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The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025<\/strong><\/a> is in full swing, and while the action on the field continues to thrill fans, the drama off the pitch has sparked serious conversations. After Punjab Kings (PBKS)<\/strong> lost a crucial match to Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)<\/strong> on April 20 at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur, the spotlight shifted away from cricket to something far more disappointing\u2014online trolling. Shreyas Iyer<\/strong><\/a>, captain of PBKS, may have faced a tough day on the field, but it was his sister, Shresta Iyer<\/strong>, who bore the brunt of misplaced fan frustration. Attending the game to cheer for her brother, Shresta soon found herself flooded with hateful messages on social media, prompting her to deliver a sharp and dignified rebuttal.<\/p>\n Shresta, a talented dancer, choreographer, and social media personality, has always been a vocal supporter of her brother Shreyas and his cricketing journey. But her show of support during the PBKS vs RCB clash led to an unexpected and ugly backlash. Trollers filled her direct messages with baseless accusations, blaming her presence for the team\u2019s loss. Rather than letting the hate get to her, Shresta responded with an Instagram story that swiftly put things into perspective.<\/p>\n In her post, she called out the sheer absurdity of blaming family members for a team\u2019s defeat. \u201cWhether we\u2019re physically present or cheering from afar, our support for the team is unwavering<\/em>,\u201d she wrote. Her words reflected frustration but also a deep sense of maturity. She rightly pointed out that the people hurling abuse were hiding behind screens, disconnected from the real effort it takes to support someone publicly. \u201cYour baseless criticism doesn\u2019t shake me\u2026it just shows your ignorance<\/em>,\u201d she added, making it clear that she wouldn\u2019t be silenced by online bullies.<\/p>\n Also READ:\u00a0PBKS captain Shreyas Iyer reflects on emotional low before Champions Trophy 2025 campaign in Dubai<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n For Shresta, attending the match was a simple act of sibling love. But in today\u2019s social media-driven world, even support is scrutinized. Trolls were quick to point fingers when PBKS lost by seven wickets, but few acknowledged the fact that cricket, like any sport, comes with its wins and losses. \u201cToday just wasn\u2019t their day<\/em>,\u201d Shresta stated with clarity, reminding everyone that setbacks are part of the game.<\/p>\n Her post sparked a wave of appreciation online, with many lauding her courage and composure. It also reignited a larger conversation around the toxicity that often brews in sports fandom\u2014where emotional investment can sometimes spiral into unfair criticism, especially aimed at players\u2019 families. As for PBKS, they remain in the playoff hunt, holding fourth place on the points table.<\/p>\n Also\u00a0WATCH: Actress Sahiba Bali labels Shreyas Iyer as \u2018very rude\u2019 in a viral video \u2013 IPL 2025<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\nShresta Iyer calls out insensitive trollers in an Instagram story<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Shresta bears the brunt of showing up for her brother Shreyas Iyer<\/strong><\/h2>\n