Punjab Kings https://www.cricketwinner.com Punjab Kings Wed, 27 Aug 2025 09:04:40 GMT https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html https://github.com/jpmonette/feed en Copyright © 2024 Cricket Winner. All Rights Reserved. <![CDATA["It was a turning point..."- Prabhsimran Singh credits two former India internationals for turning around his IPL career]]> https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/it-was-a-turning-point-prabhsimran-singh-credits-two-former-india-internationals-for-turning-around-his-ipl-career/ https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/it-was-a-turning-point-prabhsimran-singh-credits-two-former-india-internationals-for-turning-around-his-ipl-career/ Sat, 23 Aug 2025 15:52:06 GMT

Punjab Kings (PBKS) opener Prabhsimran Singh credited two former cricketers for helping him evolve as a more mature batsman. Singh has been with the Punjab-based franchise since 2019. For the first four seasons, from IPL 2019 to IPL 2022, he got to play only 6 matches. His luck started to shine when Shikhar Dhawan came as the captain in 2023. He assured Singh about regular chances. From then, the emerging keeper-batter started to grow his batting skills at a rapid pace. During a recent conversation, the 25-year-old opener said that it was Shikhar Dhawan who helped him a lot for a possible turnaround. In IPL 2023, Prabhsimran smacked his first IPL century, which was against Delhi Capitals. He concluded the season with an impressive 358 runs at a strike rate of over 150 after playing 14 matches.

In the previous Indian Premier League, as captain, he proved to be an integral part of PBKS at the top of the batting order. In 17 matches, the batter scored 549 runs at an average of 32.49 and a strike rate of 160.52.

"When Shikhar paaji was appointed as the captain two years ago, he gave me the surety that I will play all the games. In the same season, I scored a century. It was a turning point in my career," the PBKS opener said. 

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Yuvraj Singh also played a vital role

Prabhsimran also mentioned how another former India international, Yuvraj Singh, helped him to shape his playing style. Singh and some other well-known Indian talents used to practice under Yuvraj. Those training sessions proved effective for Prabhsimran Singh. 

"Yuvi paji has played a big role in my career. I always talk to him like a brother and not like a player. I, Abhishek, Naman Dhir, and Nehal Wadhera practice with him. We had 10-12 days of camp with him last time around. He knows very well on what exact things we have to work on. On a weekly basis, I get to speak with him. He has supported me a lot," he added. 

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<![CDATA[Shreyas Iyer to leave PBKS for IPL 2026? Know latest developments]]> https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/shreyas-iyer-to-leave-pbks-for-ipl-2026-know-latest-developments/ https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/shreyas-iyer-to-leave-pbks-for-ipl-2026-know-latest-developments/ Thu, 14 Aug 2025 13:26:22 GMT

Instead of showing intentions of cooling down, rumors related to the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) season have become more intense because of Shreyas Iyer's possible future in Punjab Kings (PBKS) for IPL 2026.

There are some claims on social media, claiming that for the star cricketer, multiple IPL franchises have shown interest in acquiring the batter with brilliant leadership qualities. Iyer, who drove PBKS to the final of IPL 2025 and won IPL 2024 with Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) as the captain, got the hype in the last edition of the tournament for valid reasons.

He did his job with precision as a captain and as a batsman as well. Throughout the IPL 2025 journey, Punjab Kings was looking dominant and ready to lift the trophy. But it was Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) who got their maiden IPL title, defeating PBKS in the final. As a batsman, Iyer's stats were beyond expectations. After playing 17 IPL 2025 games, the 30-year-old scored a total of 604 runs, including a highest score of an unbeaten 97, which helped him to maintain an average of 50.33.

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Will he change his team again?

Recent reports further claimed that despite multiple proposals, Iyer has not shown any sign of changing his destination again. He can continue with Punjab Kings for the next season also. The Mumbai-born's exit from Kolkata Knight Riders was sudden. After winning the IPL 2024 silverware, he left the franchise to spin his luck in the mega auction.

