Shreyas Iyer’s sister, Shresta, hits back at insensitive trolls with a powerful Instagram post following PBKS’ 7-wicket loss to RCB.

Shresta Iyer, sister of cricketer Shreyas Iyer, criticized online harassers who sent her abusive messages following Punjab Kings' IPL 2025 defeat against Royal Challengers Bangalore.

New Delhi: Shreyas Iyer’s sister, Shresta, attended the Punjab Kings’ IPL 2025 match against Royal Challengers Bangalore on April 20th. Following Punjab Kings’ loss, she received significant online abuse and hateful messages on social media.

Shreyas Iyer’s sister in the stands supporting Shreyas and PBKS. ❤️ pic.twitter.com/CpvYn01uBN

— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) April 20, 2025

After facing online backlash, a young woman issued a strong rebuttal to negative comments on her Instagram story. She refuted criticism leveled against her family for their support.

“It’s honestly disappointing to see people stoop so low as to blame the family for simply showing up to support. Whether we’re physically present or cheering from afar, our support for the team is unwavering. To those pointing fingers at me ,your shallow mindset is not only laughable, it’s embarrassing. I’ve been there for countless matches ‚India’s and others – and most of them ended in victory. But I guess when you’re busy trolling from behind a screen, facts don’t matter. I am, and always will be, a proud and positive supporter of my brother and his team.”

“Your baseless criticism doesn’t shake me ..it just shows your ignorance. Win or lose, I’ll be right there supporting them, because that’s what real support looks like. Today just wasn’t their day. But losses are a part of the game, something you’d know if you had ever done more than type out hate online. So next time, think twice before coming for someone who’s actually doing what you can’t …Showing up!!”

Shresta Iyer, sister of cricketer Shreyas Iyer, is a successful dancer and choreographer known for her popular social media presence. She uses her online platform to showcase her dance work and share personal aspects of her life with her followers.

Punjab Kings (PBKS) currently hold fourth place in the IPL 2025 standings following a loss to Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB). PBKS has a 5-3 win-loss record after eight matches. RCB, meanwhile, is in third place with 10 points.