Punjab Kings co-owner Preity Zinta heaped praise on Shreyas Iyer, praising him for his leadership and warm and approachable personality. Iyer has been a key part of the PBKS setup since joining in 2025 for Rs 26.75 crore. Zinta described Iyer as an “inspirational and strategic leader” who leads by example and underlines his calm and intelligent approach on and off the field.
Zinta’s remarks reflect Iyer’s rising status as PBKS captain, where he is credited with stability and clarity. Known for his level-headed demeanor, Iyer has built a reputation as a leader who remains approachable to every team member and fosters a strong team environment.
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But it was Zinta’s heartwarming personal note that stood out the most. She revealed that her children share a special bond with the PBKS captain and said they “affectionately call him Shreyas Bhaiya”. The commentary offers a glimpse into Iyer’s personality off the field, someone who connects effortlessly outside of cricket.
Zinta wrote on X (formerly Twitter): “He is an inspirational and strategic leader who leads by example. Smart, calm, inclusive and accessible to the entire team. Funnily enough, he is also incredible with kids, which is why my kids affectionately call him Shreyas Bhaiya and adore him.”
IYER STILL SEPTEMBER IN IPL 2026
Shreyas Iyer has been one of the standout performers for Punjab Kings in IPL 2026. In the early phase of the season, Iyer has scored around 279 runs in seven matches at an impressive average of nearly 69.75, with a strike rate close to 186.
Iyer has already scored 50, 66 and an unbeaten 69 in consecutive innings, underscoring his ability to both anchor and accelerate when needed.
One of his defining performances came in the record chase against Delhi Capitals where he remained unbeaten on 71 to lead the Punjab Kings to a historic victory as they recorded the most successful run in T20 cricket.
Under Iyer’s leadership, Punjab Kings remain the only unbeaten team in the competition. They sit at the top of the table with 13 points and a net rate of +1.333, having won six of their first seven games.
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Published on:
27 Apr 2026 20:16 IST
