Shreyas Iyer Viral Video: A heartwarming video of Indian batsman Shreyas Iyer is going viral on social media. In the video, Iyer can be seen sitting in a cafe and chatting with someone. During this time, a girl approaches him and asks for an autograph. True to his humble nature, Iyer graciously signed the paper and also took a selfie with the fan. This moment showcases the kind and down-to-earth personality of Shreyas Iyer off the field.
Shreyas Iyer Becomes Punjab Kings Captain for IPL 2025
Shreyas Iyer has recently been appointed as the captain of Punjab Kings for the 2025 IPL season. Before this, Iyer led Kolkata Knight Riders, taking the team to the 2024 IPL title. He made history by becoming the first captain to win the IPL title for Kolkata after Gautam Gambhir.
Speculations and Transition to Punjab Kings
After IPL 2024, there were speculations about Iyer’s future with Kolkata, as the franchise decided not to retain him for the next season. Subsequently, Punjab Kings acquired Iyer in the IPL 2025 auction, bidding a record 26.75 crores.
Shreyas Iyer wrote a note & autograph for his fan and also took a selfie with her❤️🤌🏻
Sweetest & Kindest soul in Indian Team💫pic.twitter.com/kfVgPi70Yt
— Rajiv (@Rajiv1841) January 15, 2025
Iyer’s Successful Leadership Journey
Iyer will now be working with coach Ricky Ponting at Punjab Kings, with whom he had previously collaborated at Delhi Capitals. In the 2020 IPL season, Iyer, as captain, led Delhi Capitals to the final under Ponting’s coaching.
A Milestone in IPL History
The Indian batter becomes the first Indian captain in IPL history to lead three different franchises: Punjab Kings, Delhi Capitals, and Kolkata Knight Riders.
Iyer’s Reaction to Punjab Kings Captaincy
On becoming the captain of Punjab Kings, Iyer expressed, “I am honoured that the team has expressed its trust in me. I am looking forward to working with Coach Ponting again. The team looks strong, with a great mix of capable and proven performers. I hope we will live up to the trust shown by the management and win our first title.”
Shreyas Iyer’s Upcoming Goals and Achievements
Iyer’s eyes are now set on the ODI series against England and the Champions Trophy. The right-handed batsman has a successful record, having led Mumbai to the finals in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. He was also part of the Mumbai team that won the Ranji Trophy and Irani Trophy. Furthermore, he played an unbeaten century against Puducherry in the Vijay Hazare Trophy.