Shreyas Iyer Captaincy Race: Shreyas Iyer’s captaincy has taken center stage after leading Punjab Kings to the IPL 2025 final. His brilliant 87 runs off 41 balls in the Qualifier 2 match was outstanding, enabling Punjab Kings to chase 204 runs and reach the final for the first time in 11 years.
Iyer scored 604 runs this season at a strike rate of 175, showcasing his batting and leadership skills.
With this success, Shreyas Iyer captaincy has become a strong contender for India’s T20 International and Test teams, challenging Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill.
Shreyas Iyer Captaincy Race
Shreyas Iyer captaincy is a hot topic, and experts are saying he cannot be ignored for India’s T20 International and Test squads. An Indian cricket official told The Indian Express that after this IPL, he will be a strong contender for T20 International and Test teams.
Iyer cannot be kept out of the team. He has joined the white-ball captaincy race.
Iyer holds a record of leading three different IPL teams- Delhi Capitals, Kolkata Knight Riders, and Punjab Kings, to finals, which is unmatched.
This is putting pressure on Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill, who are captains in ODIs and Tests.
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Leadership Style and Ahmedabad Dominance
Shreyas Iyer is getting a lot of praise due to his low-key approach and smart leadership style. His ability to handle situations, like guiding Punjab Kings through a high-pressure chase, shows that he is special in captaincy.
He scored 242 runs in three IPL matches in Ahmedabad without being dismissed, with a strike rate exceeding 200.
Former cricketer Robin Uthappa said Iyer will captain India in multiple formats and is a special player. His IPL success has made him a strong force for national leadership.
Challenges and Future Prospects
Despite his IPL heroics, Shreyas Iyer’s captaincy faces some challenges. He is not in India’s Test or T20 International squad for the England tour, which starts on June 20.
Sunil Gavaskar appealed to support Shubman Gill and said Iyer was not even in the Test team.
However, Iyer’s 811 Test runs at an average of 37 and his good form make it very hard to overlook him for the 2025 Champions Trophy. The BCCI should decide on Shreyas Iyer’s captaincy and consider India’s plans.
