Shreyas Iyer, the former Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) captain and current Punjab Kings captain, is well-equipped to face his former team at the Eden Gardens. Having led KKR to an IPL title in 2024, Shreyas knows the strengths and weaknesses of his former teammates. His presence has helped Punjab Kings in their preparation, with assistant bowling coach Trevor Gonsalves noting that the team’s planning against KKR has been precise.
Despite not being retained by KKR after his successful stint with them, Shreyas led Punjab Kings to the final last season. Gonsalves praised Shreyas for his listening skills, describing him as calm and receptive to feedback from players. He also highlighted the strong relationship between Shreyas and head coach Ricky Ponting, noting that they are always on the same page.
Shreyas’ experience and leadership qualities make him a valuable asset to Punjab Kings as they face KKR. With his knowledge of the Eden Gardens pitch and his ability to strategize effectively, Shreyas is poised to make an impact in the upcoming match. Published on Apr 05, 2026.
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