Why Hardik Pandya Should Lead India In Sri Lanka

Veteran opener Shikhar Dhawan and all-rounder Hardik Pandya have emerged as the two main contenders for the big role. Dhawan undoubtedly is a deserving contender when he one looks at his commendable contribution to Indian cricket...

- Renin Wilben

While the Indian Test team, under Virat Kohli, would be preparing to face England in a five-match Test series in the UK, India’s limited-overs squad will take on the Lankans in three ODIs and three T20Is in Sri Lanka. Ever since the tour has been announced, the big question surrounding it has been who will lead India’s limited-overs squads against the island nation. Veteran opener Shikhar Dhawan and all-rounder Hardik Pandya have emerged as the two main contenders for the big role. Dhawan undoubtedly is a deserving contender when he one looks at his commendable contribution to Indian cricket. However, there are a couple of reasons why, logically, the honor should go to Pandya.

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