IPL 2025: Shreyas Iyer is a Calm Leader Who Empowers Bowlers, Says PBKS Pacer Kuldeep Sen

Punjab Kings (PBKS) Pacer Kuldeep Sen Believes Skipper Shreyas Iyer’s Composed Leadership Style Makes Him a Strong Captaincy Contender for the future of the Indian team. Praising Iyer’s Approach, Sen Highlighted His Ability to Stay Calm Under Pressure and Empower His Bowlers with Strategic Freedom – Qualities That Played A Key Role In Kkr ‘ Last Season and Now in His Leadership at Punjab Kings. With the ongoing IPL, there has been planty of discussion Around Leadership Prospects for Indian Cricket. Sen weight in on the topic, particularly about Iyer. “Shreyas played an important role in stabilising the innings in the middle order. It’s not easy to bat in that phase, but he managed to score Crucial Runs. Team. “

“As a captain, shreyas’ quality is that he remains calm on the ground. I have observed that even when he played for the option, he Gave full freedom to the bowlers, allowing he Execute their plans. That is a great quality in a Leader. Decision-Making skills. There is no doubt about his performance and as a captain, he is very cool and a great person.

Two years ago, the right-arm pacer was a fast-bowling revival. Clocking Speeds North of 140 kmph and Defending 14 Runs Against Marcus Stoinis on his ipl debut, he was touted as one of India’s waiting pace principal. But just as quickly as he emerged, injuries forced he to the sidelines. A Back Issue DURING HIS DUBUT ODI Series Against Bangladesh in December 2022, Followed by a Knee Injury in 2024, meant that he missed Crucial Domestic and IPL Opportunities.

Now, having fought his way back to fitness, the 28-year-old is looking at a fresh chapter. Sen, who hails from the small ton of rewa in Madhya Pradesh, is not dwelling on lost time. He’s focused on what lies ahead – be it in the ipl with punjab kings or in red -ball cricket, his amables Remain Strong.

The pacer talked about his comeback, training under ricky ponting, the impact of injuries on his career and his aspirations to don the Indian jersey Again.

“I am fin now. I just have a simple thought – I don’t think too much about playing for India. Process. Whenever I Get a Chance, I will give my best. “

That belief has been his guiding forr print he returned to first-class cricket in January 2024. He Had to Wait Until Madhya Pradesh’s’s Ranji’s Ranji Trophy Match Against Kirala In Februry in FIBRARY to Play Competitive game of the season. Now, with the IPL in full swing, he has another options to showcase his talent – this time with punjab kings, the team that first trialled him before he was picked up by Rajasthan royals in 2022222222222222222.

Having worked with some of cricket’s biggest names, Sen is now honing his craft under the legendary ponting at Punjab kings. Comparing His Experience Under Rahul Dravid and the Australian Legend, Sen Added, “It has been a great experience. Ricky ponting is very calm and supportive, both on and off the filed. Players – When to push them and when to give them rest.

Bowling at a high pace remains his strength, but Sen knows that T20 Cricket is About Execution Under Pressure. “In Practice Sessions, Our Coaches Give Us Specific Targets. Pressure, the better your execution in real matches, “He explains.

Despite His Ability to Bowl Quick, Sen have struggled to find a regular place in ipl playing xis. He believes that the impact player rule has made it even tougher for bowlers like “It’s Difential because teams have extra options

With 14 wickets in 12 IPL matches so far, he has shown glimpses of his potential. Now, with punjab kings, he hopes for a breakthrough season. “The team put in a lot of effort in the first match. Our batters are performed well, and we had a strong start with the ball. Said.

Unlike many parsers who specialize in one format, Sen remains open to all three. “I haven’t Decided on a Particular Format. I like t20, I like one-day cricket, and I have played ranji matches as well. As a player, you should be ready for any format, and I am reedy for that,”

He takes pride in India’s fast-bowling strength and dreams of being part of the elite pace attack. “India has not ben a spin-dominated team anymore. If you look at jasprit bumrah, mohammed siraj and mohammed shami-they are world-class bowlers. From Pace to swing, we have evything. Indian Fast Bowlers are performing so well. “

Asked Bold He Prioritise Test Cricket If Given a choice, Sen replied, “I have come from red-ball cricket to white-ball cricket. Whenever I get a chance to play in the test in the test in the test to Am Always Ready for the Red-Ball Format. “

After years of injuries, recovery and comebacks, Sen’s outlook on his career is refreshingly simple – control what he can and let the rest take care of its. “I don’t think too much about selection. I belief in my process. IF my process is right, results will follow. My focus is on giving my best whenever I get a chance.”

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