Shreyas Iyer was bought by the PBKS for INR 26.75 crore at the IPL 2025 auction, which made him the second-most expensive player in the history of the IPL at the time, behind Rishabh Pant, who was bought by the Lucknow Super Giants for INR 27 crore. Spending over INR 26 crore reflects Kings' trust in the cricketer as a long-term prospect. 

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<![CDATA[Punjab Kings sensation Priyansh Arya picks his list of ideal batters including Virat Kohli]]> https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/punjab-kings-sensation-priyansh-arya-picks-his-list-of-ideal-batters-including-virat-kohli/ https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/punjab-kings-sensation-priyansh-arya-picks-his-list-of-ideal-batters-including-virat-kohli/ Wed, 06 Aug 2025 17:40:22 GMT

The previous season's Indian Premier League (IPL) dragged Priyansh Arya under the spotlight. The batter emerged as one of the most dominating openers of the entire edition's IPL. IPL 2025 bought the young batter the fame he deserved.

Priyansh Arya first grabbed eyeballs when he hit six sixes in an over on his way to 120 off 50 balls in a Delhi Premier League game. IPL franchises were curious about the emerging batsman; the intense battle proved that. Due to some aggressive bidding, Arya, whose base price was INR 30 lakh, sold for INR 3.8 crore. Punjab Kings (PBKS) were eventually able to secure the service of the left-handed batsman.

After the IPL 2025, when focus started to shift again on international matches, players who caught headlines mainly because of IPL heroics slowly went outside the bright spot of the stage. After the final of IPL 2025, the southpaw also went out of cricket fans' discussion. Recently, in an interview, the budding talent revealed his list of ideal players. He categorized his idea batters according to the field zone. He idolized Yuvraj Singh for his power-hitting abilities, Virat Kohli for technique and temperament, Rohit Sharma for off-side game, VVS Laxman for leg side, and Suryakumar Yadav for innovations. 

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Priyansh Arya picks his ideal batter:

Power hitting—Yuvraj Singh.

Technique - Virat Kohli.

Temperament - Virat Kohli.

Offside Game—Rohit Sharma.

Leg-side Game—VVS Laxman.

Innovation - Suryakumar Yadav.

Priyansh Arya's inclusion in the squad proved to be a masterstroke for PBKS. Behind their impressive run in the tournament, the batter, without any doubt, played a pivotal role. He played in 17 IPL 2025 matches and scored a total of 475 runs at an average of 27.94, including his highest individual 103-run innings. 

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<![CDATA[WATCH: Punjab Kings releases OG video of Sarpanch Shreyas Iyer]]> https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/watch-punjab-kings-releases-og-video-of-sarpanch-shreyas-iyer/ https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/watch-punjab-kings-releases-og-video-of-sarpanch-shreyas-iyer/ Wed, 09 Jul 2025 18:40:28 GMT

After a season full of memories, Shreyas Iyer became an inseparable part of Punjab Kings (PBKS). They missed the IPL 2025 title by only a few inches, but the franchise knows the importance of their skipper, who led the team to the title decider clash. On the evening of July 9, 2025 (Wednesday), PBKS released the special video, especially dedicated to their captain. After the IPL 2026 campaign, Iyer is widely labelled as 'Sarpanch,' which means the head or the leader of a group. Even players outside the PBKS setup also called Iyer the Sarpanch.

The video released by Punjab Kings is a tribute for their captain, who was very close to breaking the jinx. Through the video, PBKS tried to reflect some OG moments of the middle-order batter. With multiple candid shots, the short video is looking so realistic that Iyer's fans can easily relate to the player.

Punjab Kings fall short in the IPL 2025 against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). The match was a truly neck-to-neck fight between two consistent teams of the season. RCB, batting first, scored 190 in the first innings of the final. PBKS started the chase extremely well until Phil Salt produced a stunning catch.

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The numbers will speak for the batsman

After breaking the opening pair, Rajat Patidar and his boys gradually took the match under their grip and ultimately left the match victorious. Krunal Pandya got the man of the match award for his effective bowling performance in the grand finale. 

