It will be interesting to see who takes the leadership role in IPL 2025. In fact, a few teams are yet to appoint their captains. On that note, here, we predict the vice-captain of each franchise in IPL 2025.
A key decision for each team
A vice-captain in the side will provide more structure and a backup for a team. Hence, it is a key decision for teams to fill this role.
For the players, donning this role could bring out the best in their leadership skills. It will also help in the future planning for the team.
Predicting the vice-captain of each franchise in IPL 2025
Usually, the retained players themselves will be a part of the leadership group. However, a few teams could take a bet and get the new acquisitions as a vice-captain. For instance, the likes of Ishan Kishan could be groomed for the role of a captain. There is also the other side to the story with some seniors like Ashwin also getting a chance. Meanwhile, here is how our prediction looks like:
- Chennai Super Kings – R Ashwin
- Delhi Capitals – Axar Patel
- Gujarat Titans – Rashid Khan
- Punjab Kings – Marcus Stoinis
- Mumbai Indians – Jasprit Bumrah
- Rajasthan Royals – Yashasvi Jaiswal
- Sunrisers Hyderabad – Ishan Kishan
- Royal Challengers Bengaluru – Rajat Patidar
- Kolkata Knight Riders – Rinku Singh
- Lucknow Super Giants – Nicholas Pooran
