Shreyas Iyer is all geared up for a sentimental comeback to Eden Gardens as he captains Punjab Kings against his old team, Kolkata Knight Riders, in a crucial IPL 2025 match. It was just last year that Iyer led KKR to their first IPL trophy in a decade and became a crowd favorite at the historic Kolkata ground.
Now, in Punjab colors, he has the task of spoiling KKR's playoff chances on his familiar home ground.
Iyer's switch to Punjab Kings before the 2025 season was one of the most discussed transfers, and his captaincy has brought new life to the team. His experience of Eden's conditions may prove to be decisive as Punjab seek to revive their campaign against a KKR team still featuring a formidable core from their championship campaign.
The Eden Gardens fans, who are notorious for their zeal, will accord Iyer a warm welcome for his role in KKR's revival last year.
This is not just a point contesting match—it's Iyer's homecoming and a loyalty test for Kolkata supporters, as the two teams fight for a pivotal win in the IPL playoff hunt
