Shreyas Iyer Faces BCCI Backlash: A Lesson in Prioritizing Domestic Cricket
Shreyas Iyer, the Kolkata Knight Riders captain, lost his BCCI central contract due to skipping a Ranji Trophy game. Despite this setback, he returned to domestic cricket, aiming for a T20I comeback through IPL 2024.
The BCCI’s Move
The BCCI dropped Shreyas Iyer and Ishan Kishan from the central contract list for missing a Ranji Trophy game, against the board’s directive. While Ishan Kishan missed Jharkhand’s last league match, Iyer skipped Mumbai’s quarter-final. Kishan later resumed training with the Pandya brothers and played in a Mumbai T20 tournament.
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Brad Hogg’s Advice
Former KKR player Brad Hogg advised Iyer to prioritize state cricket over IPL practice. Hogg mentioned Virat Kohli, emphasizing that even the most experienced players like Kohli need breaks and prioritize state-level matches.
Iyer’s Return
Iyer made a Ranji Trophy comeback in the semi-final against Tamil Nadu and is expected to play in the final. Reports of his visit to KKR’s training camp drew criticism from the BCCI.
IPL 2024 and Kolkata Knight Riders
Despite the contract loss, Iyer is set to lead KKR in IPL 2024, making a comeback after missing the previous season due to injury. Nitish Rana, who captained in his absence, will support Iyer.
Iyer’s Mega-Auction Bid
In the IPL 2022 mega-auction, KKR acquired Iyer for Rs 12.25 crore, beating out bids from Delhi Capitals and Gujarat Titans. Iyer’s IPL record includes 2776 runs in 101 matches, with 19 half-centuries.
Looking Ahead
Iyer’s return to domestic cricket and IPL captaincy highlight his determination. His performance in IPL 2024 could pave the way for a T20I return, proving that prioritizing domestic cricket is crucial for national prospects.
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