Strong Form in IPL 2026
Shreyas Iyer has made a solid start to the 2026 IPL season. He has scored 208 runs with a strike rate that exceeds 180. The Punjab Kings team under his captaincy has achieved an unbeaten record which puts them at the top of the points table.
Proven as a Leader
Iyer has performed successfully as both a batter and a captain. Last season, he scored over 600 runs while leading his team to the finals. In 2024, he captained Kolkata Knight Riders to a title win. His leadership record remains constant throughout his career.
Missing from India’s T20 Squad
- Despite this form, Iyer was not selected for the 2026 T20 World Cup. His recent performance has raised questions about his eligibility for selection.
- At the same time, current T20 captain Suryakumar Yadav has struggled for form. This has led to discussion about possible changes in leadership.
Zaheer Khan’s Advice
- Zaheer Khan believes Iyer should not focus on captaincy right now. He suggests that Iyer’s main goal should be a return to the Indian T20 team as a batter.
- He noted that Iyer already has leadership experience. The team management will decide who should be captain if he returns to the squad.
