Shreyas Iyer is …

IPL 2025: Shreyas hopes to win league title with PBKS, excited to reunite with Ponting
3 months ago

IPL 2025: Shreyas hopes to win league title with PBKS, excited to reunite with Ponting

India Today  

Shreyas Iyer, likely captain of Punjab Kings, aims to extend his sensational trophy-winning run in 2025 and secure the Indian Premier League 2025 title for the franchise. PBKS acquired Shreyas for a whopping Rs 26.75 crore in the IPL 2025 auction after the batter led Kolkata Knight Riders to their third IPL title in 2024. Ricky Ponting, the newly appointed …

Venkatesh Iyer reveals crucial chat with KKR CEO ahead of ₹23.75 crore bid: ‘Do everything in your power to…’
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Venkatesh Iyer reveals crucial chat with KKR CEO ahead of ₹23.75 crore bid: ‘Do everything in your power to…’

Live Mint  

While Rishabh Pant and Shreyas Iyer had a neck-and-neck fight over who would become the costliest player in IPL history, one player whose price tag surprised everyone was Venkatesh Iyer. The Madhya Pradesh cricketer was sold for a whopping ₹23.75 crore as a bidding war ensued between the Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bengaluru, which was ultimately won by …

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