Shreyas iyer test comeback refusal: Shreyas Iyer ’s journey back to the

Shreyas Iyer ’s journey back to the Indian team has been nothing short of a redemption arc. After being sidelined from T20Is and Tests for over a year, the stylish right-hander is now on the brink of a comeback across formats. Once labelled as out of favor, Iyer has forced the selectors to take notice, all thanks to his consistent performances and leadership for Punjab Kings in IPL 2025. Also read: Why the Australia A series is the perfect chance for Shreyas Iyer to turn his red-ball career around Iyer last played Test cricket in early 2024 against England. With India going through a transition following the retirements of Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and R Ashwin, and a home season coming up with assignments against West Indies and South Africa, Iyer would be hoping to make a strong case for a comeback to the Test side. His start to the season, however, hasn't helped his ... Shreyas Iyer scored nearly 500 runs in Ranji, won trophies as captain, fixed his short-ball issues, and yet found no place in India’s Test squad. Ajit Agarkar’s rationale raises more questions than answers. India's Shreyas Iyer revealed his decision to take a six-month break from red-ball cricket, citing physical demands.