Venkatesh Iyer sets an example of professionalism amidst IPL's glamour and spotlight

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• RCB head coach Andy Flower heaped praise on Venkatesh Iyer after Royal Challengers Bengaluru sealed their place in IPL 2026 Qualifier 1. Although RCB suffered a 55-run defeat to Sunrisers Hyderabad on Friday, they still secured a top-two finish in the points table.
• Opening the batting, Iyer played a valuable knock of 44 off 19 balls, smashing four fours and four sixes before Eshan Malinga dismissed him.
• Read Full Story Flower praised Iyer for his patience, professionalism and impact whenever given an opportunity this season.
• The RCB coach also lauded his attitude, hard work and commitment, saying the experienced all-rounder remained positive despite spending long periods on the sidelines waiting for his chance.
• “Look, I’ve got a lot of respect for Venkatesh Iyer (Venky).