Shreyas Iyer Joins Elite Group of IPL Captains with 100 Matches Led
Shreyas Iyer Joins MS Dhoni, Rohit And Kohli, Achieves Massive IPL Feat

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Shreyas Iyer, captain of Punjab Kings, has become the fifth player in Indian Premier League (IPL) history to lead a team in 100 matches. This milestone places him alongside legendary captains like MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli, and Rohit Sharma, showcasing his tactical prowess and leadership across three franchises.
- 01Iyer achieved this milestone during the IPL 2026 match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
- 02He has led teams in 100 matches across Delhi Capitals, Kolkata Knight Riders, and Punjab Kings.
- 03Iyer's captaincy record includes 56 wins, 40 losses, and 3 no-results, giving him a win percentage of 58.3%.
- 04He is the only captain in IPL history to lead three different teams to the finals.
- 05Iyer's leadership journey includes guiding Delhi Capitals to their first final and winning the IPL title with Kolkata Knight Riders.
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Shreyas Iyer reached a significant milestone on Sunday, becoming the fifth player to captain in 100 matches in the Indian Premier League (IPL) during Punjab Kings' game against Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium. This achievement places him in an elite group alongside renowned captains like MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli, Gautam Gambhir, and Rohit Sharma. Iyer's captaincy journey spans three franchises: he led Delhi Capitals to their first IPL final in 2020, captained Kolkata Knight Riders to an IPL title in 2024, and is currently with Punjab Kings. His record stands at 56 victories and a win percentage of 58.3%, tying him with Dhoni for the best win rate among IPL captains. Despite a rocky season for Punjab Kings, which included a seven-match unbeaten start followed by five consecutive losses, Iyer's leadership continues to evolve, solidifying his legacy in the league. Dhoni remains at the top with 235 matches led throughout his career.
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