
Punjab Kings (PBKS) captain Shreyas Iyer is demonstrating strong leadership commitment by leading the franchise's delegation at the upcoming IPL 2026 mini-auction in Abu Dhabi on December 16. Despite currently being sidelined with an injury that caused him to miss the recent ODI series against South Africa, Iyer will be present at the auction table to guide the team's strategic decisions.
This hands-on approach underscores Iyer’s dedication to the franchise, which he successfully led to the IPL final for the first time since 2014 in the previous season. His involvement is crucial as PBKS looks to finalize their squad, although they are expected to have a quiet auction with only ₹11.5 crore remaining in their purse and four slots to fill.
Iyer's presence ensures continuity in the team's vision, building on his stellar performance in 2025 where he finished as the team's highest run-scorer, accumulating 604 runs including six fifties. His leadership off the field, particularly in the high-stakes environment of the auction, will be vital as PBKS aims to secure their maiden IPL title in the upcoming season.

“According to reports, India star Shreyas Iyer will be leading the Punjab Kings delegation in the auction... Shreyas Iyer joined Punjab Kings ahead of the 2025 season and made an instant impact. Leading his team from the front, he helped Punjab Kings qualify for the final for the first time since 2014.”
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We are hearing positive developments around Shreyas. He is very likely to play two games for Mumbai on January 3 and January 6. The final schedule will depend on clearance from CoE but signs are positive for playing those games in Jaipur. He is batting well in the nets and no discomfort,
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We are hearing positive developments around Shreyas. He is very likely to play two games for Mumbai on January 3 and January 6. The final schedule will depend on clearance from CoE but signs are positive for playing those games in Jaipur. He is batting well in the nets and no discomfort,
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India's ODI vice-captain Shreyas Iyer has begun batting practice sessions post-injury in Mumbai, showing no discomfort.
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“According to reports, India star Shreyas Iyer will be leading the Punjab Kings delegation in the auction... Shreyas Iyer joined Punjab Kings ahead of the 2025 season and made an instant impact. Leading his team from the front, he helped Punjab Kings qualify for the final for the first time since 2014.”