Chandrakant Pandit, the former head coach of the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), recently shared insights on the controversial decision to release Shreyas Iyer, who has since become a standout performer for the Punjab Kings (PBKS). Under Pandit's coaching, KKR won the IPL 2024 title, but Iyer's release surprised many, especially as he later joined PBKS for ₹26.75 crore. Iyer has since led his new team to the finals of the 2025 season and remains unbeaten in the ongoing 2026 campaign. Pandit expressed regret over losing Iyer, acknowledging his contributions as a captain and player. He explained that team strategies sometimes necessitate tough decisions, and the intense competition for places in the Indian T20I team complicates matters further. Despite Iyer's strong performances, including 208 runs at an average of 52 and a strike rate of 182.45 in the current season, he was left out of the national team. Pandit believes Iyer's current form merits another opportunity with the Indian side, emphasizing that such decisions are ultimately in the hands of the selection committee. He concluded by praising Iyer's maturity and focus on winning games, suggesting that his determination could pave the way for a national team return.