Shreyas Iyer has proved that captaincy suits him best in the IPL. Known for his composed captaincy and steady batting, Iyer has delivered some spectacular performances in different teams and established himself tested with his ability to lead and play with the bat. Here is an overview of his performances in his first games as captain for a number of teams

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Performance Overview

• For Delhi Capitals (DC): Shreyas Iyer in his maiden match as the DC captain struck an outstanding knock of 93(40). His aggressive batting allowed his side to achieve a difficult score against the rival side, which proved his ability to work under pressure and lead the front.
•  For Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR): Iyer scored 20(19) in his match for KKR. Even though the score was not significant, his ability to stabilize the innings and make partnerships came in handy. His leadership was visible as he guided his team through tough situations, even when batting poorly.
• For Punjab Kings (PBKS): Iyer's performance for PBKS was remarkable, scoring 97(42). His innings ensured the team put up a good score and showed his ability to take charge when the team needed him the most. This innings was a show of his leadership maturity and his pressure-batting ability.

Shreyas Iyer's leadership qualities and consistency have made him a possible IPL captain. Whichever team he captains, be it DC, KKR, or PBKS, on field performances have shown that being a captain improves his abilities the most, making him one of the most exciting young captains in the IPL.