Gautam Gambhir recommends Suryakumar Yadav for captaincy

This move is seen as significant blow to Hardik Pandya's aspirations

Selection committee now faces the task of finalizing the new captain

In a surprising turn of events, Gautam Gambhir has recommended Suryakumar Yadav for the captaincy of Team India’s T20 side, delivering a significant blow to Hardik Pandya’s aspirations. This development follows Rohit Sharma’s announcement of his retirement from international T20 cricket after leading India to victory in the T20 World Cup.

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Team India recently triumphed in a T20 series against Zimbabwe with a commanding 4-1 win, further solidifying their dominance in the format. As the team gears up for a series against Sri Lanka, comprising three T20 and three ODI matches starting from June 27, a strong squad is being prepared.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has already appointed Gautam Gambhir as the new head coach, replacing Rahul Dravid. With the captaincy spot vacant, Hardik Pandya was seen as a leading contender. However, Gambhir’s proposal to the selection committee has shifted the dynamics. He firmly believes that Suryakumar Yadav, the star batsman, is better suited to lead the team.

🚨🔴 Gautam Gambhir has made it clear that he wants Suryakumar Yadav as the new T20I captain. pic.twitter.com/asT6aV7lx6

— Vishal. (@SPORTYVISHAL) July 16, 2024

Gambhir’s recommendation is based on his assessment of Yadav’s capabilities and leadership potential, which he considers superior for the T20 format. This bold move by the new head coach has sparked discussions and debates within the cricketing community, as the selection committee now faces the task of finalizing the new captain for Team India’s T20 squad.