<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?> <rss version="2.0" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/"> <channel> <title>Shreyas Iyer</title> <link>https://www.cricketwinner.com</link> <description>Shreyas Iyer</description> <lastBuildDate>Fri, 11 Jul 2025 19:17:43 GMT</lastBuildDate> <docs>https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html</docs> <generator>https://github.com/jpmonette/feed</generator> <language>en</language> <copyright>Copyright © 2024 Cricket Winner. All Rights Reserved.</copyright> <item> <title><![CDATA[WATCH: Punjab Kings releases OG video of Sarpanch Shreyas Iyer]]></title> <link>https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/watch-punjab-kings-releases-og-video-of-sarpanch-shreyas-iyer/</link> <guid>https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/watch-punjab-kings-releases-og-video-of-sarpanch-shreyas-iyer/</guid> <pubDate>Wed, 09 Jul 2025 18:40:28 GMT</pubDate> <description><![CDATA[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]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="https://media.cricketwinner.com/media/2025/07/Screenshot_2025_0709_165655.webp" width="719" height="525" alt="Shreyas Iyer "/><p>After a season full of memories, <a href="https://www.espncricinfo.com/cricketers/shreyas-iyer-642519" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Shreyas Iyer</a> 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.</p><p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p><strong>Read More</strong>: <a href="https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/shubman-gill-spotted-smiling-at-sara-tendulkar-at-yuvraj-singh-s-event-ahead-of-eng-vs-ind-3rd-test/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Shubman Gill spotted smiling at Sara Tendulkar at Yuvraj Singh's event ahead of ENG vs IND 3rd Test</a></p><h2>The numbers will speak for the batsman</h2><p>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. </p><p>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. </p><h2>Watch the video here </h2><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-dnt="true"><p dir="ltr" lang="is">𝐒𝐚𝐫𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐡 𝐝𝐚 𝐬𝐰𝐚𝐠 𝐎𝐆 𝐎𝐆! 😎🤟 <a href="https://t.co/I5bArYJrH1">pic.twitter.com/I5bArYJrH1</a></p>— Punjab Kings (@PunjabKingsIPL) <a href="https://twitter.com/PunjabKingsIPL/status/1942904845993918618?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 9, 2025</a></blockquote>]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title><![CDATA[WATCH: Shreyas Iyer gets ‘Clean Bowled’ by his mother in playful living room face-off]]></title> <link>https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/watch-shreyas-iyer-gets-clean-bowled-by-his-mother-in-playful-living-room-face-off/</link> <guid>https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/watch-shreyas-iyer-gets-clean-bowled-by-his-mother-in-playful-living-room-face-off/</guid> <pubDate>Tue, 01 Jul 2025 12:11:04 GMT</pubDate> <description><![CDATA[Shreyas Iyer gets hilariously clean bowled by his mother in a viral living room cricket moment. ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="https://media.cricketwinner.com/media/2025/07/1751291185881_Shreyas-Iyer-playing-cricket-with-his-mother.webp" width="960" height="600" alt="Shreyas Iyer"/><p><span id="input-sentence~0">Indian cricketer <strong><a href="https://www.espncricinfo.com/cricketers/shreyas-iyer-642519">Shreyas Iyer</a></strong> 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.</span><span id="input-sentence~1"> The heartwarming moment between mother and son delighted fans on social media.<br><br>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!</span><span id="input-sentence~2"> 😂♥️.” The ‘Sarpanch’ nickname, lovingly given to Iyer by PBKS fans, was a humorous nod to the usually competitive cricketer taking the dismissal in stride.<br></span></p><h3><span id="input-sentence~2">From Living Room Laughter to IPL Heroics<br></span></h3><p><span id="input-sentence~2">The video’s comment section was flooded with appreciation, especially from parents who praised Iyer’s mother’s energy and passion for the game.</span><span id="input-sentence~3"> Fans across platforms came together to revel in the cute moment, with many hailing it as wholesome family bonding and cricket love.<br></span></p><p><strong><span id="input-sentence~3">Watch the video here</span></strong></p><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p dir="ltr" lang="en">Shreyas Iyer's mother bowling to Shreyas at his home. 😍❤️<a href="https://t.co/E9bHYksHai">pic.twitter.com/E9bHYksHai</a></p>— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) <a href="https://twitter.com/mufaddal_vohra/status/1939741103416385790?