Shreyas joined Punjab Kings for IPL 2025, after winning the IPL 2024 with Kolkata Knight Riders. The star batsman in 17 matches with PBKS in the previous season, he scored a total of 604 runs with an average of 50.33. in the process, his highest scorer was unbeaten 97. 

Watch the video here 

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<![CDATA[Check out list of most valued IPL teams; Know where your favourite team stands]]> https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/check-out-list-of-most-valued-ipl-teams-know-where-your-favourite-team-stands/ https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/check-out-list-of-most-valued-ipl-teams-know-where-your-favourite-team-stands/ Tue, 08 Jul 2025 12:31:26 GMT

The Indian Premier League (IPL) has recorded a huge 12.9% increase in enterprise value to US$18.5 billion in 2025, according to Houlihan Lokey's recent IPL Brand Valuation Study. The standalone brand value of the league also went up by 13.8% to US$3.9 billion, solidifying its status as one of the world's most valuable and impactful sports leagues.

This sustained growth finds expression in commercial success too. The sale of four associate-sponsor places by the BCCI — My11Circle, Angel One, RuPay, and CEAT—amounted to ₹1,485 crore, a 25% rise over the earlier cycle. The Tata Group also extended its title sponsorship of the IPL until 2028 under a US$300 million (₹2,500 crore) deal.

RCB Shoots Up to Number One, CSK Falls to Third

In a wide-scale overhaul of franchise brand values, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) was the top-ranked franchise with a brand value of US$269 million, an increase from US$227 million the previous year. RCB's upsurge came on the back of their record first title victory in 2025, ending a 17-year drought. Leadership change by the team—to appoint Rajat Patidar as captain while holding on to Virat Kohli in a significant batting position—proved to be the turning point in finding a balance between renewal and continuity.

Mumbai Indians went up to the second spot with a brand value of US$242 million. Their stability and strategic realignment, such as Rohit Sharma taking on the new role of an impact player, ensured their brand strength remained intact. Chennai Super Kings (CSK) dropped to third at US$235 million following a poor season, despite the presence of Mahendra Singh Dhoni, who was back as skipper after Ruturaj Gaikwad suffered a mid-season injury.


Punjab Kings (PBKS), the runners-up, had the strongest year-over-year brand growth at 39.6%, fueled by their run to the finals with new captain Shreyas Iyer. Lucknow Super Giants trailed more than 34% growth.

Record-Breaking Viewership and Media Success

IPL 2025 broke viewership records on both digital and television platforms. JioHotstar attracted 1,370 million views in the first weekend, March 22–24, with year-on-year growth of 35%, 340 million peak concurrent users, and 21,860 million minutes watched. Star Sports had 253 million TV views, up 14%, adding up to a total watch time of 49,560 million minutes.

RCB versus PBKS was the most-viewed final in IPL history, with more than 678 million views on JioHotstar—more than even India vs. Pakistan during the ICC Championship this year.

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Expert Views on IPL's Financial Ecosystem

"The IPL continues to raise the bar in sports business. Franchise valuations have gone through the roof, media rights transactions have hit all-time highs, and brand sponsorships have expanded into diversified industries," added Harsh Talikoti, Director at Houlihan Lokey. “The league’s ability to attract global investors and sponsors reflects its status as a premier sports property with enduring appeal. In summary, the IPL represents a high-yield multi-asset class with diversified risks and a catalyst for cricket’s global transformation.”

Talikoti emphasized that IPL’s blueprint—supported by OTT penetration, multi-generational youth audiences, international awareness, and growth through new leagues and franchisees—is molding the future of cricket globally.

Satish Menon, CEO of Punjab Kings, concurred:

“From day one, we saw IPL as more than a cricket league. It was a scalable business model with high visibility, secure revenue streams, and strong brand-building potential. It was a heady mix of sports and entertainment, which eventually had the potential to deliver huge audiences and revenues.”

He added, “We now operate with the mindset of a media-sport brand with multiple revenue verticals, not just a cricket team.
That’s where real profitability lies. Over time, we have built a sustainable sports business that spans multiple leagues, drives platform-level content, attracts global brands, and creates IPs that outlast a season.”

