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Venkatesh Iyer: India’s Dynamic Cricket All-Rounder
Venkatesh Iyer, born on December 25, 1994, in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, is a prominent Indian cricketer renowned for his left-handed batting and right-arm medium-pace bowling. He gained significant attention during the 2021 Indian Premier League (IPL) season, showcasing his versatility and contributing to his team’s success.
Cricket Career & Stats
- Test Matches: As of 2025, Venkatesh Iyer has not yet made his debut in Test cricket.
- ODI Career: Iyer has represented India in 2 One Day Internationals (ODIs), scoring 24 runs with an average of 12.00.
- T20I Matches: In the Twenty20 International (T20I) arena, he has played 9 matches, accumulating 133 runs at an average of 33.25.
- IPL Career: Iyer’s breakthrough came with the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) during the 2021 IPL season, where he amassed 370 runs in 10 matches at an average of 41.11. His impactful performances were pivotal in KKR’s journey to the finals that year. Hence, KKR auctioned for Rs. 23.75 Cr in 2025 IPL season.
Records & Achievements
- In the 2023 IPL season, Iyer continued his stellar form, scoring over 400 runs, thereby solidifying his reputation as a reliable top-order batsman.
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- His consistent performances have made him one of KKR’s key retained players, with the franchise expecting match-winning contributions from him in upcoming seasons.
Lesser-Known Facts
- Iyer hails from a family with a strong academic background; his father, Rajasekaran Iyer, was a Human Resources consultant, and his mother, Usha Iyer, is a head nurse at Apollo Hospital in Indore. Despite initial reservations from his family regarding a sports career, Iyer pursued his passion for cricket with determination.
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- He holds a degree from the Institute of Management Studies, DAVV, Indore, reflecting his commitment to academics alongside his sports career.
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