Harmanpreet Kaur | The game changer

Harmanpreet Kaur announced her decision to step down as the captain of the Indian women's cricket team via an Instagram post on October 6, 2026. The announcement follows a historic career leading the national side, including India's first-ever women's Test match victory against England at Lord's. Kaur confirmed that she will continue playing as an active batter for India despite relinquishing leadership duties.

Throughout her captaincy, Kaur guided India to major achievements, including an ODI World Cup triumph, an Asia Cup title, and an Asian Games gold medal. She captained India in five Tests, 51 ODIs, and 155 T20Is, establishing a transformative legacy in Indian women's cricket alongside leading the Mumbai Indians to the inaugural WPL title.