WATCH: Shreyas Iyer loses his calm over Bengaluru crowd during India vs Netherlands ODI World Cup 2023 clash, check out why

In a recent match against the Netherlands at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Indian cricketer Shreyas Iyer found himself at the centre of attention not just for his stellar performance with the bat but also for his visibly annoyed reaction to a dropped catch by the Indian fielders.

The incident, captured in a viral video, reveals Iyer’s frustration after a catch was put down by him which eventually went for a six. Iyer was fielding at long-on but couldn’t hold the catch, however, a fan sitting behind him mocked him for the dropped catch after Iyer was seen staring at him.

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Despite the dropped catch, India went on to win the match convincingly by 160 runs, with a passionate crowd cheering them on throughout the game. However, Iyer’s reaction to the dropped catches drew mixed opinions, as a few fans in the stands attempted to grab his attention by shouting his name.

Brilliant all-round performance by India

The video has since gone viral on social media, sparking a debate about the expectations and pressures faced by players on the field. Some argue that the passionate crowd should be supportive, understanding that mistakes are part of the game, while others empathize with Iyer’s frustration in the heat of the moment.

Despite the fielding hiccups, India dominated the match, posting an imposing total of 410 runs, thanks to fifties from Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer, and KL Rahul. Iyer, in particular, had a stellar performance, scoring his maiden hundred in the World Cup and crossing the 400-run mark in the tournament.

For his outstanding batting display, Iyer was awarded the Player of the Match. Looking ahead, India is set to face New Zealand in the semifinals, and Iyer’s form will be crucial as the team aims to secure a spot in the tournament final. The incident has added an intriguing layer to India’s World Cup journey, with fans eagerly anticipating the team’s performance in the upcoming crucial encounters.