IPL 2024 Captains: Changes and Continuity
Ahead of the 17th season of the IPL, significant changes have occurred in team leadership, with three franchises opting for new captains while others retained their incumbents. This season marks a shift towards younger leadership, ushering in a new era in IPL captaincy dynamics.
Changes in Captaincy
- Mumbai Indians made a bold move by appointing Hardik Pandya as their new captain, succeeding Rohit Sharma.
- Gujarat Titans handed the captaincy to Shubman Gill after acquiring him from Mumbai Indians.
- Chennai Super Kings surprised fans by replacing Mahendra Singh Dhoni with Rituraj Gaikwad as captain, marking a pivotal moment for the franchise.
- Sunrisers Hyderabad entrusted the captaincy to Pat Cummins, replacing Aiden Markram in a strategic move.
IPL 2024: Captains’ Comeback from Injury
- Delhi Capitals welcomed back Rishabh Pant, who returns to lead the team after recovering from a road accident.
- KL Rahul resumes captaincy for Lucknow Super Giants after recovering from injury, succeeding Krunal Pandya.
Retained Captains and Experience
Three teams demonstrated faith in their captains by retaining them for IPL 2024:
- Faf du Plessis continues to lead Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB).
- Sanju Samson retains captaincy for Rajasthan Royals.
- Shikhar Dhawan maintains his role as captain for Punjab Kings.
Most Experienced Captain: Shreyas Iyer
Among the IPL 2024 captains, Shreyas Iyer emerges as the most experienced leader, making a comeback after injury. With 101 IPL matches under his belt, Shreyas boasts a wealth of experience, having scored 2,776 runs at an average of 31.55 and a strike rate of 125.38. His highest score of 96 and leadership experience in 55 matches position him as a seasoned campaigner in the tournament.
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