Venkatesh Iyer says he faces online trolling from Kolkata Knight Riders supporters whenever Shubman Gill scores a century after his release. In his account, the criticism targets Iyer specifically when Gill’s performances draw attention, even though the trolling occurs in response to Gill’s batting rather than Iyer’s own form.
Across coverage, outlets describe Iyer reflecting on the backlash and how he has processed it as he looks toward future opportunities, including the IPL 2026 auction. He also discusses his shift after being released, joining Royal Challengers Bengaluru, and notes the strength of the fan connection there.
While all sources focus on Iyer’s experience of hate directed by KKR fans, the framing varies slightly. NDTV leads with the trolling link to KKR fans and Gill’s centurys, while Yahoo Sports and Times of India emphasize Iyer’s broader statement about “a lot of hate” and his move toward the next phase of his career.
