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Shreyas Iyer Close to Breaking Rohit Sharma's Captaincy Record in 2nd T20I
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What Happened?
Shreyas Iyer aims to surpass Rohit Sharma's record for most T20I runs by an Indian captain in a calendar year during the second T20I against New Zealand in Christchurch.
Key points
- Shreyas Iyer has scored 632 runs in 22 T20I matches since becoming captain.
- He needs 25 more runs to break Rohit Sharma's record of 656 runs in 2022.
- The overall record for most runs by a captain in a calendar year is held by Babar Azam with 939 runs in 2021.
- India lost to Ireland and England under Iyer's captaincy but won against Zimbabwe and Afghanistan.
- India aims to take a 2-0 lead in the series against New Zealand.
Key insights
- Breaking the record could enhance Iyer's reputation as a captain.
- A win in the second T20I would boost India's confidence for the remaining matches.
- Iyer's batting form is crucial for India's success in the series.
Why it matters
Iyer's performance could significantly impact his captaincy record and India's chances in the series.
Entities
Shreyas Iyer· PersonRohit Sharma· PersonNew Zealand· CountryBabar Azam· PersonHagley Oval· LocationIndia· Country
Source
Times Now