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 30, 2025</a></blockquote><p><strong>See Also: <a href="https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/india-s-tour-of-bangladesh-in-august-yet-to-be-confirmed-by-bcci-bcb/">India's tour of Bangladesh in August yet to be confirmed by BCCI: BCB</a></strong></p><p><span id="input-sentence~3">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.</span></p>]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title><![CDATA[Shreyas Iyer not in Test plans for now, says former cricketer: "His time will come"]]></title> <link>https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/shreyas-iyer-not-in-test-plans-for-now-says-former-cricketer-his-time-will-come/</link> <guid>https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/shreyas-iyer-not-in-test-plans-for-now-says-former-cricketer-his-time-will-come/</guid> <pubDate>Sat, 28 Jun 2025 21:41:22 GMT</pubDate> <description><![CDATA[Shreyas Iyer has done well in the Champions Trophy, IPL, and domestic cricket, but Aakash Chopra feels he may have to wait for a Test comeback. According to him, players like Karun Nair, Sarfaraz Khan, and Dhruv Jurel are ahead of Iyer right now. ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="https://media.cricketwinner.com/media/2025/06/PTI01-26-2024-000202A-0_1706712376802_1751077276688-(1).webp" width="1280" height="720" alt="Shreyas Iyer not in Test plans for now, says former cricketer: "His time will come""/><p><span id="input-sentence~0">Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra has said that Shreyas Iyer may not get a place in the Test team anytime soon, even though he’s been in great form across formats lately.<br><br>Speaking on his YouTube channel, Chopra explained, “<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shreyas_Iyer">Shreyas Iyer </a>won’t get a chance right now.</span><span id="input-sentence~1"> There are many players still waiting. Karun Nair just got his opportunity, Sarfaraz Khan hasn’t had a proper run, and Dhruv Jurel is also waiting. If Iyer isn’t even ahead in the queue, how can he be picked?”</span></p><h3>Sarfaraz Khan Keeps Pressure On with Consistent Red-Ball Performances</h3><p><span id="input-sentence~1">Chopra admitted that Iyer has been doing well he had a strong first-class season, played brilliantly in the IPL by leading Punjab Kings to the final, and was India’s top scorer in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.</span><span id="input-sentence~2"> But Chopra believes that Test cricket demands patience. “He’s doing everything right, but in red-ball cricket, chances take time. His turn will come, he just has to wait a little,” he said.</span></p><p><span id="input-sentence~2"><br>At the same time, Sarfaraz Khan is making the most of his chances.</span><span id="input-sentence~3"> After scoring three fifties and a 150 in just six Tests, he impressed with a 92 for India A against the England Lions.</span></p><p><strong>ALSO READ: </strong><a href="https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/major-update-ahead-of-eng-vs-ind-2nd-test-4-key-players-absent-from-practice/">Major update ahead of ENG vs IND 2nd Test: 4 key players absent from practice</a></p><p><span id="input-sentence~3"> He then followed it up with a brilliant century in a practice match before the England series. Sarfaraz's steady performances have kept him in the spotlight for a spot in the Test side.</span></p>]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title><![CDATA[What is Shreyas Iyer doing right now?]]></title> <link>https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/what-is-shreyas-iyer-doing-right-now/</link> <guid>https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/what-is-shreyas-iyer-doing-right-now/</guid> <pubDate>Fri, 27 Jun 2025 20:17:40 GMT</pubDate> <description><![CDATA[Shreyas Iyer was at his peak in the discussions among cricket fans when he guided Punjab Kings to the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL 2025). After he got scrapped from BCCI's central contract, Iyer worked hard to regain his spot in Indian cricket. After a significant run in domestic cricket, he gradually stepped into Team India's dressing room... ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="https://media.cricketwinner.com/media/2025/06/IMG-20250627-WA0007.webp" width="1200" height="834" alt="Shreyas Iyer "/><p><a href="https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/shreyas-iyer-spotted-with-his-mom-at-mumbai-airport-amid-eng-vs-ind-2025-tests/">Shreyas Iyer </a>was at his peak in the discussions among cricket fans when he guided <a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&opi=89978449&url=https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Punjab_Kings&ved=2ahUKEwiDscvF8pGOAxUScGwGHSDTNFAQmhN6BAg2EAU&usg=AOvVaw2Oz56KYuCLFzdftOf-cu6P">Punjab Kings </a>to the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL 2025). After he got scrapped from BCCI's central contract, Iyer worked hard to regain his spot in Indian cricket.