IPL 2025: Shreyas Iyer, one of India’s most reliable batters and former captain of Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), recently revealed the reasons behind his unexpected departure from the franchise. Despite his crucial role in KKR’s IPL 2024 victory, the team decided not to retain him. In an interview with The Indian Express at the Idea Exchange, Iyer expressed that the main issue was a “lack of communication,” which left both fans and analysts puzzled.
Why Shreyas Iyer left KKR?
After leading KKR to their first IPL title in a decade, Shreyas Iyer’s unexpected release ahead of the IPL 2025 auction sent shockwaves through the cricketing world. Known for his calm demeanor and strategic brilliance, Iyer had been instrumental in turning around KKR’s fortunes, especially under the mentorship of Gautam Gambhir.
Despite his heroics in IPL 2024, Iyer was left in the dark for months regarding retention talks. He expressed his disappointment, saying, “It was disheartening to be left out of the loop for so long. After giving my all for the team and leading them to victory, I expected better communication from the franchise.“
“We had a conversation straight after the IPL championship, and I was optimistic about staying. But for months, there was no concrete discussion. It was only a week before the retention deadline that I realized where things were heading. That lack of communication was frustrating.“
This situation mirrors the fate of former KKR skipper Eoin Morgan, who was released despite leading the franchise to the IPL 2021 final.
What Iyer said on his IPL price?
To note, Shreyas Iyer is the second most expensive player in the IPL auction history. “I was in Hyderabad watching the auction. The competition for me exceeded my expectations. At one point, I shut the door and avoided listening—it was overwhelming but thrilling.”
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