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Aakash Chopra: Shreyas Iyer never says negative things
Shreyas Iyer took over as India's full-time T20I captain in June 2026, replacing Suryakumar Yadav after the T20 World Cup win. But his start has been rocky, with only two wins in…
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Shreyas Iyer took over as India's full-time T20I captain in June 2026, replacing Suryakumar Yadav after the T20 World Cup win. But his start has been rocky, with only two wins in nine matches. Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra has now praised Iyer's captaincy style, saying he never speaks negatively and believes in the power of manifesting.
Speaking on Doordarshan's The Great Indian Cricket Show, Chopra said Iyer builds a positive environment by not scolding or pressurising young players. He contrasted this with captains who add unnecessary pressure. Chopra argued that players perform best when they are at ease, and Iyer's calm approach helps bring out their best.
The Indian Opinion
Fans and pundits will rightly point to Iyer's poor win-loss record as captain. Positivity alone does not win matches, results do. But Chopra's point is subtler: a captain who creates ease can extract more from a young side over time. The real test is whether this environment translates into victories, especially in high-pressure tournaments. Iyer's next series will show if his method holds up.
Source: sports.ndtv.com
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