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Kumble Slams KKR's 'Biggest Mistake' on Shreyas Iyer, Praises His Leadership

Anil kumble on kkr retention Big mistake over Shreyas iyer

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News18•16-03-2026, 14:05

Kumble Slams KKR's 'Biggest Mistake' on Shreyas Iyer, Praises His Leadership

•Anil Kumble criticized KKR's retention policy, calling the release of Shreyas Iyer and Phil Salt a "biggest mistake."
•Shreyas Iyer led KKR to the IPL 2024 trophy, but Gautam Gambhir received credit.
•Iyer then captained Punjab Kings to their first final in 10 years in IPL 2025, impressing Kumble.
•Kumble believes Shreyas is an underestimated leader who constantly has to prove himself despite strong performances.
•KKR now lacks an IPL-winning captain, with Ajinkya Rahane being experienced but not having won the trophy as captain.

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