Full Name: Shreyas Santosh Iyer Date of Birth: December 6, 1994 Birthplace: Mumbai, Maharashtra Teams: India National Team, Kolkata Knight Riders (IPL), Mumbai (domestic) Shreyas Iyer is a picture of calm amid chaos — a middle-order rock with a classic technique and modern flair. He is one of India's most dependable batters across formats, known for his composure under pressure, elegance through the off-side, and hunger to thrive at the highest level. From the cricketing nurseries of Mumbai to captaining IPL franchises and starring for the national team, Iyer’s journey is all about measured strides and unwavering belief. Born in Mumbai to a Tamil Brahmin father and a Tulu mother, Shreyas grew up in the cricket-rich neighborhood of Shivaji Park. His talent was spotted early, and coach Pravin Amre — a former India international — took him under his wing. Amre’s disciplined mentoring and Iyer’s natural strokeplay helped him climb the ranks quickly. At Don Bosco High School and later Ramniranjan Anandilal Podar College, he dominated inter-school tournaments, often drawing comparisons to the great Virender Sehwag. Shreyas first made waves in the 2014–15 Ranji Trophy season, amassing over 800 runs and helping Mumbai to a strong campaign. He was soon picked by Delhi Daredevils (now Capitals) in the IPL 2015 auction for ₹2.6 crore — the highest amount for an uncapped player at the time. He won the Emerging Player award that season and continued to impress with his fearless strokeplay and temperament. Iyer's big leap came in 2018, when he was appointed captain of Delhi Capitals mid-season. Under his leadership, the team transformed into title contenders, reaching the IPL 2020 final. He led with clarity, calmness, and consistent performances, solidifying his reputation as a thoughtful leader. His India debut came in November 2017 in a T20I against New Zealand, but it was in the ODI format where he found his calling. He cemented his spot as India’s No. 4 — a position that had long troubled the team. Iyer’s ability to anchor innings and accelerate in the latter stages made him a crucial part of India’s white-ball core. In Test cricket, Iyer made a dream debut in November 2021 against New Zealand, scoring a brilliant century in Kanpur, becoming the first Indian to score a hundred and a fifty on Test debut. His calm approach, compact technique, and aggression against spin made him a reliable option, especially in Indian conditions. However, his journey hasn’t been without hurdles. In 2021 and again in 2023, Iyer suffered back injuries that required surgery, ruling him out for months. But each time, he returned stronger, mentally tougher, and more determined. Off the field, Iyer is known for his sharp fashion sense, love for dance, and witty presence on social media. Despite the glitz, he remains humble, rooted in his cricketing purpose. Shreyas Iyer symbolizes quiet strength — a batter who may not make noise but makes every run count. For a team in transition or in turmoil, Iyer is often the calm in the storm — steady, stylish, and steadfast.