NEW DELHI: A day before the much-anticipated Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 Mega Auction, scheduled for November 24-25 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Indian batter Shreyas Iyer delivered a stunning performance to underline his red-hot form.
On Saturday, Iyer hammered a breathtaking 130 not out off just 57 balls in a Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy clash against Goa in Hyderabad. His scintillating innings, featuring 10 sixes and 10 fours, propelled Mumbai to a mammoth total of 250/4 in their 20 overs. Supporting Iyer's effort, Shams Mulani (41) and Prithvi Shaw (33) made crucial contributions.
Red-hot domestic form
Iyer has been in stellar form across formats in domestic cricket, showcasing consistency and match-winning prowess. In addition to this T20 masterclass, he recently recorded a double century (233) against Odisha and a century (142) against Maharashtra in the Ranji Trophy.
His last five domestic innings are:
130 not out (Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy) 42 (Ranji Trophy) 233 (Ranji Trophy) 142 (Ranji Trophy) 30 (Ranji Trophy)
IPL credentials
Having captained the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to an IPL title this year, Iyer's leadership experience combined with his batting exploits makes him one of the most sought-after players in the IPL auction pool. With multiple franchises on the lookout for an experienced Indian batter with proven leadership skills, Iyer is expected to spark a bidding war during the IPL 2025 Mega Auction.
Auction spotlight
The IPL 2025 Mega Auction, to be held at the Abady Al Johar Arena in Jeddah, features 574 players, including some of the biggest names in world cricket. With his explosive form and leadership pedigree, Iyer will undoubtedly be a hot commodity as teams strategize to build winning combinations for the upcoming season.
Iyer's recent performances, capped by this extraordinary T20 century, serve as a timely reminder of his game-changing abilities, ensuring he remains firmly under the radar of all franchises.