</p><p>After a significant run in domestic cricket, he gradually stepped into Team India's dressing room for the limited overs format. Then, the heroics in IPL 2025. The Mumbaikar not only performed as a batter under pressure, he also proved his instincts as a leader. When the board announced the squad for the 5-match Test series against England, many cricket fans were amazed to see that selectors did not choose Shreyas for such an important series.</p><p>As the batter is not a part of the England tour, he has to wait for a while until India's next white ball series. Now, a part of cricket fans may feel curious to know what Shreyas Iyer is now doing after the conclusion of IPL 2025 and the T20 Mumbai League.</p><p><strong>Read More</strong>: <a href="https://www.cricketwinner.com/fantasy-cricket-tips/emp-vs-vvp-dream11-prediction-today-match-21-ecs-t10-finland-2025/">EMP vs VVP Dream11 Prediction Today Match 21 ECS T10 Finland, 2025</a></p><h3>So, What Is Shreyas Iyer doing right now?</h3><p>The right-handed batter last appeared in Mumbai's own franchise league. Where he was in charge of leading SoBo Mumbai Indians. Like IPL, there he also helped Falcons to grab a spot in the final. Though, here also, a heartbreaking moment for Iyer—another defeat in a final match. Now, after these two leagues and without any international duties, he is now spending some free time. The 30-year-old cricketer was recently spotted in Mumbai Airport with his mother.</p><p>As per media reports, he was spotted in Mumbai airport with his mother, Rohini, returning after a vacation. They first went to Kazakhstan and then Dubai to spend some free time before returning to India on Wednesday. So, it is understood that he is now taking some much-deserved rest and recuperating for upcoming games. </p>]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title><![CDATA[WATCH: Shreyas Iyer spotted with his mom at Mumbai airport amid ENG vs IND 2025 Tests]]></title> <link>https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/shreyas-iyer-spotted-with-his-mom-at-mumbai-airport-amid-eng-vs-ind-2025-tests/</link> <guid>https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/shreyas-iyer-spotted-with-his-mom-at-mumbai-airport-amid-eng-vs-ind-2025-tests/</guid> <pubDate>Thu, 26 Jun 2025 13:56:15 GMT</pubDate> <description><![CDATA[Shreyas Iyer was spotted in Mumbai airport with his mother, Rohini, returning after a vacation. They first went to Kazakhstan and then Dubai to spend some free time before returning to India on Wednesday, June 25.]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="https://media.cricketwinner.com/media/2025/06/Screenshot_2025_0626_135925.webp" width="683" height="732" alt="Shreyas Iyer mother "/><p>Shreyas Iyer was spotted in Mumbai airport with his mother, Rohini, returning after a vacation. They first went to Kazakhstan and then Dubai to spend some free time before returning to India on Wednesday, June 25. Iyer has experienced a mixed season in 2025 so far.</p><p>After making a comeback for Team India in white-ball cricket, he guided Punjab Kings to the final of the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL 2025). Where they lost against Royal Challengers Bengaluru and missed the chance to grab the IPL title.</p><p>Then, he went to represent the SoBo Mumbai Falcons in the T20 Mumbai League. Like Punjab Kings, here also the middle-order batsman guided the team to the title-decider match. Iyer's side was up against Siddhesh Lad’s Mumbai South Central Maratha Royals at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on June 12 for the final match of the championship.</p><p><strong>Read More</strong>: <a href="https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/tum-khoob-qamiyab-ho-csk-star-s-wife-shares-adorable-moments-and-pens-heartfelt-note-on-his-32nd-birthday/">“Tum khoob qamiyab ho” - CSK star’s wife shares adorable moments and pens heartfelt note on his 32nd birthday</a></p><h3>Two finals, same results </h3><p>Batting first, <a href="https://m.cricbuzz.com/live-cricket-scorecard/119438/mscmr-vs-smf-final-t20-mumbai-2025">Mumbai Falcons</a> reached 157 for the loss of 4 wickets. Captain Iyer lost his wicket only for 12 after facing 17 deliveries. The partnership between Mayuresh Tandel and Harsh Aghav helped Falcons to grab a respectable total on the scorecard. But it was now enough to save the match and to win the title. Marathi Royals won the final match by 5 wickets.