Quick Info
| Profession | Cricketer |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 06/12/1994 |
| Age | 31 years |
| Birthplace | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
Latest News about Shreyas Iyer
Shreyas Iyer played a pivotal role in India's victory at the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy, finishing as the team's highest run-scorer with 243 runs at an average of 48.60. His consistent performances across the tournament, including key contributions in crucial matches, were instrumental in securing the title for India. This achievement further solidified his reputation as a big-stage performer in limited-overs cricket.
Punjab Kings acquired Shreyas Iyer for a record INR 26.75 crore at the 2025 IPL mega auction and appointed him as captain. The franchise invested heavily in his experience and batting prowess to lead their title quest. Iyer had previously captained Punjab Kings to the IPL final in 2025.
Shreyas Iyer captained Punjab Kings to the IPL 2025 final, where they lost to Royal Challengers Bengaluru, scoring 604 runs in 17 matches at an average of 50.33 as the team's leading run-scorer. His composed leadership and batting performances earned praise from cricket experts, positioning him as a strong contender for India's white-ball captaincy. An influential Indian cricket decision-maker highlighted his IPL success as a key factor for potential inclusion in T20Is and Tests.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Shreyas Santosh Iyer |
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| Nickname(s) | Shre, Young Viru |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 178 cm (5' 10") |
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| Weight | 65 kg (143 lbs) |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | Don Bosco High School, Matunga, Mumbai |
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| College/University | R.A. Podar College of Commerce and Economics, Mumbai |
Personal Life
| Religion | Hinduism |
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| Caste | Brahmin |
| Food Habit | Non-Vegetarian |
| Hobbies | Swimming, Watching and playing Football, Tennis, Golf |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
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| Affairs/Girlfriends | Not Known |
Family
| Father | Santosh Iyer (Businessman) |
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| Mother | Rohini Iyer (Homemaker) |
| Siblings | 1 (Sheetal Iyer, elder sister) |
Career
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| Domestic/State Team | Delhi Daredevils (now Delhi Capitals), Mumbai Indians, Kolkata Knight Riders, Punjab Kings | ||||||
| Coach/Mentor | Pravin Amre | ||||||
| Batting Style | Right-handed | ||||||
| Bowling Style | Legbreak googly | ||||||
| Favourite Shot | Cover Drive | ||||||
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| Career Turning Point | His performance in the 2014–15 Ranji Trophy after which Delhi Daredevils bought him at the 2015 IPL auction for a whooping ₹2.6 crore. |
Favourites
| Cricketer | AB De Villiers |
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| Tennis Player | Roger Federer |
| Football Player(s) | Cristiano Ronaldo, Andrea Pirlo, Eden Hazard, Zlatan Ibrahimovic |
| Food(s) | Sambar, Rasam, Potato curry, Pappadum with rice, Pani Puri |
| Singer(s) | Michael Jackson, Eminem, Lil Wayne |
| Music Band | Linkin Park |
| Actresses | Jessica Alba, Scarlett Johansson, Deepika Padukone |
| Song | "Tera Hone Laga Hoon" from the film 'Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahani' |
| TV Show | Tom & Jerry |
| Car | Ferrari |
| Restaurant | Bombay West Bridgford, Nottingham, UK |
Style Quotient
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Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/shreyas9iyer/ | |
| https://www.facebook.com/ShreyasIyerOfficial | |
| https://twitter.com/Shreyas9Iyer |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Shreyas Iyer does not smoke. | |
| 2. It is not known if Shreyas Iyer drinks alcohol. | |
| 3. Shreyas Iyer was born into a middle-class Mangalorean family. | |
| 4. Former Indian cricketer and coach Pravin Amre first noticed Shreyas Iyer's batting talent at the Shivaji Park Gymkhana in Mumbai when Shreyas was 12 years old. | |
| 5. The short film 'Shreyas Iyer Documentary – A Father’s Dream' documents his early cricket journey. | |
| 6. He made his List A debut for Mumbai in the 2014-2015 Vijay Hazare Trophy, scoring 273 runs with an average of 54.60. | |
| 7. In the same year, he debuted in first-class cricket in the 2014-2015 Ranji Trophy, scoring 809 runs at an average of 50.56. | |
| 8. Due to his aggressive batting style, he is nicknamed 'Young Viru' after Virender Sehwag. | |
| 9. Shreyas Iyer is an avid animal lover who cares for both pets and stray dogs near his home. | |
| 10. His favorite superhero is Superman. | |
| 11. He has a jovial personality like his parents and enjoys playing pranks. | |
| 12. During IPL 2018, Shreyas Iyer took over as captain of 'Delhi Daredevils' from Gautam Gambhir midway through the tournament due to Gambhir's poor batting performance and consecutive losses for the team. | |
| 13. He captained India's U19 team to the quarterfinals of the 2016 World Cup, scoring 315 runs in six matches. |