In 2024, MS Dhoni stepped down as CSK captain and Ruturaj Gaikwad took over the reigns.
Hardik Pandya retained Mumbai’s captaincy regardless of a disappointing IPL 2024, where MI finished last.
Defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders have named the experienced campaigner Ajinkya Rahane as their captain for IPL 2025.
Pat Cummins led SRH to IPL 2024 final in his debut season as captain.
Axar Patel replaces Rishabh Pant as Delhi Capitals’ captain for IPL 2025. Under Pant, Delhi finished sixth last season with winning seven games off 14.
Shubman Gill led Gujarat Titans in IPL 2024 after Hardik moved to Mumbai Indians.
Rajat Patidar replaces Faf du Plessis as RCB’s new captain this season. Although Virat Kohli was an option that the franchise mulled their heads over, but the Indore-born Patidar was finally given the nod ahead of the former skipper.
Ace cricketer Shreyas Iyer has been on a trophy spree since 2024.
After his record-breaking INR 27 crore signing, Rishabh Pant also took over as LSG captain after KL Rahul parted ways with the franchise.
Kerala's Sanju Samson has found his second home in Rajasthan.