Ricky Ponting believes Shreyas Iyer's IPL 2025 performance surge is fueled by his Test squad snub for the England tour. Iyer's unbeaten 87 led Punjab Kings to the IPL final. Ponting expressed disappointment over Iyer's non-selection, stating he deserved a spot based on first-class cricket and IPL form.
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Ricky Ponting believes Shreyas Iyer's IPL 2025 performance surge is fueled by his Test squad snub for the England tour. Iyer's unbeaten 87 led Punjab Kings to the IPL final. Ponting expressed disappointment over Iyer's non-selection, stating he deserved a spot based on first-class cricket and IPL form.