Jaipur, May 27 -- Punjab Kings (PBKS) batter Shashank Singh heaped praise on team captain Shreyas Iyer following their emphatic seven-wicket win over Mumbai Indians (MI) in Jaipur, a result that secured them a top-two finish in the points table and a place in Qualifier 1 of the Indian Premier League (IPL).

Speaking at the post-match press conference, Shashank highlighted the significant impact Iyer has had on the team culture and environment since taking over the reins.

"Shreyas is a dear friend. I've known him for the past 10-15 years," Shashank said.

"To be very honest, playing under him, with him being the captain, is one of the best things that has happened to me," he added.

Shashank underlined Iyer's inclusive leadership style, p...