Shreyas Iyer‘s much-anticipated return to action in the Ranji Trophy semifinal between Mumbai and Tamil Nadu turned out to be a disappointment. After being dismissed for just three runs off eight balls, Iyer’s comeback fell short of expectations.
Iyer, who had been released from the Indian Test team and was embroiled in a contract saga with the BCCI, was eagerly awaited by fans for his return to domestic cricket. However, his performance in the semifinal did not live up to the hype.
Coming in after the dismissal of Mumbai captain Ajinkya Rahane, Iyer faced a tough challenge against Tamil Nadu’s bowlers. He was immediately put under pressure, with Tamil Nadu keen on exploiting his weaknesses. Despite his efforts, Iyer was dismissed cheaply, failing to make an impact with the bat.
Iyer’s absence from domestic cricket had sparked controversy, as he had ignored the BCCI’s directive to participate in the Ranji Trophy after being dropped from the Indian Test team. This led to his removal from the BCCI’s annual retainership for the 2023/24 season. Despite recovering from a back injury, Iyer’s late availability for the semifinal was not enough to salvage his reputation.
With the IPL 2024 season on the horizon, Iyer will be looking to redeem himself with Kolkata Knight Riders. However, his lackluster performance in the Ranji Trophy semifinal has raised questions about his form and readiness for the upcoming tournament.
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