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Suryakumar Yadav Named India's T20I Captain, Rohit Sharma to Lead ODIs Against Sri Lanka

New head coach Gautam Gambhir's influence evident in squad selections as Hardik Pandya faces leadership snub.

  • Suryakumar Yadav takes over T20I captaincy from retiring Rohit Sharma, with Shubman Gill as vice-captain.
  • Rohit Sharma returns to lead the ODI squad, while Virat Kohli and Jasprit Bumrah are rested.
  • Hardik Pandya not included in leadership roles due to fitness concerns and team dynamics.
  • Gambhir's process-driven approach sees new faces and strategic exclusions in both squads.
  • The tour marks the beginning of Gambhir's tenure as head coach, setting a new direction for Indian cricket.
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