</p><p>Chinmay Rajesh Sutar's solid 53-run innings paved the road to the title. Awais Khan Naushad (38) and Sahil Bhagwanta Jadhav (22) also played their parts well under pressure. Another final in 2025 and a heartbreaking moment for Shreyas Iyer. He also did not pick for the Test squad for the ongoing <a href="https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-analysis/is-mohammed-siraj-overrated-now/">England vs. India</a> Test series, which sparked a controversy between cricket fans. </p><h3>Watch the video from Mumbai airport here</h3><blockquote class="instagram-media" style="background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 540px; min-width: 326px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);" data-instgrm-captioned="" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DLVK502oGEt/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading" data-instgrm-version="14"><div style="padding: 16px;"><a style="background: #FFFFFF; line-height: 0; padding: 0 0; text-align: center; text-decoration: none; width: 100%;" href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DLVK502oGEt/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><div style="display: flex; flex-direction: row; 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For a brief moment, everyone's attention seemed to have turned momentarily to the former Indian captain. Naturally, the fans got very noisy and were quite excited to know that the World Cup-winning captain was in attendance for the Final. </p><p>Rohit is one of the star icons of Indian cricket. His cricketing origins emanate from the Wankhede Stadium, where he played a lot of domestic cricket during his formative years. Moreover, he is no stranger to the local language (Marathi) either, as his birthplace is in Nagpur, Maharashtra. Quite understandably, he is naturally loved by the fans from this part of the world. </p><p><strong>See also: </strong><a href="https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/mumbai-t20-2025-final-mumbai-south-central-maratha-royals-vs-sobo-mumbai-falcons-full-match-highlights/#google_vignette">Mumbai T20 2025, Final: Mumbai South Central Maratha Royals vs SOBO Mumbai Falcons Full Match Highlights</a><br></p><h3>Watch the video here:</h3><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p dir="ltr" lang="hi">Mumbai cha raja is ROHIT SHARMA is here ❤️❤️❤️ <a href="https://t.co/xCQ1En9Nuy">pic.twitter.com/xCQ1En9Nuy</a></p>— Vinesh Prabhu (@vlp1994) <a href="https://twitter.com/vlp1994/status/1933182367549845857?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 12, 2025</a></blockquote><p><a href="https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/rohit-sharma-to-miss-2027-world-cup-captaincy-twist-sparks-speculation/">Rohit Sharma</a> is approaching the twilight phase of his international career. He will no longer be featuring for India in the whites or in the shortest format of the game. However, he will continue to play ODI cricket for the national side with an aim to propel India to their third ODI World Cup title win in the 2027 World Cup. India's glorious T20 World Cup triumph in 2024, followed by a flawless Champions Trophy 2025 campaign, are some of the major highlights of Rohit's illustrious captaincy tenure. </p><p>Speaking of the Mumbai T20 2025 Final, Shreyas Iyer's SoBo Mumbai Falcons suffered yet another heartbreaking defeat in the final after being restricted to just 157. The target was never going to be enough as Mumbai South Central Maratha Royals got to their target eventually after overcoming a minor wobble with five wickets and four balls to spare. The Maratha Royals later received medals from Rohit Sharma during the closing ceremony. Chinmay Rajesh Sutar starred with the bat for Maratha Royals and notched up a well-controlled 53 (49) to anchor the innings and see his side over the line safely. </p><p> </p>]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title><![CDATA['He is now scoring....' - Former India skipper questions selectors on dropping Shreyas Iyer from Test series against England]]></title> <link>https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/he-is-now-scoring-former-india-skipper-questions-selectors-on-dropping-shreyas-iyer-from-test-series-against-england/</link> <guid>https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/he-is-now-scoring-former-india-skipper-questions-selectors-on-dropping-shreyas-iyer-from-test-series-against-england/</guid> <pubDate>Thu, 12 Jun 2025 11:17:30 GMT</pubDate> <description><![CDATA[When Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli retired and were not with the team for the upcoming five-match Test series against England, starting from June 20, why did the selection committee led by Ajit Agarkar not choose to call Shreyas Iyer for the all-important overseas assignment?]