‘Ruining his career’ Fans blast BCCI-Jay Shah after reported injury to Shreyas Iyer ahead of IPL

Shreyas Iyer recurring back injury has ignited a firestorm of criticism directed at the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and its secretary, Jay Shah. Fans are expressing outrage over what they perceive as the board’s pressure on Iyer to play in the Ranji Trophy, potentially aggravating his existing condition.

Fans Upset at BCCI pressure on Shreyas Iyer

The crux of the anger stems from the BCCI’s decision to omit Shreyas Iyer from the central contract list for skipping Ranji Trophy matches due to his back concerns.

Fans believe this was undue pressure that ultimately led to Iyer’s current predicament. Notably, Shreyas Iyer has not played on Day 4 and Day 5 of the Ranji Trophy Final in the Wankhede Stadium. According to TOI, this is because of an injury and the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) captain could now also miss out on initial matches of Indian Premier League 2024 (IPL 2024).

Questioning BCCI logic and NCA assessment

Fans are also questioning the rationale behind pushing Shreyas Iyer to play in the Ranji Trophy if he wasn’t fully fit. Additionally, some are skeptical of the National Cricket Academy’s (NCA) assessment that declared him fit to play.

Now it's high time BCCI should ask NCA, if you have declared Shreyas Iyer is match fit then how he has suffered back injury again in 111 balls.

Hope, KKR doesn't make blunder like BCCI and if Iyer is not confident of his body then he should skip the IPL.pic.twitter.com/iRucMybwWN

— Sujeet Suman (@sujeetsuman1991) March 14, 2024

Fan Tweets Highlight discontent against BCCI and Jay Shah

Social media is abuzz with tweets slamming the BCCI’s handling of the situation. Here’s a glimpse of the sentiments being expressed:

• “They are playing with Shreyas Iyer’s life and career. Please God Save Shreyas from these evil people.”
• “The BCCI is so mismanaged… they made Iyer question his integrity and now ruining his career.”
• “This is what happens when you arm twist a player… Shreyas Iyer wasn’t 100% fit…”

Shreyas Iyer might miss first few games of IPL 2024 due to back issues
✅This gives a big statement to BCCI and Jay Shah that he was not faking the injury pic.twitter.com/FtJ224bIcU

— ICT Fan (@Delphy06) March 14, 2024

Shreyas Iyer who made himself unavailable citing back spasm concerns was mocked, grilled, doubted and a sponsored witch hunt was run by the journalists.

The NCA has had a bad history, there must be a reason he didn't report it to NCA. And lastly just because of skipping 1 Ranji… https://t.co/JoJjttRBb6

— KKR Vibe (@KnightsVibe) March 14, 2024

Hello BCCI. This is what happens when you arm twist a player into playing Ranji by dropping him from the contract list. Shreyas Iyer wasn’t 100% fit for the longer format which is why he didn’t play those RT games. But sure, I’m supposed to believe you’re saving Ranji. pic.twitter.com/KlMvOlrT7N

— Areyyyyy Yaarrrrrr (@A_niche11) March 14, 2024

In a time when players prefer playing IPL more than ints, Shreyas skipped IPL to be properly fit for CWC. Later, he went on to deliver the best possible CWC for a Middle Order batter.

BCCI is so mismanaged rn, they made Iyer question his integrity and now ruining his career. https://t.co/ssRrsDY7Uw

— Rᴀɪᴋᴀᴛ  (@OverMidWicket) March 14, 2024

Hey Shreyas Iyer on behalf of Bcci i would like to inform you that you have to play IPL you cant skip it other wise forget central contract there is no place for you in indian team because we are biased and you are not our govt employee and you don't average 30
So don't dare to…

— Archer (@poserarcher) March 14, 2024

Many people were saying “Oh Shreyas Iyer is lying, can’t doubt the NCA 🤡"

As if that NCA is credible 😂

They couldn’t even manage Bumrah, KL, Shami, Chahar.

I’m sure they have done blunder in Rishabh Pant case too by allowing him to keep just because Jay Shah wanted https://t.co/YnNuWA64ms

— Prateek (@prateek_295) March 14, 2024

Hope KKR Manages Iyer Wisely

The incident has sparked calls for the BCCI to clarify its communication and selection processes. Fans are also urging the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), Iyer’s IPL franchise, to prioritize his health and avoid rushing him back into action.

Shreyas Iyer injury casts uncertainty on KKR’s IPL campaign

With the IPL 2024 season fast approaching and Iyer’s availability for the initial matches in doubt, KKR faces a significant challenge. His absence would be a major blow to the team’s strategy and could potentially affect their performance.

The Shreyas Iyer saga continues to unfold, with fans demanding accountability from the BCCI and hoping the young cricketer prioritizes his health over immediate cricketing commitments.