🧾 About Shreyas Iyer
Shreyas Iyer is a talented Indian cricketer known for his stylish batting, aggressive mindset, and leadership skills. Born on 6 December 1994 in Mumbai, Maharashtra, he rose through the ranks of Mumbai cricket with a solid domestic career and quickly caught the eye of selectors with his elegant stroke play and consistency.
Shreyas made his international debut in 2017, playing both T20Is and ODIs, and later earned his Test cap in 2021, where he made an immediate impact by scoring a century on debut against New Zealand — becoming the 16th Indian to do so.
In the Indian Premier League (IPL), Iyer became a household name during his stint with Delhi Capitals, where he was appointed captain at a young age. Under his leadership, Delhi reached their first-ever IPL final in 2020. In 2022, he moved to Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) and took over captaincy duties there.
Off the field, Shreyas is known for his charismatic personality, love for fashion, and quirky social media presence. A fan favorite, he’s admired not only for his batting but also for his composure and sportsmanship.
With several match-winning innings under his belt and the ability to anchor as well as accelerate, Shreyas Iyer is regarded as a crucial part of India’s middle order and a potential long-term leader in the national setup.
🧑 Personal Information
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Shreyas Santosh Iyer |
| Nickname | Shre |
| Date of Birth | 6 December 1994 |
| Age (as of 2025) | 30 Years |
| Birthplace | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Religion | Hinduism |
| Profession | Cricketer (Batsman) |
| Batting Style | Right-hand bat |
| Bowling Style | Right-arm leg break (occasional) |
| Role | Top-order Batter |
📏 Physical Stats
| Attribute | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Height | 5 feet 11 inches (1.80 m) |
| Weight | 70 kg (approx.) |
| Chest | 40 inches |
| Waist | 32 inches |
| Biceps | 13 inches |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
👨👩👧 Family Details
| Relation | Name |
|---|---|
| Father | Santosh Iyer (Businessman) |
| Mother | Rohini Iyer (Homemaker) |
| Siblings | One sister |
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
| Girlfriend | Rumored: Trisha Kulkarni (not confirmed publicly) |
🎓 Education
| Level | Institution |
|---|---|
| Schooling | Don Bosco High School, Matunga, Mumbai |
| College | R.A. Podar College, Mumbai |
| Cricket Academy | Shivaji Park Gymkhana, Mumbai |
| Mentor | Pravin Amre (former India cricketer) |
🏏 Cricket Career
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Domestic Team | Mumbai |
| IPL Teams | Delhi Capitals (2015–2021), Kolkata Knight Riders (2022–present) |
| International Debut | ODI: 10 Dec 2017 vs Sri Lanka T20I: 1 Nov 2017 vs New Zealand Test: 25 Nov 2021 vs New Zealand |
| Jersey Number | 41 (India and IPL) |
| Captaincy | Led Delhi Capitals in IPL (2018–2020) |
| Notable Records | Scored a century on Test debut (105 vs NZ, 2021) Fastest Indian to score 1000 ODI runs (in 25 innings) |
🏆 Awards & Achievements
| Year | Achievement |
|---|---|
| 2015 | Emerging Player of IPL |
| 2018 | Became Captain of Delhi Daredevils (now Capitals) |
| 2020 | Led DC to their first-ever IPL final |
| 2021 | Test debut century vs New Zealand |
| 2022 | Named ICC Men’s Player of the Month (Feb 2022) |
📱 Social Media Handles
| Platform | Handle |
|---|---|
| @shreyas41 | |
| @ShreyasIyer15 | |
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