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="https://media.cricketwinner.com/media/2025/06/IMG-20250612-WA0001.webp" width="704" height="435" alt="Shreyas Iyer "/><p>When Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli retired and were not with the team for the upcoming five-match Test series against England, starting from June 20, why did the selection committee led by Ajit Agarkar not choose to call <a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&opi=89978449&url=https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shreyas_Iyer&ved=2ahUKEwiGwtmXl-uNAxXwzDgGHcO3Kj8QmhN6BAgZEA4&usg=AOvVaw06DIwAz4KCz2G0th_TtEru">Shreyas Iyer</a> for the all-important overseas assignment? The question still remains. </p><p>After a lackluster performance against New Zealand and then Australia, India crashed out of the World Test Championship Final (WTC Final 2025) equation. For almost the last year, Shreyas Iyer has been experiencing one of his finest forms on the field; even Sourav Ganguly also enjoyed the performance of the Mumbaikar thoroughly. </p><p>Like many cricket fans, Ganguly was also amazed not to find Iyer's name in the Team India's Test squad list. The right-handed batter was one of India’s top run-scorers in the 2023 World Cup and 2025 Champions Trophy. In IPL 2025, he bagged 604 runs in 17 games at a strike rate of 175 and guided Punjab Kings to the final after 11 years. So, as a player, he has probably ticked all the possible boxes. But still, it finds no room in the test setup. Ganguly himself found no clue behind BCCI's decision to leave Iyer out of the England series. </p><p><strong>Read More</strong>: <a href="https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/pat-cummins-ripper-gets-wiaan-mulder-s-wicket-in-sa-vs-aus-wtc-final/">Watch: Pat Cummins ripper gets Wiaan Mulder's wicket in SA vs AUS WTC Final</a></p><h3>Ganguly's view about Shreyas Iyer</h3><p>The Indian cricket legend believed that Iyer deserved to be in the series. Because Iyer proved himself by performing under pressure and scoring runs. Previously, he had to endure criticism for lacking skills against short balls. But now, the batter has improved his batting a lot; that's what Sourav opined. </p><p>"He has been playing at his best in the last one year and should have been on this team. The last year has been fantastic for him. He isn’t the player who got left out. He is now scoring under pressure, taking responsibility, and playing the short ball well. Although Test cricket is different, I would have had him in this series to see what he can do," Ganguly said in a recent interview. </p><p> </p>]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title><![CDATA[[WATCH]: Fan gets an autograph from Shreyas Iyer with a Sarpanch Sahab poster]]></title> <link>https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/watch-fan-gets-an-autograph-from-shreyas-iyer-with-a-sarpanch-sahab-poster/</link> <guid>https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/watch-fan-gets-an-autograph-from-shreyas-iyer-with-a-sarpanch-sahab-poster/</guid> <pubDate>Wed, 11 Jun 2025 10:05:58 GMT</pubDate> <description><![CDATA[An ardent fan of Shreyas Iyer gets an autograph of his idol on a Sarpanch Sahab poster]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="https://media.cricketwinner.com/media/2025/06/sarpanch.webp" width="310" height="154" alt="Fan getting autograph of Shreyas Iyer"/><p>The Punjab Kings skipper Shreyas Iyer's popularity seems to be surging with every passing day. Despite crashing out against <strong><a href="https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/rcb-marketing-head-arrested-event-organizers-detained-in-deadly-stampede-case/">Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)</a></strong> in the <a href="https://www.iplt20.com/"><strong>IPL 2025</strong></a> Final, Shreyas has earned the respect of his fans and his close followers. His popularity can be largely attributed to his tactical acumen and his ability to score big under pressure. To offer him a token of respect, fans, especially from the state of Punjab gave him a nickname 'Sarpanch Sahab' roughly translating to the Head of the Group. </p><p><strong>See also:</strong> <a href="https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/what-s-behind-shreyas-new-nickname-pbks-skipper-reveals-the-truth/#google_vignette">What's behind Shreyas' new nickname? PBKS skipper reveals the truth</a></p><p>While his nickname 'Sarpanch Sahab' has stayed on following the end of the IPL and fans still seem excited to capture a glimse of the iconic IPL stalwart. In a recent video which has now gone viral, a fan, posing with a 'Sarpanch Sahab' poster received an autograph from Shreyas while he was exiting the stadium in a car. The car was stopped midway so the fan could get an autograph from his beloved cricketer. While Shreyas was signing the poster, the fan also captured the moment by taking a selfie with the PBKS skipper in the frame. </p><h3>Watch the video here:</h3><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p dir="ltr" lang="en">Shreyas Iyer gave an autograph to a fan of Sarpanch Sahab poster. ❤️<a href="https://t.co/96JRVmXgZm">pic.twitter.com/96JRVmXgZm</a></p>— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) <a href="https://twitter.com/mufaddal_vohra/status/1932649365769720052?