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Shreyas Iyer, who led Kolkata Knight Riders to their third IPL title, faced an unexpected setback when KKR chose not to retain him for the 2025 season. Adding to the challenges, he also lost his BCCI central contract. However, despite these struggles, Iyer never lost faith in himself.
His determination shone through in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, where he played a crucial knock for India. Known for his aggressive stroke play, he kept the scoreboard ticking with quick shots, ensuring India had a competitive total.
After a long wait, India finally clinched the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, defeating New Zealand in a thrilling final. The moment of victory was pure ecstasy for Iyer, who couldn’t contain his excitement. He lost his cool and broke into a celebratory dance, recreating Virat Kohli’s iconic white-coat celebration from India’s 2013 Champions Trophy win.
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