Hardik Pandya has become one of the strongest names in the race for India’s T20 captaincy following reports of Suryakumar Yadav losing the trust of BCCI and national selectors amid the ongoing IPL 2026.
What is BCCI thinking ahead of Suryakumar Yadav? Hardik Pandya returns in the race for captaincy
With the Indian cricket team management now thinking of a fresh leadership plan for the next T20 cycle, Hardik Pandya’s name has once again come into discussion. The Indian all-rounder was part of the captaincy talks even before Suryakumar Yadav got the job.
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He was seen as a natural white-ball leader due to his experience, aggressive mindset and ability to handle pressure situations. Even though he is struggling in IPL 2026, Hardik is still the frontrunner to become India’s new T20 captain, with uncertainty rising over Suryakumar’s future.
According to RevSportz reporter Rohit Juglan, the selectors are reportedly discussing several options including Shreyas Iyer, but Pandya is seriously considering the top name for the role.
Hardik Pandya is in the race to become India’s next T20 captain.
PS – Now don’t say look at his IPL performance as his name is from the beginning of this discussion
– Rohit Juglan (@rohitjuglan) 8 May 2026
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