Shreyas Iyer discusses captaincy support from Rohit Sharma and Suryakumar Yadav

India T20I captain Shreyas Iyer shared insights on his captaincy ahead of a five-match series against England starting July 1, 2026. Iyer acknowledged the support he received from Rohit Sharma and Suryakumar Yadav as crucial in his transition to leadership. After India's disappointing 2-0 series defeat to Ireland, Iyer aims to reverse the team's fortunes. He described his conversations with Sharma as akin to chatting with a brother, emphasizing the guidance he has received from both senior players. As the series opener approaches, Iyer intends to instill an aggressive mindset in his squad to create a formidable presence on the field.

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