Shreyas Iyer's Test career back on track!! Set to feature in..

Shreyas Iyer’s name may have been missed out on in India’s Asia Cup 2025 squad, but the national selectors have handed him a major opportunity that could redefine his career after many heartbreaking setbacks.

Shreyas Iyer has been appointed captain of India A for the red-ball games against Australia. The middle-order batter will lead India A in the two crucial four-day red-ball matches against Australia A, starting September 16 in Lucknow.

Shreyas Iyer appointed India A captain after Asia Cup 2025 snub

With India preparing for the upcoming two-match Test series against the West Indies at home, this captaincy role is seen as part of a larger plan to groom him for the longest format of the game.

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The red-ball matches against Australia A will give Iyer the chance to showcase his leadership, technique, and temperament, and these are the qualities the Indian selectors are keen to assess as they rebuild the Test side for the future after Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma’s retirement.

Shreyas Iyer set for India comeback for West Indies Tests

The India A versus Australia A series is a great platform for Iyer to make his way back into the national setup after being overlooked for the Asia Cup 2025. It is being said that good performance against Australia A could open doors for a Test recall for the Mumbaiker.

As reported by Revsportz, Shreyas Iyer’s leadership role with India A is a part of the national team’s long-term plans, especially with the home series against the West Indies on the horizon. Iyer is in the scheme of things for the West Indies series, and that’s why he was handed the India A captaincy.

🚨 SHREYAS IYER IS BACK 🚨

Shreyas Iyer in the scheme of things for the home Test series against the West Indies - India A captaincy has come along the lines of that. [RevSportz] pic.twitter.com/cIQA4PsCpD

— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) September 7, 2025

Shreyas Iyer makes an emotional plea as floods destroy villages and crops across Punjab

As Punjab reels under one of the worst floods in decades, Punjab Kings (PBKS) captain Shreyas Iyer has made a heartfelt appeal to fans and the public to join hands and support those affected. The disaster has wreaked havoc across the state, submerging over 1,000 villages and destroying crops worth thousands of crores.

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Iyer said in a video posted by Punjab Kings (PBKS), X: “We all know that Punjab's strength and courage are its true identity. The love I've received from the people of Punjab is my greatest strength. Today, the floods have brought us down, but together, we can overcome this challenge. Every contribution you make can give someone new hope. Together, we will see Punjab smiling again. Let’s unite and come together for Punjab. Every contribution counts.”

𝐏𝐮𝐧𝐣𝐚𝐛 𝐤𝐢 𝐡𝐢𝐦𝐦𝐚𝐭 𝐚𝐮𝐫 𝐡𝐚𝐮𝐬𝐥𝐚 𝐮𝐬𝐤𝐢 𝐩𝐞𝐡𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐧! 💪

Join Punjab Kings and Global Sikh Charity as we raise funds for those impacted by the floods!

Head to the 🔗 in our bio and make your contributions now.#TogetherForPunjab #PunjabKings pic.twitter.com/Z2ZsUZptKQ

— Punjab Kings (@PunjabKingsIPL) September 6, 2025

More than 3.84 lakh people are struggling to cope with the devastation, with farmlands and homes washed away. In this hour of crisis, Iyer has urged everyone to donate generously to relief efforts. The Punjab Kings have already joined hands with Global Sikh Charity to raise Rs 2 crore, aiming to provide urgent assistance to stranded families.

Even the IPL franchise has already contributed Rs 33.8 lakhs to fund inflatable rescue boats that are helping evacuate people, deliver medical aid, and supply clean water. These boats will also serve as disaster-response tools in future emergencies.

The floods, caused by heavy rains and swollen rivers, including the Sutlej, Beas, and Ravi, have left about 61,000 hectares of farmland underwater in Punjab.