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Former Mumbai Indians cricketer heaps praise on Shreyas Iyer, calling him one of the finest leaders in IPL 2025 after his impressive captaincy and consistent batting performances.
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Last Updated: 05.39 PM, Oct 26, 2025
Shreyas Iyer’s leadership in the IPL 2025 season continues to draw admiration, with a former Mumbai Indians player describing him as “one of the finest captains” in the tournament. Iyer, who led the Punjab Kings (PBKS) with calmness and conviction, played a key role in transforming the team’s campaign after several underwhelming seasons. His tactical sharpness, ability to remain composed under pressure, and focus on building player confidence have earned him praise from across the cricketing community.
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Shreyas Iyer’s leadership wins respect across the league

Former MI player Nehal Wadhera recently applauded Iyer’s approach, crediting him for creating a relaxed yet competitive dressing-room atmosphere. Wadhera noted that Iyer’s greatest strength lies in how he empowers his teammates, trusting younger players with crucial roles and encouraging them to express themselves freely. This player-centric philosophy, according to Wadhera, was instrumental in Punjab Kings’ resurgence during IPL 2025.
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Iyer’s captaincy was marked by smart field placements, effective use of bowlers, and the ability to make tactical adjustments on the fly. His on-field presence often reflected maturity beyond statistics, showing both aggression and composure when required. Under his leadership, Punjab Kings developed into one of the most balanced units in the competition, displaying a renewed sense of belief and unity.
With the bat, Iyer led from the front. He consistently delivered in pressure situations, anchoring innings when needed and accelerating during key phases. His performances not only stabilized the team’s middle order but also set an example of accountability and professionalism.
“As a captain, you should forget that while you are batting. I think it fits into his thought. I saw players who start taking time after becoming captains instead of going for fours straightaway. When you try to do something which you haven’t done before, it backfires on you at that time, but it never happened with him,” said Nehal Wadhera. 
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