IPL 2025 has gone on to have its share of fireworks but the most shocking firework 12BET cricket fans witnessed? The rise of Shreyas Iyer, not only as a terrific batter but also as a terrific leader. Iyer’s journey is that of redemption—from losing his KKR captaincy to becoming the chant of ‘Sarpanch Sahab’ at Punjab Kings. In this article, we shall unpack how he carved himself out of the India captaincy conversation, and why 12BET India fans should have their watchful eyes on him.
12BET Cricket: The Sarpanch’s Standout Season
At the start of 2024, the powerhouse that is India didn’t even include Shreyas Iyer in BCCI’s central contract list. He is a serious contender for India’s white ball captaincy by IPL 2025. It is all thanks to a game changing stint with Punjab Kings.
A Star Reborn at Punjab Kings
Fans were baffled when KKR let go of their IPL winning captain. Shreyas for his part found his spark at Pune Supergiant before various issues left the team in the void. He strutted confidently, acted calm under pressure, and led people, so he was given a new nickname—Sarpanch Sahab.
He came up with one of the greatest knocks in IPL history in a dramatic Eliminator against Mumbai Indians. Jasprit Bumrah? Neutralized. Pressure? 12BET Cricket fans shrugged off the doubters to become a believer in Iyer, where he gave hits and turned sixes into clockwork.
From Controlled to Commander
Against both Gambhir and Ponting, Iyer was seen as that ‘remote control’ captain, devoid of their own powers. His composure (yet stern) handling of teammate Shashank Singh’s crucial run out is proof of his growth.
Post-Match Coolness
In the end, there was no party for Iyer after winning. On cutting the cake, he greeted well wishers and went to bed. Dhoni-esque poise in a new era is what 12BET cricket fans were looking for and his humility resonated.
A Glimpse into Iyer’s Personal World
Shreyas Iyer off the pitch? He’s a walking plot twist. One minute he’s pulling coins from behind your ear like some street magician, next he’s flexing that big ol’ lion tattoo like he’s Simba. And don’t even get me started on his dancing—probably the only guy in Indian cricket who can moonwalk straight into a cover drive.
Fame? Sure, he’s got it, but he’s still as real as they come. He’s the type who’ll straight-up ugly cry after a trash net session, then hit the books to learn words like “superfluous” and “talisman” just to level up his game. No wonder the 12BET crowd loves him—everyone loves a comeback story, right?
Why 12BET Cricket Fans Should Follow Shreyas Iyer
- He’s a wildcard in India’s captaincy future.
- His IPL 2025 run was packed with 12BET cricket-worthy drama.
- He embodies leadership, composure, and flair—everything cricket fans love.
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