New Delhi, March 20 -- Shreyas Iyer has justified the immense faith shown in him by his Punjab Kings head coach Ricky Ponting, emerging as a pivotal figure in India's triumphant ICC Champions Trophy 2025 campaign.
Iyer, who was backed strongly by the Australian legend ahead of the tournament, finished as India's highest run-getter with 243 runs at an average of 48.6. His crucial contributions in the knockout stages, including a composed 45 against Australia and a match-winning 48 against New Zealand, reinforced Ponting's belief in his abilities.
Speaking at a media interaction ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, Iyer credited Ponting's unwavering support for instilling confidence in him. "He made me feel like I am a great playe...