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Lucknow would need Rahul 'the batter who leads' rather than 'captain who also bats': Mentor Gautam Gambhir

Lucknow Super Giants will need KL Rahul the batter who also leads the team instead of the captain who also bats in the upcoming IPL edition, the head of team's think-tank Gautam Gambhir made his expectations loud and clear on Tuesday. Gambhir, one of the finest among IPL skippers with two titles for Kolkata Knight Riders, spoke to PTI exclusively on a host of topics including Rahul's leadership, team composition and how he intends to handle relations between Deepak Hooda and Krunal Pandya. Asked about his expectations from Rahul, Gambhir was very categorical in what he wants from his skipper.

In IPL 15, India will be looking for a solid captain for future: Ravi Shastri

IPL 15 is an opportunity to unearth a "solid" future captain for the Indian cricket team, former national team head coach Ravi Shastri said on Tuesday. From Rishabh Pant to Shreyas Iyer, the upcoming tournament could be mostly about unearthing the next generation of Indian leaders. He said current India skipper Rohit Sharma is doing an "outstanding" job.

Leeds United could come calling for €20m-rated captain of champions elect after joining Newcastle in battle

Leeds United have joined the race for Trabzonspor goalkeeper Ugurcan Cakir and will be keeping a close eye on his international performances, reports in Turkey claim.

Michael Hooper: Wallabies captain close to return to action with Waratahs in Super Rugby Pacific

Wallabies skipper Michael Hooper could barely hide his excitement as he reacquainted himself with his Waratahs team-mates ahead of his return to action.

IPL 2022: Lucknow Super Giants Captain KL Rahul Reveals Reason For Joining A "New Team"

Lucknow Super Giants captain KL Rahul will look to lead the newest franchise in the Indian Premier League (IPL) to ultimate glory and along with some seasoned and experienced players, the 29-year-old will be looking to take his side all the way this season. Earlier, having led the Punjab Kings, the right-handed batter has the experience of captaining in pressure-cooker situations and this is the main reason why he was chosen as the skipper of the Lucknow based franchise. Ahead of the upcoming season, KL Rahul has revealed why he chose to join a "new team".

Fryday: 'Huge honour' to captain Ireland

New Ireland captain Nichola Fryday has says she is delighted to have been handed the "huge honour" of leading her country.

England captain Root admits he could have been ‘a bit braver’ with declaration

England captain Joe Root accepted he could have risked a bolder declaration after a second consecutive drawn Test with the West Indies but felt Kraigg Brathwaite’s iron will was the decisive factor.

IPL 2022: Captain Rishabh Pant shares first impressions of a new-look Delhi Capitals team

Delhi Capitals' captain Rishabh Pant, who attended his first training session with the side in Mumbai, expressed that all players are in a good frame of mind ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 season. "It seems like the team has been made for the first time. I observed every player during my first practice session with the team and it looks like everybody is in a good frame of mind. Everybody is enjoying each other's company."

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Lucknow would need Rahul 'the batter who leads' rather than 'captain who also bats': Mentor Gautam Gambhir

In IPL 15, India will be looking for a solid captain for future: Ravi Shastri

Leeds United could come calling for €20m-rated captain of champions elect after joining Newcastle in battle

Michael Hooper: Wallabies captain close to return to action with Waratahs in Super Rugby Pacific

IPL 2022: Lucknow Super Giants Captain KL Rahul Reveals Reason For Joining A "New Team"

Fryday: 'Huge honour' to captain Ireland

England captain Root admits he could have been ‘a bit braver’ with declaration

IPL 2022: Captain Rishabh Pant shares first impressions of a new-look Delhi Capitals team