India's new T20I captain: Shreyas Iyer front-runner in a three-way race
Shreyas Iyer has emerged as the front-runner to become India's new T20I cricket captain, potentially replacing Suryakumar Yadav. The selection process aims to find a long-term leader for upcoming World Cup events.
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Cricket captaincy in India is a high-profile position with significant cultural and commercial influence, making leadership changes a major topic for sports fans.
New Delhi , UPDATED: Jun 4, 2026 07:20 IST India may well have a new T20I captain in Shreyas Iyer when they travel for their next T20I series against Ireland and England. Iyer’s appointment means the end of the road for Surya Kumar Yadav, who led India to the T20 World Cup title in March.
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