Shreyas Iyer’s sister, Shresta, has become the talk of social media after a washed-out IPL clash between Punjab Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders at Eden Gardens. With KKR securing “one point out of jail” on Monday night, a short clip of Shresta taking a light-hearted jab at the opposition quickly went viral—sparking backlash from some KKR supporters.
Key takeaways
- Shresta posted a comment aimed at Punjab Kings supporters after the KKR-PBKS match at Eden Gardens was washed out.
- KKR fans reacted strongly, alleging that her remarks were disrespectful toward the franchise linked to Shreyas Iyer’s earlier IPL success.
- On Tuesday evening, Shresta clarified she had not intended any personal attack and said the banter was meant to be playful.
- The match was abandoned due to rain, with both teams sharing one point each.
- Punjab Kings climbed to the top of the points table with five points, while KKR moved to eighth place and kept their campaign alive.
Viral jibe after the washout
After KKR managed to salvage a point from the no-result game on Monday night, Shresta was seen taking a dig at the opponent. She suggested that Punjab Kings effectively “gifted” KKR a point, a line that drew attention online almost immediately.
In the viral clip, Shresta spoke in Punjabi: “Saade Punjabiyan da dil vadda hunda hai, lo de ditta ek point.” The message translates to, “Punjabis have a big heart. Take the one point.” The short exchange, intended as a playful moment, quickly became a talking point across platforms.
KKR supporters object; Shresta issues clarification
Not everyone took the remark in the same spirit. Some KKR fans claimed that Shresta’s comment crossed a line—arguing that she personally targeted the franchise and showed disrespect to the team that Shreyas once represented. They also pointed to the fact that KKR won an IPL title in 2024, increasing the sensitivity around any public jibe.
On Tuesday evening, Shresta responded with a clarification. She said she did not attack anyone personally and maintained that there should still be space for fun in the IPL. She further added that she could not understand why “hatred” was being spread in her name.
In a video shared through Instagram Stories, Shresta said: “Guys, I don’t understand why the hatred is being spread. It’s just a game. The videos are just for fun, and I am here to support my brother. I will continue to do that. No hate for any team, it’s just a game. Everyone should take it sportingly.”
She also emphasised her intent, adding: “I understand aggression. I wasn’t trolling anybody. It was my way of celebration, and I am going to continue doing that. I am just here to say no hate for anybody. Only love is a game. We all should have fun. The rivalry should show, no matter what. There were no personal attacks, just chill. Peace out, guys.”
What happened in the KKR vs PBKS washout
Rain played a decisive role in the match between KKR and Punjab Kings. On Monday, KKR won the toss and chose to bat first at Eden Gardens.
The innings got off to a rocky start for KKR: they lost Finn Allen and Cameron Green in the second over, with Xavier Bartlett getting both wickets. However, once the game reached 3.4 overs, the weather intervened and the rain stopped any further play.
With the outfield getting too wet, the contest was eventually called off. As a result, the match ended with both sides sharing a single point each.
On the points table, Punjab Kings moved to the top with five points. Meanwhile, KKR opened their account and rose to eighth place, with their tally placed ahead of Gujarat Titans and Chennai Super Kings.
