MSK Prasad, former BCCI chief selector, revealed that Shreyas Iyer was being groomed to become a future captain of the Indian cricket team. Despite being considered a talented player, Iyer missed out on a BCCI central contract due to not playing domestic cricket. He impressed selectors with his leadership skills while captaining the India A side. Prasad highlighted Iyer’s potential as a captain, comparing him to other top contenders like Rishabh Pant. Iyer has also shown promise as a leader while captaining Kolkata Knight Riders in the IPL. Prasad believes that with the right support and guidance, Iyer will evolve into a successful captain for the Indian team in the future.
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