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 11, 2025</a></blockquote><p>The poster had a white background with the PBKS captain's new nickname written at the center in uppercase. However, his own signature was at the bottom right corner of the poster. </p><h3>Shreyas Iyer was in rich form in IPL 2025</h3><p>Shreyas was in phenomenal form during the recent IPL season, emerging as the highest run-scorer for his team with 604 runs in 17 innings. He maintained an impressive average of 50.33 and notched up six half-centuries, placing him as the sixth-highest run-getter overall in the tournament. His consistency with the bat provided the team with solid starts and momentum at crucial moments. Beyond just scoring runs, Shreyas's ability to anchor innings and accelerate when needed showcased his maturity and adaptability as a top-order batter.</p><p>Apart from his batting prowess, Shreyas's leadership proved to be a game-changer for PBKS. He fostered a positive, fearless culture within the dressing room and empowered the younger players to perform with confidence. His tactical decisions and calm demeanor on the field played a significant role in transforming PBKS’s campaign. Under his captaincy, the team reached the IPL final for the first time since 2014 and came heartbreakingly close to securing their first-ever IPL title, marking a remarkable turnaround for the franchise.</p>]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title><![CDATA['Captaincy brings in a lot of maturity...': Shreyas Iyer reflects on personal growth as a leader]]></title> <link>https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/captaincy-brings-in-a-lot-of-maturity-shreyas-iyer-reflects-on-personal-growth-as-a-leader/</link> <guid>https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/captaincy-brings-in-a-lot-of-maturity-shreyas-iyer-reflects-on-personal-growth-as-a-leader/</guid> <pubDate>Mon, 09 Jun 2025 22:25:45 GMT</pubDate> <description><![CDATA[Shreyas Iyer shines as a leader once again, taking SoBo Mumbai Falcons to the T20 Mumbai League semifinals after guiding Punjab Kings to the IPL 2025 final. His calm leadership and consistent form put him in the frame for India's future captaincy roles.]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="https://media.cricketwinner.com/media/2025/06/WhatsApp-Image 2025-06-09 at 21.38.01_581c8ee6.webp" width="1200" height="899" alt="Shreyas Iyer shines as a leader"/><p><span id="input-sentence~0"><strong><a href="https://www.cricbuzz.com/profiles/9428/shreyas-iyer">Shreyas Iyer</a></strong> is showing that leadership is well within his shoulders. Having steered Punjab Kings to their first IPL final in 11 years, he has now taken SoBo Mumbai Falcons to the semifinals of the <a href="https://www.cricbuzz.com/cricket-series/9875/t20-mumbai-2025/matches">T20 Mumbai League</a>, India's top domestic franchise tournament under the Mumbai Cricket Association.</span></p><p><span id="input-sentence~1">“Captaincy brings in a lot of maturity and responsibility,” Iyer said, reflecting on his rise as a leader. With over 600 runs in<strong><a href="https://www.cricketwinner.com/ipl-2025/"> IPL 2025</a></strong> and an inspiring presence on the field, Iyer is now being seen as a serious contender for India’s future white-ball captaincy.</span><span id="input-sentence~2"> There’s even talk of a potential Test call-up for the upcoming series in England.</span></p><p><span id="input-sentence~2">His captaincy has impressed not only due to performances, but also how he deals with pressure. "I try to live in the moment and accept the situation.</span><span id="input-sentence~3"> Sometimes the crowd transfers that energy, I keep reminding myself I want them to cheer my name," Iyer explained.</span></p><h3><strong><span id="input-sentence~3">Shreyas Iyer Continues to Impress as Captain in T20 Mumbai League</span></strong></h3><p><span id="input-sentence~3">Following the IPL final on June 3, Iyer quickly returned to captain the SoBo Falcons.</span><span id="input-sentence~4"> His dedication was evident, and the team complied by winning four out of their five league matches. His calmness, tactical awareness, and people-first mentality have won players' and fans' admiration.