Hardik Pandya will take over Rohit Sharma as India's ODI, T20I captain, say reports

Hardik Pandya is expected to take over as captain of the ODI and T20I teams soon. Hardik will take over for Rohit Sharma, whose fitness has been a source of concern in recent months, according to reports. Rohit has missed several matches due to injury, and he also missed the ongoing Test series against Bangladesh.

Hardik plays only white-ball cricket and has been a regular since his international return in June. Hardik proved his captaincy credentials earlier this year by leading Gujarat Titans to an IPL title win, and he was leading the race for T20I captaincy. He may now be given complete command of the white-ball teams. Pandya has been informed of this development, and the BCCI is waiting to hear whether he will be able to play both formats.

According to IANS (Indo-Asian News Agency), BCCI officials have discussed the next steps with Pandya, who has requested some time to respond. If he gives his approval, the all-rounder will take over as India's ODI and T20 captain.


A final decision will be made only after consultation with the newly formed senior selection committee. The BCCI is aware of this plan and has spoken with him about it. The all-rounder has requested some time to respond. Let's wait and see what he thinks. No decision has been made in this regard, but the officials (BCCI) are considering giving him the captaincy of white-ball cricket.

Former selection committee Chairman Chetan Sharma stated that the trio of Jasprit Bumrah, KL Rahul, and Rishabh Pant were being groomed as future captains.

After the 2021 T20 World Cup, Rohit took over as T20I captain, beginning with the home series against New Zealand. He took over Virat Kohli as ODI captain in December 2021.

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