The informal face-off saw both players indulging in humorous exchanges, with Iyer at one point teasing Shashank over his bowling action and field placements. In one memorable moment, as Shashank prepared to bowl a short delivery, Iyer cheekily quipped, “Woakes hai kya tu?” (Are you Woakes?), comparing his teammate to England pacer Chris Woakes
The duo has shared a strong rapport since joining forces at the Punjab Kings franchise (Pic: Screengrab/Punjab Kings Instagram)
Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer and his teammate Shashank Singh recently engaged in a light-hearted Super Over challenge at Iyer’s residence, offering fans a fun glimpse into their off-field camaraderie. Iyer and Singh, who played pivotal roles for Punjab Kings in the IPL 2025 season, recreated match-day intensity in a friendly setting.
The informal face-off saw both players indulging in humorous exchanges, with Iyer at one point teasing Shashank over his bowling action and field placements. In one memorable moment, as Shashank prepared to bowl a short delivery, Iyer cheekily quipped, “Woakes hai kya tu?” (Are you Woakes?), comparing his teammate to England pacer Chris Woakes. The comment sparked laughter, with Shashank responding in good spirits as the banter continued throughout the game.
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The duo has shared a strong rapport since joining forces at the Punjab Kings franchise. While Singh was among the few retained players ahead of the 2025 season, the franchise made headlines by securing Iyer’s services from Kolkata Knight Riders. The move paid dividends almost immediately, as Iyer led Punjab Kings to their first IPL final in over a decade.
Shreyas Iyer's IPL 2025 stats at a glance
Despite falling short by just six runs in a closely fought title clash against Royal Challengers Bangalore at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, the team’s performance under Iyer’s leadership was widely praised. The right-handed batter had an exceptional campaign, amassing 604 runs in 17 innings at a stellar average of 50.33 and a strike rate of 175.07. His consistency and tactical acumen brought stability to the side and reinvigorated their playoff ambitions.
Shashank Singh's IPL 2025 stats at a glance
Singh, too, enjoyed a breakthrough season, scoring 350 runs in 14 innings at an impressive strike rate of 153.50. His fearless middle-order contributions added depth to the batting line-up, often providing the momentum in crucial phases of the game. Given their successful partnership both on and off the field, the Punjab Kings management is expected to retain both Iyer and Shashank ahead of the IPL 2026 season.
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