</span></p><p><span id="input-sentence~4">His Punjab Kings teammate, <strong><a href="https://www.cricbuzz.com/profiles/10919/shashank-singh">Shashank Singh</a></strong>, shared a moment of emotion during the playoffs, when Iyer visibly erupted in anger after a relaxed dismissal.</span><span id="input-sentence~5"> Singh subsequently confessed, "I deserve it; Iyer should have slapped me." Yet he also credited Iyer with being the best T20 captain he has ever had, explaining how Iyer had taken him out to dinner after the game, demonstrating his capacity to lead without grudges.</span></p><p><span id="input-sentence~6">Iyer credited the T20 Mumbai League for providing local talent a bigger platform. “The MCA has worked hard to bring this league and offer grassroots players a chance to thrive,” he noted. With the semifinals and final set to be played at Wankhede, Iyer’s journey as a captain continues to gain momentum. His maturity, consistency, and leadership qualities make him a name to watch in India’s cricket plans.</span></p>]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title><![CDATA[WATCH: Angkrish Raghuvanshi refers Shreyas Iyer as 'Sarpanch Saab' in T20 Mumbai League]]></title> <link>https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/watch-angkrish-raghuvanshi-refers-shreyas-iyer-as-sarpanch-saab-in-t20-mumbai-league/</link> <guid>https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/watch-angkrish-raghuvanshi-refers-shreyas-iyer-as-sarpanch-saab-in-t20-mumbai-league/</guid> <pubDate>Mon, 09 Jun 2025 20:31:30 GMT</pubDate> <description><![CDATA[Shreyas Iyer proved his brilliance as a captain and as a batsman as well for Punjab Kings in the recently concluded IPL 2025, where Punjab came second after Royal Challengers Bengaluru. But in the T20 Mumbai League, Iyer is not playing as the captain of SOBO Mumbai Falcons...]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<img src="https://media.cricketwinner.com/media/2025/06/Screenshot_2025_0609_195411.webp" width="658" height="365" alt="Angkrish Raghuvanshi "/><p><a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&opi=89978449&url=https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shreyas_Iyer&ved=2ahUKEwiHn8nPzeSNAxUee2wGHTdOOTgQmhN6BAgVEAo&sqi=2&usg=AOvVaw06DIwAz4KCz2G0th_TtEru">Shreyas Iyer</a> proved his brilliance as a captain and as a batsman as well for Punjab Kings in the recently concluded IPL 2025, where Punjab came second after Royal Challengers Bengaluru.</p><p>But in the T20 Mumbai League, Iyer is not playing as the captain of SOBO Mumbai Falcons; rather, he has been contributing as an impact player, where a young Angkrish Raghuvanshi is carrying the heavy role of captaincy. Before the league's yesterday match against Aakash Tigers MWS, Raghuvanshi tagged Iyer as the 'Sarpanch Saab.'</p><p>After an impressive performance, Mumbai Falcons confirmed a spot in the semifinals against Bandra Blasters, which is scheduled to play tomorrow, June 10, at the Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai. Before that semifinal, in their last group stage match, the Falcons, batting second, won against the Tigers, chasing a first innings score of 136.</p><p><strong>Read More</strong>: <a href="https://www.cricketwinner.com/cricket-news/jacob-bethell-fulfills-fan-s-demand-with-six-against-west-indies-in-2nd-t20i/">WATCH: Jacob Bethell fulfills fan's demand with six against West Indies in 2nd T20I</a></p><h3>Angkrish Raghuvanshi and his boys' collective effort stached the semifinal spot</h3><p>Iyer came into the crease as an impact player and scored only 11 with a 100.00 strike rate. During the short innings, the starting batter hit only an over-boundary. But the captain of Falcons, Angkrish Raghuvanshi, played a captain's knock, 41 runs, facing the same number of balls, powered by four 4s. He was well accompanied by his opening partner, Ishan Simran Mulchandani, the highest scorer of the match for the Falcons, who bagged 52 against 41 balls. His innings was decorated with a couple of 4s and three 6s.</p><p>In the middle order, it was Harsh Ramnath Aghav who sealed the win for the Falcons with a stormy 7-ball, unbeaten 23-run innings with the help of 3 over-boundaries. </p><h3>Watch the moment when Angkrish Raghuvanshi called Shreyas Iyer 'Sarpanch Saab'</h3><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-dnt="true"><p dir="ltr" lang="hi">Angkrish Raghuvanshi : Our Sarpanch Saab is the impact player today 😂❤️ <a href="https://t.co/uJNDZtnizh">pic.twitter.com/uJNDZtnizh</a></p>— Parv 🚩 (@ParvCryEmoji) <a href="https://twitter.com/ParvCryEmoji/status/1931988343577018853?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 9, 2025</a></blockquote>]]></content:encoded> </item> </channel> </rss>