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Shreyas Iyer, the captain of Punjab Kings (PBKS), recently made headlines with a light-hearted interaction involving Sahiba Bali, who has joined the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 as a presenter. This playful exchange took place after Punjab Kings began their IPL 2025 campaign with an incredible win over Gujarat Titans (GT) on 🅷Tuesday.
Sahiba Bali makes her entry into Punjab Kings’ camp
As Sahiba Bali, an aspiring Indian actress and sports presenter, was introduced as one of the presenters for IPL 2025, Iyer humorously questioned her presence by asking, “What are you doing here?” This quip not only showcased Iyer’s playful personality but also set a jovial tone for the tournament’s coverage. The IPL is renowned not just for its thrilling cricket matches but also for its engaging commentary and presentation, which enhance the viewer experience.
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Sahiba is among a star-studded lineup of presenters this season, including well-known figures like Mayanti Langer and Jatin Sapru.
The IPL organizers have emphasized the importance of having a divers👍e panel to cater to the wide-ranging audience that follows the league.
Also READ: From Mayanti Langer to Sahiba Bali – Full list of anchors and presenters for IPL 2025
Shreyas Iyer shines on Punjab Kings’ debut
Shreyas made a spectacular debut for Punjab Kings, leading his team to a victory over Gujarat Titans. His performance was marked by an explosive unbeaten knock of 97 runs off just 42 balls, which included nine sixes and five fours, contributing significantly to PBKS’s total of 243 for 5.
Iyer walked into bat at No. 3 after the early dismissal of Prabhsimran Singh and quickly established a strong partnership with debutant Priyansh Arya, adding 51 runs in just 21 balls. Despite a brief middle-order slump, Iyer’s aggressive batting style shone through as he built crucial partnerships, particularly with Marcus Stoinis and later with Shashank Singh. The latter partnership was particularly notable, as they scored 81 runs together in just 28 ✤balls towards the end of the i🦹nnings.
