Shreyas Iyer: From KKR Triumph to PBKS Leadership

By Gurlal Singh

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Posted: December 6, 2024
Last updated: February 11, 2025

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Shreyas Iyer, who recently celebrated his 30th birthday on December 6, has made significant strides in the Indian Premier League (IPL). His career, which began with the Delhi Capitals in 2015, has seen him evolve into one of the key figures in Indian cricket. With his recent move to the Punjab Kings (PBKS) during the IPL 2025 mega auction, Iyer has become the second most expensive player in IPL history, valued at Rs 26.75 crore. He is expected to lead PBKS in the upcoming season, marking a new chapter in his IPL journey.

Iyer’s IPL career began on a high note with the Delhi Capitals, where he scored 439 runs in his debut season. Following a quieter season in 2016, he bounced back in 2017 with a score of 338 runs, earning him his debut for the Indian national team【4:0†Content_Brief.txt】. As a captain, Iyer led the Delhi Capitals to the playoffs in 2019 and then to their first IPL final in 2020.

In 2022, Iyer was picked up by Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) during the mega-auction. Under his leadership, KKR secured their first IPL title in a decade during the 2024 season. His strong leadership capabilities and consistent performance made him a hot commodity during the 2025 mega-auction.

The Punjab Kings, eyeing a title victory, have strategically assembled a robust squad of 23 players, including star names like Yuzvendra Chahal, Glenn Maxwell, and Marcus Stoinis. With Iyer at the helm, PBKS aims to change their fortunes in the coming IPL season. For Iyer, joining PBKS represents not just a lucrative deal but an opportunity to steer another team to glory.

Conclusively, Shreyas Iyer’s journey through various IPL teams marks his growth as a cricketer and leader. His ability to guide teams to success, as seen with Kolkata Knight Riders, is a testament to his strategic thinking and cricketing acumen. As he prepares to lead the Punjab Kings, his transformation from a Delhi Capitals debutant to a seasoned captain in the IPL is remarkable. The cricketing world keenly watches how Iyer’s influence might change the dynamics for Punjab Kings in the next IPL season.