Shreyas Iyer has opened up about his move from Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to Punjab Kings (PBKS).
Iyer led KKR to the IPL 2024 title, after which the 30-year-old moved to PBKS through the 2025 mega auction. In his first season with PBKS, he helped the team reach the final – their first in 11 years.
In a conversation with GQ India, Iyer said that at PBKS, he received the support and respect he had been seeking.
“I offer a lot as a captain and a player. If I get respect, anything can be accomplished,” he said.
The PBKS skipper explained how the Punjab-based franchise made him feel valued from the outset.
“This is what happened at Punjab. They gave me all the support I needed — whether it was the coaches, management, or players. I was coming off a high, having just helped India win the Champions Trophy. So all the stakeholders at Punjab Kings were eager to hear from me and have me contribute meaningfully. This allowed me to be decisive both on and off the field. I was involved in every meeting with the management and coaches, contributing strategically. This is something I love!” added Iyer.
Speaking about KKR, Iyer admitted he did not feel as involved as he does now at PBKS.
“I was part of the conversation but wasn’t completely in the mix. I’ve had to work my way up to get to the position I’m in now,” he revealed.
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