Harmanpreet Kaur steps down as India Women captain across all formats

Harmanpreet Kaur has stepped down as captain of the Indian women’s cricket team across all formats after a BCCI review meeting held in Guwahati. The decision ends her tenure as India’s leader in limited-overs formats and comes as part of the board’s ongoing leadership evaluations for the national side. The BCCI said the move is part of its long-term planning for the team and that a new captain will be announced in due course. The board did not explicitly state whether Kaur will continue as a player or what role she might take within Indian cricket going forward, noting only that the leadership transition is being managed as part of a broader strategy. Kaur has been a central figure in Indian cricket for several years, contributing as a top-order batter and serving as captain in major tournaments. The announcement comes ahead of forthcoming international fixtures and signals a refresh in the team’s leadership structure. Cricketing circles are expected to discuss potential candidates for the captaincy, while the board emphasizes decisions on captaincy are made after thorough assessments of performance, team dynamics, and long-term needs. The development marks a new chapter for India’s women’s team as selectors and officials determine the next leadership lineup.