Priyansh Arya Lauds Shreyas Iyer as a Top Leader in Cricket

Priyansh Arya, a player for Punjab Kings and Outer Delhi Warriors, has praised Shreyas Iyer as one of cricket's best leaders. During the unveiling of the Outer Delhi Warriors' new jersey for the upcoming Delhi Premier League Season 2, Arya emphasized the importance of teamwork and winning. The event showcased the team's new identity and colors, which are expected to resonate with fans. With Parthiv Patel as mentor, the Warriors are preparing to make a strong debut in the league, aiming for the championship title. Read on to discover more about their preparations and aspirations.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jul 31, 2025, 02:01 IST

Praise for Shreyas Iyer

In a recent event, Priyansh Arya, a batter for Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Outer Delhi Warriors, expressed high regard for PBKS captain Shreyas Iyer, labeling him as one of the finest leaders in cricket.

Iyer previously led the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to their third Indian Premier League (IPL) championship in 2024. However, he was released by KKR the following year and subsequently acquired by Punjab Kings during the 2025 IPL mega auction.

As the new captain of PBKS, Iyer steered the team to the IPL 2025 finals, where they faced a narrow defeat against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) by just six runs.

During the official jersey unveiling for the Outer Delhi Warriors ahead of the Delhi Premier League (DPL) Season 2, Arya remarked, "You must have seen Captain Shreyas Iyer. He won the KKR final last year. I consider him to be one of the best leaders in cricket."

The event featured franchise mentor Parthiv Patel, captain Siddhant Sharma, and key players including Arya and Suyash Sharma, showcasing the new team colors for the upcoming DPL season.

The new kit was positively received within the Delhi cricket community, with Parthiv, Priyansh, and Suyash discussing its significance in shaping the team's identity and connecting with the NCR audience.

Arya highlighted the importance of teamwork and the collective responsibility to win, stating, "I feel that I should win for my team as many matches as I can. Every player plays with the responsibility of winning for the team. The same applies to last year’s team as well."

The Outer Delhi Warriors are gearing up for their debut in the Delhi Premier League Season 2, with team officials optimistic that the new jersey will bring good luck to the current squad.

With Parthiv Patel mentoring the franchise, the Outer Delhi Warriors are positioning themselves as serious contenders for the title, bolstered by T20 talents like Suyash Sharma and Priyansh Arya. Fans can look forward to seeing the Warriors in their new uniforms as they strive for the DPL championship.