Shreyas Iyer showcases bowling skills in Buchi Babu tournament
Shreyas Iyer, a key player in Indian cricket, has showcased his all-round skills in the current Buchi Babu tournament. He represented Mumbai in the match against TNCA XI at the Sri Ramakrishna College Cricket Ground. However, Iyer's performance was particularly noteworthy as he showcased his bowling prowess, imitating the style of IPL teammate Sunil Narine.
Iyer's performance draws attention in the Buchi Babu match
In the ongoing Buchi Babu match, Iyer took to bowling during the 90th over with TNCA XI at 287/5. Despite conceding a six on his final delivery to R. Sonu Yadav, he managed to restrict the opposition to just one run off his first five balls. This display of skill might grab the attention of India's head coach, Gautam Gambhir, who has a keen appreciation for Narine's all-round abilities.
Iyer's Test cricket journey and prospects
Despite his success in shorter formats, Iyer has yet to make a significant impact in Test cricket. Since January 2023, he has accumulated just 187 runs across 12 innings, with an average of only 17.00. His highest score so far is a modest 35. With India set to play 10 Tests over the next four months, including five in Australia, Iyer will have ample opportunities to enhance his record and secure a middle-order position.
Iyer to lead Duleep Trophy team post Buchi Babu tournament
After the Buchi Babu tournament, Iyer will lead Team D as captain in the Duleep Trophy. His off-spin bowling style, reminiscent of his KKR teammate Narine, has garnered attention. This leadership role comes after his successful stint as captain of KKR in IPL 2024, where he led them to victory with Narine being named MVP for his contributions with both bat and ball.
