Harmanpreet Kaur To Lose India Captaincy After Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 Debacle? Report Makes Big Claim

India failed to qualify for the Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 and skipper Harmanpreet Kaur has been facing a lot of criticism for the team’s disappointing performance.

India failed to qualify for the Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 and skipper Harmanpreet Kaur has been facing a lot of criticism for the team’s disappointing performance. India lost their matches against New Zealand and Australia to crash out of the competition and questions remain over whether Harmanpreet will retain her captaincy following the dismal run. According to a report by Indian Express, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is all set to take a call on whether the team needs a new captain. The report claimed that the BCCI will meet head coach Amol Muzumdar and the selection committee to discuss the future plan and whether Harmanpreet will continue as the captain of the side or not.

“The BCCI will certainly discuss whether to have a new captain on board going ahead. The Indian board has provided everything which the team wanted and we feel it’s high time a new face leads the team going ahead. Harmanpreet will continue to be an important member of the team but the BCCI feels it’s time for transition,” a source in the Indian board told the Indian Express.

Earlier, former Indian women’s cricket team captain Mithali Raj had her say on whether Harmanpreet should continue as the skipper after the team’s bad show in the T20 World Cup 2024.

“It’s up to BCCI and the selectors to take a call but If they are looking to change this would be the ideal time because if you delay more then we have another World Cup on the horizon ( two years ) . If you are not doing now, then don’t do it later. Then it is too close to the World Cup. Smriti is there of course and can be a choice to consider for the selectors (has been vice-captain for long) but I personally think someone like Jemimah, she’s 24, she’s young, she will serve you longer in the T20’s and she’s someone who I feel on the field gets that energy. She speaks to everybody. I was very impressed by her in this tournament,” the former India skipper told PTI in an interview.

The BCCI’s upcoming meeting with the selection committee and head coach Amol Muzumdar is expected to be a watershed moment for Indian women’s cricket. As per insider reports, the board is considering a change in captaincy, recognizing the need for fresh leadership ahead of the next 50-over World Cup set to be hosted in India. A source within the board mentioned, “Harmanpreet will continue to be an important member of the team, but we feel it’s high time a new face leads the team going ahead.”

Such a decision would not only reflect the BCCI’s commitment to elevating the women’s game but also provide the new captain with ample time to build a competitive squad for the upcoming World Cup.

Despite the overall team performance being below par, a few players shone brightly. Kaur herself contributed with bat, showcasing her skill and determination in critical matches. However, her individual performances could not salvage the team’s campaign, revealing a stark lack of support from her teammates.

Notably, the middle-order batting remained a significant area of concern. The batting line-up failed to convert starts into match-winning performances, a recurring issue that seemed to haunt the team throughout the tournament. This lack of depth in batting, coupled with untested bench strength, left the Indian side scrambling in pressure situations.

ormer India captain Mithali Raj, reflecting on the team’s struggles, pointed out a lack of growth over the past three years, emphasizing the need for clarity in roles and strategy. She stated, “We have not seen any growth in this team. Every other team has shown development despite limited depth.” Mithali’s insights resonate deeply, as they reflect broader issues within the team’s strategy and execution.

Her call for a younger captain also hints at a potential shift in leadership dynamics. Players like Jemimah Rodrigues, who brings energy and enthusiasm, could be seen as viable candidates for leading the team into the future.

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