The ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025 is just around the corner and cricket fans across the globe are eagerly awaiting the tournament. WITH India grouped with New Zealand, Bangladeshand Pakistan in Group A, the excitement surrounding the prestigious event is palpable.
As the cricketing world gears up for the tournament that begins on February 19, one of the key questions for every Indian fan is how the team’s batting line-up will shape up and which players will be key in India’s quest for glory.
High expectations from Indian batting unit
The Indian batting line-up will once again carry the weight of expectations, especially with big names like Rohit SharmaVirat Kohliand Shubman Gill expects payment. The middle order will be crucial and Iyer’s flexibility and consistency could play a key role in stabilizing the innings when needed. With the Champions Trophy being one of the biggest stages, all eyes will be on India’s star batsmen.
Where will Shreyas Iyer bat? the star opens in his batting position
As for his batting, Iyer revealed that he was willing to bat anywhere in India’s Champions Trophy line-up. Known for his adaptability in the middle order, Iyer has had the opportunity to bat in a variety of positions for India and has consistently delivered. His willingness to play in any position shows his commitment to the team’s cause.
“I’m flexible and willing to hit anywhere in the batting order,” Iyer said as quoted by ESPNcricinfo.
Iyer also reflected on his partnership with KL Rahul during the Cricket World Cup 2023. He highlighted the key role both played in the middle order, particularly in stabilizing the innings during pressure situations. Their partnership was seen as one of India’s key strengths at the World Cup, as they provided toughness and built partnerships in the middle of the batting order.
“KL (Rahul) and I, played that important role in the middle during the World Cup. We had a great season together. It was just the last part (the final against Australia) that we couldn’t do as we wanted. It will be a proud moment for me if I am selected for the Champions Trophy (teams) to represent the country,” Iyer added.
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Impressive figures in ODIs
Iyer, with an impressive average of 47.5, amassed 2421 runs from 62 ODIs. This tally includes five centuries and 18 fifties, showing his consistency at international level. During Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023Iyer was in superb form, scoring back-to-back centuries, including a crucial knock in the semi-final, helping India reach the final unbeaten.
His World Cup performance finished behind only Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in the run total for India. Iyer last featured for India in August during the three-ODI series against Sri Lanka. As the Champions Trophy approaches, his form and versatility will be crucial to India’s success in the tournament.
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