Is Shreyas Iyer Playing Today Match in Himachal Pradesh vs Mumbai VHT?

Himachal Pradesh will take on in the Group C of the ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26. The contest is taking place at the Jaipuria Vidyalaya Ground, Jaipur, on Tuesday, January 6.

The match carries a lot of importance for Himachal Pradesh, as they have eight points in the Vijay Hazare Trophy points table and have to win their remaining two matches anyway. Meanwhile, fans are also closely following this match and are curious to know if Shreyas Iyer is playing or not.

Is Shreyas Iyer Playing Today Match Himachal Pradesh vs Mumbai VHT?

India's star batter Shreyas Iyer is back in domestic cricket as he is playing today's Himachal Pradesh vs Mumbai Vijay Hazare Trophy clash in Jaipur. Shreyas Iyer comeback will be a treat to watch as he isn't just playing, but also leading the side, taking over the captaincy role from Shardul Thakur.

"The MCA is pleased to announce that Shreyas Iyer has been appointed as the Captain of the Mumbai senior men's team for the remaining league matches of the Vijay Hazare Trophy," the Mumbai Cricket Association said on Monday.

Iyer, one of the best ODI batsmen in the world, has been out of action since last year's October, when he sustained a spleen injury while taking a catch during the third ODI against Australia. Shreyas Iyer injury was pretty serious, as he was immediately taken to the hospital for various scans. It would be interesting to see him back on the cricket field after a gap of three months.

While it's great news for his fans, it's also a sigh of relief for the Punjab Kings (PBKS) as Iyer will be seen leading the side in the upcoming season. He was also present during the mini auction, helping his team management in picking some key players. It's worth noting that Iyer took PBKS to the final in IPL 2025, right after taking Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) lift the title for the third time in 2025.

Shreyas Iyer Back In India’s ODI squad

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) recently announced a 15-member squad for the upcoming IND vs NZ ODI series. The announcement saw some notable comebacks and snubs. However, the most talked-about comeback is Shreyas Iyer, one of the best batsmen in India.

Iyer is back in India’s squad after three months. He has also been assigned the deputy of Shubman Gill. His VHT performance will play a significant role in his upcoming appearances in the ODI series and he would like cash in on this golden opportunity to find his rhythm back before the major 50-over assignment.