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Franchise Rankings and Outlook

  • RCB – US$269M (1st): Brand and business success topped by 2025 title triumph.
  • MI – US$242M (2nd): Strategic evolution keeps brand relevant.
  • CSK – US$235M (3rd): Transitional season despite Dhoni’s presence.
  • KKR – US$227M (4th): Decline in brand momentum post Shreyas Iyer’s exit.
  • SRH – US$154M (5th): Inconsistency offset a star-studded lineup.
  • DC – US$152M (6th): Stable mid-table brand performance.
  • RR – US$146M (7th): Youth focus boosted fan interest.
  • GT – US$142M (8th): Slight dip post initial success years.
  • PBKS – US$141M (9th): Highest YoY growth with finals appearance.
  • LSG – US$122M (10th): Strong growth following brand-building initiatives.

Houlihan Lokey's Corporate Valuation Advisory Services continues to counsel stakeholders in M&A, tax planning, and financial reporting, with the IPL's growth being a marquee poster child for sports-business synergy.

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<![CDATA[WATCH: Shreyas Iyer gets ‘Clean Bowled’ by his mother in playful living room face-off]]> https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/watch-shreyas-iyer-gets-clean-bowled-by-his-mother-in-playful-living-room-face-off/ https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/watch-shreyas-iyer-gets-clean-bowled-by-his-mother-in-playful-living-room-face-off/ Tue, 01 Jul 2025 12:11:04 GMT

Indian cricketer Shreyas Iyer was hilariously ‘clean bowled’ by his mother during a fun-filled cricket session inside their house. In the now-viral video, Iyer’s mother can be seen bowling from the same spot where the video is being recorded, sending down a delivery that sneaks past her son’s bat and crashes into the stumps. The heartwarming moment between mother and son delighted fans on social media.

Among the many who shared the video was Punjab Kings (PBKS), Iyer’s IPL 2025 franchise. Posting the clip with a witty caption, PBKS wrote, “Only time SARPANCH won't mind getting bowled!
😂♥️.” The ‘Sarpanch’ nickname, lovingly given to Iyer by PBKS fans, was a humorous nod to the usually competitive cricketer taking the dismissal in stride.

From Living Room Laughter to IPL Heroics

The video’s comment section was flooded with appreciation, especially from parents who praised Iyer’s mother’s energy and passion for the game. Fans across platforms came together to revel in the cute moment, with many hailing it as wholesome family bonding and cricket love.

Watch the video here

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Shreyas Iyer had a great IPL 2025 season with PBKS. After being bought for a massive INR 26.75 crore in the mega auction, Iyer had a great season, leading his team to a top-of-the-table position and their first IPL final since 2014. Though PBKS were runners-up against Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Iyer's achievements were noteworthy with 604 runs and a strike rate of 175.07, including six fifties.

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<![CDATA[RJ Mahvash hits back at trolls who claim Yuzvendra Chahal is responsible for her career success.]]> https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/rj-mahvash-hits-back-at-trolls-who-claim-yuzvendra-chahal-is-responsible-for-her-career-success/ https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/rj-mahvash-hits-back-at-trolls-who-claim-yuzvendra-chahal-is-responsible-for-her-career-success/ Sat, 21 Jun 2025 12:30:07 GMT

RJ Mahvash has finally addressed the wave of trolling and ongoing speculation surrounding her career, particularly claims linking her success to cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal. In a video posted on June 20, Mahvash directly responded to online critics by presenting evidence of her longstanding career in the media industry. She made it clear that her achievements predate any association with Chahal, highlighting that she had already established herself well before the dating rumors began.

Speculation around Mahvash’s personal life gained momentum following Yuzvendra Chahal’s divorce from Dhanashree Verma in March 2025. Her continued presence at Punjab Kings’ IPL matches and her attendance at the Champions Trophy 2025 final in Dubai, where India clinched the title, further fueled dating rumors. Despite this, Mahvash has repeatedly maintained that she and Chahal are just friends and that she is currently single.

