Shreyas Iyer Returns with Tried-and-True Batting Stance Against Australia
In the recent second ODI in Adelaide, Indian batsman Shreyas Iyer is reintroducing his previous upright stance to combat the extra bounce faced on Australian pitches. This strategic shift is evident during his resilient knock of 61 from 77 balls, and he is using a stance he had already been trying in domestic games and against Australia A before bringing it into the ODI series.
Embracing Familiar Techniques for Better Adaptability
Iyer’s adjustment is coming from his desire to improve against high-paced short-pitched deliveries. Although excluded from India’s Test and T20I squads, Iyer is using the break to refine his technique, which harks back to his formative cricket years. He is saying, “Since last year, I wanted to have an upright stance where the bounce is a little more than expected.”
The Mumbai native credits his coach for aiding this transition, noting that his childhood batting style naturally used an upright stance, which is now proving useful. “Even in Mumbai, when we play on red-soil wickets where the bounce is extra, it helps,” Iyer notes.
Physical Challenges and Career Adjustments
Iyer is also managing physical limits while reshaping his career. He last played for India during the undefeated Champions Trophy in the UAE in March, and since then he has played the IPL, two first-class matches, and captained India A in three one-day matches against Australia A. During this period he is deciding to focus on limited-overs formats and is requesting a six-month break from red-ball cricket from the BCCI, citing that his body is not supporting the intensity of long-format play.
He explains, “In ODIs, you know you will get rest after one day and be able to recover. Not in Tests.”
Looking ahead, Iyer’s return to his old stance is likely strengthening his role within India’s ODI setup, showing his commitment to adaptability and resilience in international cricket.
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