Shreyas Iyer Emerges as a Top Candidate for India's White-Ball Captaincy

Iyer's Impressive IPL Season Boosts His Captaincy Prospects

Shreyas Iyer has positioned himself as a leading candidate for the captaincy of India's white-ball teams after an outstanding performance in IPL 2025, where he guided Punjab Kings to a remarkable runners-up finish. His impressive leadership and batting skills have drawn the attention of key figures within the BCCI.

BCCI Recognizes Iyer's Growing Potential

As Indian cricket transitions following the retirements of prominent players like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma from T20Is and Test matches, the search for new leadership is intensifying. Although Iyer has been a consistent member of the ODI squad, his appearances in Tests and T20Is have been limited recently.

However, a report indicates that the BCCI is now seriously contemplating Iyer's return to both formats beyond ODIs. A senior official from the BCCI mentioned that Iyer is officially in the running for the future white-ball captaincy of India.

The official stated, "Currently, he is only part of the ODI team, but given his IPL performance, we cannot ignore him for T20Is or even Tests. He is now officially in the white-ball captaincy race," as quoted just before the IPL 2025 final.

Proven Leadership and Performance on the Field

Iyer's recent leadership achievements in the IPL have been remarkable. After leading Kolkata Knight Riders to an IPL title in 2024, he took over the Punjab Kings and led them to the finals in 2025, showcasing his reliability as both a captain and a player. His graceful batting style and composed presence under pressure strengthen his case for inclusion in all formats and potentially a leadership role at the national level.

As Indian cricket aims to cultivate its next generation of leaders, Iyer's recent accomplishments could play a crucial role in determining his future within the national team.