Shreyas Iyer Named India T20I Captain, Replaces Suryakumar Yadav
On June 6, 2026, India’s selection committee appointed Shreyas Iyer as T20I captain, replacing Suryakumar Yadav after a lean batting patch. Iyer, who last played a T20I in 2023, earned the role through strong IPL leadership. The squad also included 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, the youngest Indian player ever. Jasprit Bumrah was rested for upcoming tours. Former captains Rohit Sharma and Suryakumar Yadav publicly endorsed Iyer, highlighting Mumbai cricket’s leadership pipeline.
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Shreyas Iyer Returns as India T20I Captain, Replaces Suryakumar Yadav
Shreyas Iyer has been recalled to India's T20I squad after two-and-a-half years and appointed captain, replacing Suryakumar Yadav. The article details Iyer's remarkable career resurgence after a back injury, loss of BCCI central contract, and questions over his commitment. He led Kolkata Knight Riders to the IPL title in 2024 and Punjab Kings to the final in 2025, also guiding Mumbai to the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. The decision reflects the team management's pattern of prioritizing team over individuals, with head coach Gautam Gambhir and chief selector Ajit Agarkar making difficult calls. Suryakumar Yadav, despite winning the T20 World Cup as captain in March 2026, was removed due to diminishing batting returns.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.Rohit and Suryakumar Back Shreyas Iyer as India's Next T20I Captain
On June 6, 2026, former India T20 World Cup-winning captains Rohit Sharma and Suryakumar Yadav publicly endorsed Shreyas Iyer as India's new T20I captain, shortly after his official appointment. Speaking at the T20 Mumbai league at Wankhede Stadium, both praised Mumbai cricket's demanding environment for preparing players for leadership roles. Suryakumar highlighted the unique sequence of three consecutive Mumbai captains—Rohit, himself, and now Shreyas—leading India in T20Is. Rohit emphasized that captaincy must be earned and backed Shreyas based on his franchise leadership success. He also praised Suryakumar's resilience, noting his late India debut at age 31.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.Selections driven equally by long-term planning and recent performances, says Agarkar
India's chief selector Ajit Agarkar announced a major squad overhaul for the upcoming T20I series, emphasizing a balance between long-term planning and recent form. Shreyas Iyer replaces Suryakumar Yadav as captain, marking a significant turnaround for the Mumbai batter who last played a T20I in December 2023. The 35-year-old Suryakumar, who led India to a successful T20 World Cup defense less than three months ago, lost both captaincy and his place in the squad. Agarkar acknowledged the tough decision but cited the need to reassess for the next two-year cycle. Additionally, 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi earned a maiden call-up after explosive IPL performances, with Agarkar noting the teenager 'forced us to pick him.' The announcement signals the formal start of India's transition toward the next T20 World Cup.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.Shreyas Iyer Replaces Suryakumar Yadav as Indian T20 Captain; Teenager Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Makes History
On June 6, 2026, the Indian cricket selectors officially announced that Shreyas Iyer will replace Suryakumar Yadav as captain of the T20 international side. The decision comes after Yadav led India to a T20 World Cup victory. In a historic move, teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was included in the squad for the two-match series in Ireland and England, surpassing Sachin Tendulkar as the youngest player ever to represent India. Additionally, fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah has been rested for the England and Ireland tours to ensure his availability for the 2026 Asian Games. Chairman of selectors Ajit Agarkar also confirmed that Yashasvi Jaiswal will replace the injured Virat Kohli in the ODI squad against Afghanistan.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.Shreyas Iyer Likely to Be Appointed India T20I Captain
Shreyas Iyer is expected to return to India's T20I setup and be named captain, replacing Suryakumar Yadav, when the senior national selection committee meets on June 6, 2026. The committee, chaired by Ajit Agarkar, will finalize squads for the T20I series in Ireland, the limited-overs tour of England, and the Asian Games. Suryakumar Yadav is set to lose his place due to a prolonged lean patch, despite leading India to a T20 World Cup title defense earlier in 2026. Iyer's captaincy credentials have been bolstered by leading Kolkata Knight Riders to an IPL title in 2024 and Punjab Kings to the final in 2025. Other candidates discussed include Sanju Samson, Ishan Kishan, and Tilak Varma. The selection meeting will also address the potential inclusion of 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, a replacement for the injured Virat Kohli in the ODI series against Afghanistan, and fitness reports on Rohit Sharma and Hardik Pandya.
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