The video she shared on Instagram, captioned, "Jab tak khud ke liye nahi bologe, koi tumhare liye nahi bolega," featured her direct response to a troll’s comment, “Yuzi bhai ne iska career bana diya.” Mahvash replied, “2019 se iss industry mein hoon, aao dikhati hoon apna career,” and followed it with a montage of her media work—from hosting radio shows and cricket events to producing the Bollywood film Section 108 starring Nawazuddin Siddiqui. Responding to those questioning her cricket knowledge, she added, “Cricket pitch tak pohach gayee abto to ye, cricket ke baare me kuch janti bhi hai ye,” and included visuals of her interviews with MS Dhoni, Chris Gayle, Shane Watson, and Harbhajan Singh.

RJ Mahvash shuts down trolls with career milestones

In her video, Mahvash also responded to a troll claiming that her access to celebrities began only after her link-up with Chahal. She countered by showing photos with Salman Khan, Aamir Khan, Rashmika Mandanna, Vicky Kaushal, Ayushmann Khurrana, and more, proving her deep roots in the entertainment industry. She didn’t stop there—Mahvash showcased her roles as an author and as the lead actress in Amazon Prime's Pyaar Paisa Profit, along with snippets of her award show appearances.

Watch the video here

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Ending her video with a powerful message, Mahvash declared, “Itni toh tumhari umar bhi nahi hai jitna lamba mera career raha hai. Scientist baap ki bachi hoon, aur baaki ka talent Amazon pe dekh lena.” She then stood firmly by Chahal, stating, “Main poori duniya ko bolungi ki jisey main jaanti hoon, woh super-talented hai. I will never back down from supporting a friend.” In response, Chahal commented on her post, “Respect! More power to you!”

 
 
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<![CDATA[RCB vs PBKS IPL 2025 Final Becomes Most-Watched T20 Match Ever with Record-Breaking TV and Digital Viewership]]> https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/rcb-vs-pbks-ipl-2025-final-becomes-most-watched-t20-match-ever-with-record-breaking-tv-and-digital-viewership/ https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/rcb-vs-pbks-ipl-2025-final-becomes-most-watched-t20-match-ever-with-record-breaking-tv-and-digital-viewership/ Thu, 19 Jun 2025 19:36:04 GMT

The 2025 IPL season was about more than just cricket. It gave fans unforgettable moments for winning Royal Challengers Bengaluru final their first-ever title and brought fans together like never before.

As per JioStar, the official broadcaster, fans watched the IPL for over 840 billion minutes across TV and digital platforms.
More than one billion people tuned in during the season, showing how deeply the tournament connects with everyone.

The final between RCB and Punjab Kings broke all records and became the most-watched T20 match ever, with a massive 31.7 billion minutes of viewing.
On TV, 169 million people watched the final, while digital platforms saw 892 million video views and a peak of 55 million people watching at the same time.

Digital viewership on JioHotstar went up by 29% compared to last year, with more fans choosing to watch on larger screens.
Star Sports also recorded 456 billion minutes of live TV coverage the highest ever for an IPL season. Sanjog Gupta, CEO of Sports and Live Experiences at JioStar, said, “These amazing numbers show just how much fans love the IPL and how strong their connection to the game is.”

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Twitter reactions after RCB vs PBKS IPL 2025 Final Becomes Most-Watched T20 Match Ever

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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<![CDATA[Nehal Wadhera takes the blame for PBKS defeat in IPL final, reveals what went wrong]]> https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/nehal-wadhera-takes-the-blame-for-pbks-defeat-in-ipl-final-reveals-what-went-wrong/ https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/nehal-wadhera-takes-the-blame-for-pbks-defeat-in-ipl-final-reveals-what-went-wrong/ Tue, 10 Jun 2025 21:25:04 GMT

It has been almost a week since IPL 2025 wrapped up with a new champion in Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). The Rajat Patidar-led side won the final and lifted their maiden IPL trophy by defeating Punjab Kings (PBKS) by only 6 runs.

