Shreyas Iyer, the seasoned Indian batter and Punjab Kings captain in IPL 2025, has raised concerns over his fitness after sustaining an unexpected injury to his right index finger during a practice session. While the full extent of the injury is still unknown, Iyer’s comments following the match have sparked discussions about his availability for the remainder of the season and how the injury might impact his game moving forward.
After Punjab Kings’ recent encounter against Rajasthan Royals, Iyer was seen pointing at his right index finger during the post-match presentation and expressed uncertainty over the nature of the injury. “The reason is the finger over here,” he said, pointing to the affected area. “I don’t know what has happened. Yesterday, while practising, I got hit. I will have to go and check what the issue is here.” The revelation has caught attention given Iyer’s role as both a key batter and captain in the squad.
Despite the injury, Iyer still turned up to bat, which in itself speaks volumes about his commitment to the team. He managed to contribute with a composed 30 off 25 deliveries, an effort that helped set up a competitive total for Punjab Kings. His innings was filled with intelligent stroke play, showing that even while in discomfort, Iyer possesses the resilience and focus to play a responsible knock for his side.
However, what was unusual was Iyer’s absence on the field during the Royals’ run chase. It was later confirmed that Harpreet Brar took his place on the field as an impact substitute, while Shashank Singh took charge of the on-field leadership duties. This development added to the intrigue and signaled that the finger injury might be more serious than initially assumed.
The incident has come at a crucial stage in the season, where every point is vital in the race to the playoffs. Punjab Kings, still jostling for a position in the top four, rely heavily on Iyer’s leadership and experience, both in pressure situations with the bat and as a tactician in the field. Any prolonged absence could be a setback for the team’s momentum in a tightly contested tournament.
Injuries are not new territory for Iyer, who has previously battled through fitness issues, including back problems that sidelined him during important stretches of earlier seasons. But the timing of this finger injury, occurring just before a key phase of the competition, is particularly worrying. The franchise medical team is expected to conduct scans and provide a clearer update soon, but until then, there will be an air of uncertainty around his participation.
That said, Iyer’s willingness to play through pain and still deliver an important knock reflects his value not just in terms of runs but as a determined leader. He remains a vital cog in Punjab’s campaign, and fans will be hoping for positive news regarding his condition in the coming days.
If the injury turns out to be minor, Iyer could still feature in the remaining matches without major disruption. However, if a fracture or ligament damage is detected, it may force him onto the sidelines — something Punjab Kings will want to avoid at all costs during this crucial period of the tournament.
As the IPL season enters its final stretch, the spotlight will remain firmly on Shreyas Iyer’s fitness. For now, all eyes will be on the medical assessment that follows and whether the Punjab captain can continue leading from the front, or if the team will have to find temporary solutions in his absence.
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