Iyer Reflects on Asia Cup 2025 Squad Omission, Cites Frustration and Integrity

The selection of the Indian squad for the Asia Cup 2025 included a surprise: Shreyas Iyer was left out. In a iQOOO podcast, Iyer shared his reaction to this development. He expressed that it is frustrating when an athlete believes they should be in the playing XI. He also noted the importance of supporting those who are performing well. Iyer stressed the significance of integrity, emphasizing the need to maintain a strong work ethic even when not being watched. He also said, preparation is key and the performance on the field is a reflection of what you do off the field. He added if the preparation is good, then underperformance will only happen once or twice.