Former India wicketkeeper and chief selector MSK Prasad expressed caution against replacing Suryakumar Yadav as captain of the men’s T20I team. Despite some notable performances, Suryakumar has faced inconsistency, especially in the recent IPL season where his form dipped.
India’s selectors are set to convene in Mumbai to pick squads for upcoming matches, sparking discussions about Suryakumar’s future as captain. Prasad emphasized the importance of grooming younger leaders alongside Suryakumar rather than making immediate changes.
Prasad highlighted the need for patience with Suryakumar, suggesting that selectors should give him more time to regain form before considering a change in leadership. He also mentioned potential successors like Shreyas Iyer, Hardik Pandya, Sanju Samson, Ishan Kishan, and Tilak Varma, emphasizing the depth of talent available for leadership roles.
Prasad recommended considering players like Shreyas Iyer, who has a strong track record in captaincy, and others such as Ishan Kishan, Tilak Verma, and Sanju Samson for future leadership roles. He advised giving opportunities to promising players who have excelled in recent tournaments and deserve a chance to showcase their leadership abilities.
