Shreyas Iyer might replace Suryakumar Yadav as India’s T20I captain:BCCI selectors aim to inject freshness ahead of LA Olympics 2028 – Report

India’s T20I setup could be heading towards a major change after IPL 2026. Reportedly, the selectors are considering relieving Suryakumar Yadav of captaincy duties ahead of India’s upcoming white-ball assignments. The selectors are expected to meet soon to finalise squads for the Ireland and England tours following the IPL season. The decision comes despite India’s recent success under Suryakumar’s leadership. The 35-year-old guided India to the 2026 T20 World Cup title and also led the team to the 2025 Asia Cup triumph. However, concerns over his batting form, fitness issues, and age have reportedly pushed the management to think about a fresh direction for the next T20 cycle. With the 2028 T20 World Cup and the Los Angeles Olympics on the horizon, the Indian team management is believed to be planning for the future. Reports suggest that Shreyas Iyer is now the leading candidate to replace Suryakumar as India’s next T20I captain. Shreyas Iyer to lead Team India in T20Is? According to the report of The Times of India, Shreyas Iyer is expected to make a comeback to India’s T20I squad after being out of the setup for some time. More importantly, he could return directly as captain if the selectors move ahead with the leadership change. India are set to play two T20Is in Ireland before travelling to England for a five-match T20I series. These matches are likely to mark the beginning of India’s preparation for the next global cycle. Also read: WATCH| Krunal Pandya’s heated argument with Nicholas Pooran:Virat Kohli applauds Marsh’s 111-run knock, bat slips from Pant’s hand Reports claim that unless there is a late change in plans, the selectors are ready to hand over the responsibility to Iyer in an attempt to bring ‘freshness’ to the side. Concerns over Suryakumar’s batting form for Team India Although Suryakumar has maintained an impressive captaincy win percentage of 76.92 percent, his performances with the bat have become a major concern. Since taking over as India’s T20I captain in July 2024, he has scored only 932 runs in 45 matches and has struggled for consistency. During India’s successful T20 World Cup 2026 campaign, Suryakumar scored 242 runs in nine innings. However, 84 of those runs came in the opening game against the USA, while he struggled in several pressure situations later in the tournament. The right-handed batter’s recent form has reportedly tested the patience of the selectors, who now want to move towards a younger leadership option. Wrist injury adds to concerns for SKY According to sources close to the team, Suryakumar has also been dealing with a troublesome wrist injury for a long time. Reports suggest that he has been batting and fielding with heavy taping on his right wrist since last season with the Mumbai Indians. During the T20 World Cup, team doctor Rizwan Khan was often seen helping Suryakumar with cotton pads and tape before batting sessions. The issue was reportedly managed quietly throughout the tournament. Also read: BCCI planing crackdown on ‘unauthorised persons’ team bus travel’:Devajit Saikia reveals MLA ticket issue reason behind Chinnaswamy snub When assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate was asked about the wrist during a media interaction, he downplayed the concern and said, “It could be normal wear and tear.”