In their IPL 2025 season opener against archrivals Chennai Super Kings in Chennai on March 23, Suryakumar Yadav will lead Mumbai Indians. Hardik Pandya, the captain, was banned for one match at the close of previous season for sluggish overs. Given his previous experience as India’s T20I captain, Suryakumar’s leadership is expected with top pacer Jasprit Bumrah injured. Suryakumar would be the stand-in captain, Hardik said during a pre-season press conference with Mahela Jayawardene.
“Suryakumar Yadav leads India. He’ll skipper Mumbai Indians in the opener “Hardik was asked about the high-profile match’s leadership. Mumbai Indians had three captains. Indian Test and ODI captain Rohit Sharma led the team for 11 seasons from 2013 to 2023. Suryakumar leads India in T20Is, while Jasprit Bumrah leads in Tests. Hardik praised the team’s leadership. “I am lucky,” Hardik stated.
“I play with three captains. Increases side experience. I know three experienced leaders who have led India in different styles if I need aid.” “They can always support me with an arm around my shoulder. He continued, “I see it that way. The all-rounder will play in Mumbai Indians’ second season match against Gujarat Titans. Wankhede Stadium will host the team’s first home encounter on March 31 versus Kolkata Knight Riders. The IPL 2025 season begins on March 22 at Eden Gardens with defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders against Royal Challengers Bangalore.
