Team India's T20I Captaincy Candidates

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Skipper Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Ravindra Jadeja called time on their T20I career after India won the T20 World Cup 2024.

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As they depart from the shortest format, the Indian team is in need of a new captain.

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Ahead of the appointment of a new full-time skipper, let's discuss some top candidates for the position.

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1. Hardik Pandya

Hardik has led India in T20Is on numerous occasions. He is currently the strongest contender to replace Rohit.

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2. Suryakumar Yadav

SKY captained India in a T20I series against Australia, last year. According to reports, he is also being considered as an alternate to Hardik.

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3. Rishabh Pant

Pant is known for his wicketkeeping and aggressive batting. He is also a strong contender for the captain's role.

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4. Shubman Gill

Gill recently led India to 4-1 victory in a five-match series against Zimbabwe. He might also fancy his chances for the role on a permanent basis.

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5. Sanju Samson

Despite getting ignored by the selectors on numerous occasions, Samson still has loads of experience as a captain of Rajasthan Royals in IPL.

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Team India's T20I Captaincy Candidates

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Skipper Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Ravindra Jadeja called time on their T20I career after India won the T20 World Cup 2024.

As they depart from the shortest format, the Indian team is in need of a new captain.

Ahead of the appointment of a new full-time skipper, let's discuss some top candidates for the position.

1. Hardik PandyaHardik has led India in T20Is on numerous occasions. He is currently the strongest contender to replace Rohit.

2. Suryakumar YadavSKY captained India in a T20I series against Australia, last year. According to reports, he is also being considered as an alternate to Hardik.

3. Rishabh PantPant is known for his wicketkeeping and aggressive batting. He is also a strong contender for the captain's role.

4. Shubman GillGill recently led India to 4-1 victory in a five-match series against Zimbabwe. He might also fancy his chances for the role on a permanent basis.

5. Sanju Samson Despite getting ignored by the selectors on numerous occasions, Samson still has loads of experience as a captain of Rajasthan Royals in IPL.