Why Did KKR Release Champion Captain Shreyas Iyer? The Truth Revealed
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) surprised the cricketing world when they released Shreyas Iyer, their championship-winning captain, ahead of the IPL 2025 mega auction. Under Iyer’s leadership, KKR clinched the IPL 2024 title, making their decision to part ways with him even more shocking. The reasons behind this move were unclear for months, but recent revelations shed light on the situation. Shreyas Iyer, now with Punjab Kings after being bought for a record-breaking ₹26.75 crore in the mega auction, admitted that he was surprised and disappointed by KKR’s decision. Speaking to Inside Sports, Iyer revealed that the franchise did not engage…