Iyer, who final performed for India towards Australia in March, needed to bear a surgical procedure for a again harm that was troubling him for some time.
“I by no means imagined I will be taking part in within the Asia Cup. The restoration was gradual and regular. I handed the health check one week earlier than choice, and I used to be actually proud of that,” stated Iyer whereas speaking to the official broadcaster earlier than the beginning of the match in Kandy, Sri Lanka.
Iyer, who beforehand represented India in 10 Exams, 42 ODIs and 49 T20Is, was feeling jittery final evening and hardly slept as if he was going to play his debut match.
“I used to be nervous final evening, could not sleep. I’m tremendous excited to play this match towards Pakistan. It is a phenomenal feeling to be sincere as they’re the #1 crew for the time being.”
“We’re privileged to be part of this crew and journey with Rahul sir (Dravid) because the coach and below Rohit Sharma‘s captaincy. The spirits are excessive within the dressing room and we’re wanting ahead to this sport. Delighted to be taking part in towards these (Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf, Naseem Shah) bowlers, plan is simply to observe the ball and play in keeping with the scenario,” added Iyer.
