Eden Gardens Stadium is set to host PBKS as KKR welcomes them for a match on their home turf. KKR is gearing up to face their former captain, Shreyas Iyer, who now leads PBKS. Iyer guided KKR to an IPL victory in the 2024 season during his tenure as captain. However, he was absent from the stage of the IPL 2025 mega auction, having departed from KKR's player roster. According to KKR management, Iyer independently chose to participate in the auction process. But the questions arises that will be fully prepared to face his former team in his former home ground.
Shreyas Iyer's Performance In PBKS
Iyer showcased an exceptional batting performance in this season as the captain of PBKS. Iyer played 8 matches in which he scored 263 runs including a highest score of 97 while averaging 43.83 runs. The aggressive batting style of Iyer becomes evident through his 185.21 strike rate while it demonstrates his value to PBKS. The league recognised Iyer as one of its most trustworthy and agile top-order batters after his latest series of successful matches.
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Shreyas Iyer The Biggest Challenge For KKR
The upcoming match could present obstacles for Iyer as he renews his rivalry against his previous team. In the upcoming match, KKR faces a tougher battle because Iyer proved himself through his outstanding achievements across multiple elite cricket competitions. Iyer led KKR to IPL 2024 title success after securing triumphs in the 2023-24 Ranji Trophy and both the 2024-25 Irani Cup and the 2024-25 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy.