As the mega IPL auction draws near, all eyes are on some of the biggest names in Indian cricket who are expected to go for huge sums. Rishabh Pant, Shreyas Iyer, Ishan Kishan, KL Rahul, and Arshdeep Singh are all on the radar of several teams looking to strengthen their squads. But where will these players ultimately end up? Let's take a closer look at the potential destinations for them. Likely Destinations for Top Indian Players in the IPL 2024 Auction The IPL 2024 auction is set to be a star-studded affair, with some of the top Indian players up for grabs. Among them, Rishabh Pant, Shreyas Iyer, and Ishan Kishan are expected to be the most sought-after players. With teams like Punjab Kings, Delhi Capitals, and Kolkata Knight Riders in the mix, it will be interesting to see who manages to secure these talented cricketers in the auction.
In a nail-biting match, the Kolkata Knight Riders emerged victorious against the Sunrisers Hyderabad in the final match of the 2024 Indian Premier League. The two teams had battled it out in the Qualifier 1, with the Knight Riders having secured their spot in the finals. But the Sunrisers put up a strong fight, only to be narrowly defeated by the Knight Riders in the ultimate showdown. This marks the third IPL title win for the Kolkata Knight Riders, cementing their position as one of the top teams in the league.
India's premier domestic T20 competition, the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, has announced its list of 28 probables which includes comeback man Prithvi Shaw and in-form batter Shreyas Iyer. Shaw, who was dropped from the Mumbai squad for the Ranji Trophy due to fitness and disciplinary issues, was seen going through his fitness drills on the second day of the match against Odisha. Meanwhile, Iyer has been impressing with a string of high scores in his last two matches. This list also features other notable players such as Siddhesh Lad and Shams Mulani, who have been in good form recently.
In the highly anticipated T20 match between India and South Africa, Indian skipper Suryakumar Yadav expressed his disappointment after losing the toss but remained confident in his team's ability to put up a big total in the first innings. With the upcoming series against England in mind, Indian openers Abhishek Sharma and Sanju Samson will be looking to prove themselves and secure their spot in the playing XI. The South Africa skipper, Aiden Markram, on the other hand, chose to bowl first, hoping to make early inroads into the Indian batting order.
After being released from the Kolkata Knight Riders squad for the upcoming IPL 2025 mega auction, Shreyas Iyer delivered a stunning unbeaten 152 off 164 balls for Mumbai in their Ranji Trophy 2024-25 game against Odisha. With fellow batsman Siddhesh Lad also remaining unbeaten on 116, Iyer and Lad's partnership of 231* runs for the fourth wicket was a highlight of the day. This performance by Iyer has raised questions about his exclusion from the KKR squad, with mixed reports about his absence from a previous game.
The big news in the world of cricket is that Indian wicket-keepers Rishabh Pant and KL Rahul have been released by their respective teams ahead of the 2025 IPL auction. Along with them, a list of other big names such as Ishan Kishan, Shreyas Iyer, Manish Pandey, and Mohammed Siraj have also been released. Chennai Super Kings are reportedly interested in signing Pant, while Royal Challengers Bangalore might bring back local boy Rahul. It will be interesting to see which team lands these star players at the mega auction.
The Kolkata Knight Riders have announced their retention list for the upcoming IPL season and it does not include Shreyas Iyer, their previous captain. Despite leading the team to an IPL title last year, Iyer has not been retained, with the team opting for other players such as Sunil Narine and Andre Russell. This decision has left fans and experts surprised and raises questions about the management's strategy for the upcoming season. Keep an eye out for more updates on this developing story.
Mumbai will welcome back experienced players Shreyas Iyer and Shardul Thakur for their upcoming Irani Cup match against the Rest of India. With Ajinkya Rahane leading the squad, the Mumbai team will aim to continue their success in the five-day first-class fixture. Thakur's all-round abilities and Iyer's comeback will be a boost for the team, who are eager to make a mark in the tournament. Despite a mediocre performance in the Duleep Trophy, Iyer will be hoping to make a strong case for a spot in the Indian team.
After a few months of being snubbed by the BCCI due to not playing domestic matches, Shreyas Iyer has returned to the national team as captain of India's first ODI against Sri Lanka. Iyer led his team, Kolkata Knight Riders, to victory in the Indian Premier League 2024, with the help of his mentor and now India head coach, Gautam Gambhir. Iyer also discussed his style of batting and working with Gambhir, highlighting the coach's ability to give confidence to players and avoid creating pressure.
Former India opener Gautam Gambhir's appointment as the new head coach for the Indian team has sparked excitement, particularly for the struggling career of star batter Shreyas Iyer. With the upcoming white-ball tour of Sri Lanka, Iyer is seen training extensively to improve his fitness and prove his worth to the selectors. Amidst reports of a back injury and contradictory fitness reports from NCA, Gambhir's arrival has brought a sense of hope for Iyer's career.