Shreyas Iyer Set To Be Released By KKR After Asking For 'Exorbitant Salary': Report

31.10.2024 - 05:15 sports.ndtv.com

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) captain Shreyas Iyer is set to be released in the Indian Premier League (IPL) auction after talks with the franchise over continuity didn't materialise.

Iyer joined the Knight Riders after an exceptional spell with the Delhi Capitals in which he led the franchise to a final as well.

It was under Iyer's captaincy that KKR bagged their third IPL title, beating Sunrisers Hyderabad in the final. However, Iyer's stocks have been falling over the last year or so, with his form and international status taking a big hit.

According to a report in Cricbuzz, Iyer wanted an exorbitant salary to be retained by the Knight Riders. However, the franchise didn't pay heed to his demands.

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