Kings batter Nehal Wadhera can't forget the night; even today he blames himself for the loss PBKS suffered. In a fresh conversation, the middle-order batter expressed the emotions he is containing in his heart from that night when PBKS lost by only 6 runs.

Batting first, Royal Challengers Bengaluru scored 190 on the scoreboard thanks to Virat Kohli's forty-plus runs and some cameos in the middle order. PBKS started the innings well with Priyansh Arya, but soon a stunning catch near the boundary rope by Phil Salt tilted the momentum of the high-octane match. And it was not Virat or Rajat Patidar; it was Krunal Pandya's tight bowling that couldn't allow Punjab batters to score runs in a quick manner.

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That night was for RCB

Nehal, who is known for his hard hitting, could not push the paddles at the right time to speed up the run rate. The southpaw scored just 15 (18) with a lone six. Supporters of PBKS criticized the batters, including Wadhera, for batting with a relatively slow run rate. Only Shashank Singh's brilliant innings of 61 (30) kept the relevance in the battle. But that was not enough to chase 190.

Blaming himself, Nehal Wadhera said, "I totally blame myself for the IPL 2025 Final. If I had played better, we could've won the IPL. Earlier in the tournament, when I had to accelerate, I did it, and it paid off except for the last game."

Apart from the final match, Wadhera had a decent run in IPL 2025, scoring 369 runs in 16 innings. 

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<![CDATA['I deserve it....' - Shashank Singh opens up about incident where Shreyas Iyer scolded him for run out in Qualifier 2]]> https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/i-deserve-it-shashank-singh-opens-up-about-incident-where-shreyas-iyer-scolded-him-for-run-out-in-qualifier-2/ https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/i-deserve-it-shashank-singh-opens-up-about-incident-where-shreyas-iyer-scolded-him-for-run-out-in-qualifier-2/ Sun, 08 Jun 2025 15:34:25 GMT

A week ago, Punjab Kings left the cricketing fraternity stunned with a stunning run chase in Qualifier 2 of the Indian Premier League 2025 against Mumbai Indians. At the forefront of this effort was skipper Shreyas Iyer, who played an innings to remember of 87* from a mere 41 balls at Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium. His brilliance took Punjab to the IPL final, even though their journey was halted in disappointment by a defeat against Royal Challengers Bengaluru on June 3.

Following the ferocious battle against Mumbai, the emotions remained charged as the players greeted each other with traditional handshakes. It was in this instant that Iyer was seen lashing out at teammate Shashank Singh using harsh words in what seemed like an animated argument. Shashank later reported that the tantrum was a result of his own carefree nature at a pivotal moment of the match, and one that could have been expensive. Though the incident created a tense situation, he subsequently ate with Iyer for dinner, acknowledging that the rebuke was warranted.

Shashank openly accepted his loss of concentration and went further to say, "I deserve it; Iyer should have slapped me; my father didn't speak to me till the finals." He admitted, "I was casual; I was walking on the beach, not even in the garden." It was an important moment; Shreyas was firm that I didn't expect this from you, but afterwards he treated me to dinner." The event did not have any impact on their personal equation, reflecting the leadership and maturity of the Punjab Kings captain. 

Praise for a Leader Who Leads with Balance

Even in the wake of the incident, Shashank Singh praised Shreyas Iyer's captaincy to the hilt and labeled him the best captain of present times in world cricket. "Whatever I have told others and witnessed, there is no better captain than him at present times in world cricket," he opined. He pressed upon how Iyer allows his teammates freedom along with accountability, forming a well-balanced atmosphere in which all find a place and are motivated to perform."

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Shashank further commented, "He gives us space; he treats everybody alike. Nobody will say, Shreyas has an attitude. The young ones in the dressing room can get along with him as a chill bandaa (chill guy). Shreyas is the lone captain, who informed us that if somebody has any idea while playing, he can come and tell it to him". If he thinks it's the right counsel, he will accept it. It's not common." This mix of authority and accessibility has turned Shreyas Iyer into one of the most well-respected and successful captains in contemporary cricket.

 

 

 

 

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