Shreyas Iyer’s Drive for Excellence Sparks an Inspirational IPL 2025 Comeback

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Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer's incredible comeback in IPL 2025 is one of the most interesting stories of the season, with spin coach Sunil Joshi attributing Iyer's "thirst for challenges" as the reason behind his outstanding form and captaincy.

Key Highlights:

Sensational beginning: Iyer, who was released by Kolkata Knight Riders despite taking them to the IPL 2024 champions' trophy, has silenced all critics with unconquered 97 and 52 to get the season's beginning off with a bang, leading Punjab Kings to five wins in their initial eight games.
Technical Evolution: Joshi exposed that Iyer's revival is based on mental determination and technical modifications. An open batting stance and a deeper crease alignment have enabled Iyer to tackle the short ball and play spin more consistently.
Consistent Performer: Post-2025 Champions Trophy, Iyer has scored 48.60 per game with two fifties in five matches, and an ODI average of 53.71 since February 2022, being part of a select group of batters to have scored over 2,500 runs since the 2019 World Cup.
Leadership Traits: Joshi complimented Iyer's leadership by pointing out his practice of consulting all members of his team, including net bowlers, to instill confidence and teamwork. "That's the sign of an actual leader," Joshi underscored.
Mental Attitude: Iyer's mindset is still crisp and level-headed despite coming back to Eden Gardens to play his previous team. "Each game matters. The attitude is the same-play to win," Joshi observed.

With his appetite for challenges and changing game, Shreyas Iyer is not only spearheading Punjab Kings' charge-he's rewriting the book on bouncing back in the IPL.

Source: News18, Times of India, Rediff