T20 cricket is the fastest-growing format of cricket. This format has the potential to make cricket famous all over the world. The 15th edition of the Indian Premier League is all set to take place on the 26th of this month. Various IPL franchises have appointed new captains ahead of the tournament. Players like Dhoni and Rohit have already proven themselves as captains of this league. While many young players are looking to get to the trophy with tactical strategies.
1. Mahendra Singh Dhoni
The Chennai franchise is one of the most successful teams of the IPL. One can't deny the contribution of MS Dhoni for this. Dhoni has successfully led his franchise into the playoffs for the most number of times. Dhoni's name is certain to stay at the top of this list.
2. Rohit Sharma
Just like Dhoni, Rohit Sharma has established himself as the legendary leader of the IPL. He has won five IPL trophies for Mumbai. Sharma holds the record of youngest IPL captain to win the trophy. Sharma will be eyeing to add another trophy this year.
3. Shreyas Iyer
Shreyas Iyer was the hottest name in this year's auction. Apart from batting, he's someone who can lead a team also. Shreyas as a captain has a superior IPL record. He led Delhi into the playoffs for two times. This year he's donning the KKR jersey. He would love to lift the trophy for his new franchise.
4. Kane Williamson
Kane Williamson is an iconic name in cricket. The star kiwi player has proven himself in the IPL. His captaincy record for SRH is looking decent. In last year's World Cup, he successfully led the Blackcaps to the final. The Hyderabad franchise is expecting their captain in this year's edition.
5. Rishabh Pant
Rishabh Pant's rise in cricket results from his hard work and dedication. The star Indian Wicket-keeper batsman got an opportunity to lead Delhi in the absence of regular skipper Shreyas Iyer. After the departure of Shreyas, Pant was appointed as full-time captain.
6. Faf Du Plessis
The Royal Challengers Bangalore has appointed Faf as their captain. They have taken this decision after Virat stepped down from captaincy. Faf has a good captaincy experience as he has led his national team in many tournaments. The RCB franchise expects faf to lift the maiden IPL trophy for them.
7. Kl Rahul
Kl Rahul is another Indian Player who has got an opportunity to captain an IPL team. Unfortunately, Rahul's Captaincy record isn't decent as he failed to lead the Punjab franchise into the playoffs in three years. However, Rahul would love to change the past and start fresh as a captain of the new franchise, Lucknow.
8. Sanju Samson
Sanju Samson is a known name of the IPL. He has been playing this league for a long time. Samson has played his 90℅ marches for the Rajasthan franchise. The management has appointed him as a captain. Samson has very little experience as a captain. He might find it hard to make a perfect decision in crunch situations.
9. Hardik Pandya
Hardik Pandya is going to play for a new franchise in his hometown Gujarat. Pandya was the backbone of his former franchise Mumbai. This year he's going to play a new role of leadership. Pandya has very minimal experience in captaincy.
10. Mayank Agarwal
After Departure of Kl Rahul. The Punjab franchise announced Mayank as team's captain. Mayank has been a consistent performer for his franchise. He got a reward for this in the form of captaincy. Mayank has never led an IPL team before.
