Champions Trophy 2025: Shreyas Iyer turning out to be complete package for India at No.4 spot

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Champions Trophy 2025: Shreyas Iyer has shown remarkable resilience in the last few months. Being dropped from the BCCI contract list could have been a huge setback, but he's proving himself again with his performances.

In fact, that was the strong defence chief selector Ajit Agarkar had given after Indian coach Gautam Gambhit had objected to his inclusion in the Champions Trophy 15-member team. In the end, Iyer proved Gambhir wrong and Agarkar right.

With his fluent stroke-making ability and penchant to build partnerships, Iyer is clearly one of the best No. 4 batter in India right now. He can build an innings and even finish it as well. His ability to tackle short-pitched deliveries, once considered a weakness, has improved. So, he is turned out to be a complete package for India not only in ODIs but could also be used in T20 cricket.

Also, thanks to India's assistant coach Abhishek Nair, who has been instrumental in shaping Iyer into a complete batter. Their long-standing association, dating back to Iyer's early days in Mumbai cricket, has helped him refine his game, especially against short-pitched bowling -- something that once troubled him.

With Nair's guidance and Iyer's determination, he has evolved into a dependable middle-order batter. If he continues this trajectory, he could be a crucial asset for India at the 2027 World Cup in South Africa, where conditions might demand strong technique against pace and bounce. His hunger for runs makes him a serious contender for a long-term role in the Indian setup.

Iyer isn't just excelling with the bat - his fielding has been top-notch as well. His quick reflexes, sharp throws, and athleticism make him a valuable asset on the field. That one-hand pick-up and direct hit have almost become his signature move.

At a time when the Indian team is going through a transition, experienced players like Iyer bring stability. He has already proved that he can adapt to different roles, whether it's anchoring the innings or accelerating when needed. Given his current form and versatility, India would do well to back him and let him thrive without unnecessary experiments. His best years are just be ahead of him!