WI Star Faces Social Media Backlash for Praising Player’s Role in KKR’s IPL Victory, Not Gautam Gambhir

Former West Indies cricketer Ian Bishop faced backlash on social media after praising Shreyas Iyer for his leadership in Kolkata Knight Riders’ IPL 2024 victory. Despite the spotlight being on mentor Gautam Gambhir, Bishop emphasized the crucial role played by Iyer in guiding the team to their first IPL trophy in a decade.

Bishop’s comments came after KKR’s dominant performance against Sunrisers Hyderabad in the final, where Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Venkatesh Iyer’s batting brilliance, coupled with a disciplined pace attack, secured an 8-wicket victory for the team.

In a post-match interview, Sunil Narine expressed his joy at the team’s success, attributing their performance to a collective effort and the supportive environment created by Gambhir. Narine highlighted the importance of early wickets and the team’s ability to handle pressure, which ultimately led to their triumph in the tournament.

Despite facing criticism on social media, Bishop stood by his praise for Shreyas Iyer and emphasized the need to recognize the captain’s contributions to KKR’s success. As the cricketing world celebrates KKR’s IPL victory, the focus remains on the team’s collective effort and the leadership qualities displayed by both Gambhir and Iyer throughout the tournament.