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oi-Gaurav Sharma
Shreyas Iyer could soon be rewarded for his outstanding IPL captaincy record, with reports claiming that the Indian selectors are considering him as the next captain of the India T20I side. The move could see current skipper Suryakumar Yadav removed from the leadership role ahead of a crucial phase for Indian cricket.
According to reports, the Board of Control for Cricket in India is looking to build a fresh T20I setup for the future, with Shreyas Iyer emerging as the frontrunner to lead the side. India are preparing for a packed T20 calendar that includes the 2028 T20 World Cup and the 2028 Summer Olympics, where cricket will return to the Games.
Indian selectors are reportedly considering Shreyas Iyer, following his successful IPL captaincy, as the next India T20I captain, potentially replacing Suryakumar Yadav to build a future-focused team.
The rise of Shreyas Iyer as a captain in franchise cricket has reportedly played a major role in the selectors’ thinking. The stylish batter guided Kolkata Knight Riders to their third IPL title in 2024 and followed it up by leading Punjab Kings to the IPL 2025 final. His leadership skills, tactical awareness, and ability to manage pressure situations have earned widespread praise in Indian cricket circles.
In contrast, Suryakumar Yadav has struggled with form in recent months. The 35-year-old batter scored 242 runs in nine innings during the T20 World Cup, with 84 runs coming in a single innings against the USA. His poor form has also continued in IPL 2026, where Mumbai Indians have endured a disappointing campaign and remain near the bottom of the points table.
Reports suggest the selectors want to move towards a younger leadership group, and Shreyas Iyer fits perfectly into those long-term plans. India are scheduled to play two T20Is against Ireland followed by a five-match T20I series against England later this year, and that series could mark the beginning of the Shreyas Iyer era in Indian T20 cricket.
