Harmanpreet Kaur Steps Down as India Women’s Cricket Team Captain: World Cup Winner Ends All-Format Tenure After Asian Games 2026 Gold

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Harmanpreet Kaur Steps Down as India Women’s Cricket Team Captain: World Cup Winner Ends All-Format Tenure After Asian Games 2026 Gold — Photo credit: Sunday Guardian

Harmanpreet Kaur has stepped down as captain of the Indian women’s cricket team across all formats, bringing an end to a significant chapter in her leadership career. The veteran batter leaves behind a memorable legacy that includes leading India to major milestones, most notably their historic ODI World Cup triumph and Asian Games gold medal.

Harmanpreet confirmed her decision through a lengthy post on Instagram, ending her long stint at the helm of the national side. Her departure as captain could allow her to concentrate more on her batting while giving India the opportunity to begin a new leadership era, with long-time vice-captain Smriti Mandhana among the potential figures to guide the team forward.

Harmanpreet Kaur Steps Down as India Women’s Team Captain Across All Formats

Harmanpreet Kaur has stepped down as captain of the Indian women’s cricket team across all formats, bringing an end to her long stint at the helm. The decision was announced on Tuesday, October 6, shortly after she helped India secure the gold medal at the 2026 Asian Games. Despite relinquishing the leadership role, Harmanpreet made it clear that she intends to continue playing for the national side.

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Originally published by Sunday Guardian on Oct 6, 2026 Read the full article at sundayguardianlive.com

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