Harmanpreet Kaur steps down as India captain
Harmanpreet Kaur has stepped down as captain of the Indian Women's Cricket Team across all formats, though she will continue to play as a team member. She leaves behind a legacy that includes a maiden World Cup title and multiple Asian Games gold medals.
Why it matters
Marks a significant leadership transition in international women's cricket for one of the sport's most successful nations.
<a href="https://www.icc-cricket.com/tournaments/womens-cricket-worldcup-2025" target="_blank">*ICC Women's Cricket World*</a> <a href="https://www.icc-cricket.com/tournaments/womens-cricket-worldcup-2025" target="_blank">*Cup-*</a>winning skipper Harmanpreet Kaur has decided to step down from her position as captain of the Indian team with immediate effect.
The 37-year-old took the reins in the shortest format in 2016 and became full-time ODI and Test skipper in 2022 following India great Mithali Raj's departure from international cricket.
"Today, I step down as captain of the Indian Women's Cricket Team across all formats," Harmanpreet said as part of a lengthy statement on her Instagram account while also confirming she will continue as a player.
"This is not an easy decision. It carries years of memories, emotions, sacrifices, and moments that will stay with me for the rest of my life.
"Now, I'm ready to play for the love of the game again. Captaincy ends. The journey continues," she added.
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