Shreyas Iyer has built a reputation as one of the most impactful leaders in the TATA IPL, becoming the only player to captain three different franchises to the final. His leadership credentials, combined with consistent batting returns, have made him one of the most sought-after players in the league.\r\nHe began his IPL journey with Delhi Capitals in 2015 as an uncapped player and made an immediate impression, scoring 439 runs to win the Emerging Player of the Season award. His rise within the franchise was swift. By 2018, he was handed the captaincy mid-season, taking over from Gautam Gambhir, and responded with a stunning 93 not out off 40 balls in his first game as skipper. Two years later, he led Delhi to their maiden IPL final in 2020.\r\nIyer moved to Kolkata Knight Riders in 2022, and after missing the 2023 season due to injury, returned to lead them to the title in 2024, further cementing his credentials as an influential captain. His leadership demand peaked at the 2025 mega auction, where Punjab Kings secured him for INR 26.75 Crore, making him the second-most expensive player in IPL history. He repaid that faith by leading Punjab to the final while scoring 604 runs at an average of 50.33.\r\nAlongside his IPL success, Iyer has been a dependable presence for India across formats, adding depth and stability to the middle order.