Shreyas Iyer IPL

Akshita Patel

Shreyas Iyer IPL [Source: @PunjabKingsIPL/X.com]Shreyas Iyer IPL [Source: @PunjabKingsIPL/X.com]

Shreyas Iyer, a stylish middle-order batsman, had an inspiring journey from the streets of Mumbai to being an all-format international cricketer for India. Born and raised in Mumbai, Shreyas was inspired by the legends Sachin Tendulkar and Rohit Sharma to pursue a career in the competitive field of cricket.

His journey was filled with ups and downs; the Indian Premier League (IPL) completely changed the graph of his career. 

Here’s a detailed look at Shreyas Iyer’s IPL journey. 

Shreyas Iyer IPL Career

Having made his IPL debut in 2015 for then Delhi Daredevils, the Mumbai lad went on to establish himself as one of the most successful and underrated captains. 

He led Delhi Capitals (previously known as Delhi Daredevils) for three seasons and took them to their maiden and only final appearance in 2020.

Iyer joined Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) a few of years down the line and won a title in the IPL 2024 season. Despite all the glory, he entered the mega auction in IPL 2025 to fetch an astronomical price from Punjab Kings (PBKS).

Shreyas Iyer IPL Team

Shreyas Iyer IPL Team [Source: @PunjabKingsIPL/X.com]Shreyas Iyer IPL Team [Source: @PunjabKingsIPL/X.com]

Year
Team
2015-2017
Delhi Daredevils
2018-2021
Delhi Capitals
2022-2024
Kolkata Knight Riders
2025-Present
Punjab Kings

Shreyas Iyer IPL Salary

Year
Team
Salary
2015-2017Delhi DaredevilsINR 2.6 crore
2018-2021Delhi CapitalsINR 7 crore
2022-2024Kolkata Knight Riders
INR 12.25 crore
2025-PresentPunjab Kings
INR 26.75 crore

Shreyas Iyer IPL Stats

Shreyas Iyer has played for DC, KKR, and PBKS in IPL (X.com)Shreyas Iyer has played for DC, KKR, and PBKS in IPL (X.com)

Criteria
Stats
Matches
129
Runs3641
Highest Score97
Average 34.03
Strike Rate132.31
50s26
100s0
200s-

Shreyas Iyer IPL Captaincy Record

Shreyas Started his IPL journey with Delhi Daredevils (X.com)Shreyas Started his IPL journey with Delhi Daredevils (X.com)

Shreyas Iyer Captaincy Record in IPL
Delhi Capitals (Delhi Daredevils)
Kolkata Knight Riders
Punjab Kings
Total
Span 2015-20212022-20242025-present 2015-present
Total Matches 41291484
Matches won 2317949
Matches lost 1811433
Win percentage 56.10%58.62%64.29%58.33%
No result -112
Runs scored 12427525142508
Fifties 85518

Shreyas Iyer IPL Injury

IPL Season
Type of Injury
2025Wound in forefinger
2024Back Injury Continuing
2023Back Injury
2022No severe injury
2021Shoulder dislocation
2020Shoulder pain
2019Sprain in right arm
2018No major injury
2017Chicken Pox
2016No injury
2015No severe injury

FAQs: Shreyas Iyer IPL

Q.1 Which team is Shreyas Iyer in IPL 2025?

Answer: In the IPL 2025 Mega Auction, Punjab Kings bought Shreyas Iyer for a whopping 26.75 Crore INR.

Q.2 Which IPL team was Shreyas Iyer in?

Answer: Before joining PBKS, Shreyas Iyer played and captained the Delhi Capitals and Kolkata Knight Riders. 

Q.3 Is Shreyas Iyer a good captain?

Answer: Yes, Shreyas Iyer is a good captain. Iyer has a 58.33% win percentage in his IPL captaincy records and an 83.3% playoff qualification rate as captain.

Q.4 Why did KKR leave Shreyas Iyer?

Answer: Kolkata Knight Riders had to let go of their IPL 2024 winning captain, Shreyas Iyer, due to a disagreement over the retention amount. 

Q.5 What is the price of Shreyas Iyer in IPL 2025?

Answer: Punjab Kings (PBKS) bought Shreyas Iyer in IPL 2025 for a whopping price of INR 26.75 crore. This figure made Iyer the second most expensive player in IPL auction history.