Former India coach Sanjay Bangar has praised Ishan Kishan for his captaincy in IPL 2026. He believes Sunrisers Hyderabad should continue with Kishan as captain, even when Pat Cummins returns.
Ishan Kishan’s Captaincy So Far
Kishan has led SRH in the absence of Cummins and has done well.
| Matches as Captain | Wins | Losses | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 4 | 3 | 3rd |
SRH are currently in the top three, showing good performance under his leadership.
What Sanjay Bangar Said
Bangar praised Kishan’s calm and smart decision-making.
- He said Kishan uses bowlers very well
- Makes correct decisions during key moments
- Stays calm and does not panic under pressure
He also mentioned that Kishan understands match situations and reacts accordingly.
Why Bangar Prefers Kishan as Captain
Bangar believes continuity is very important in a long tournament.
| Reason | Explanation |
|---|---|
| Consistency | Same captain helps team stability |
| Calm mindset | Kishan does not look under pressure |
| Tactical skills | Good use of bowlers |
| Team balance | Helps players settle in roles |
He also said that Indian captains often bring more stability to teams.
What About Pat Cummins?
Cummins has been out due to workload management and injuries.
Bangar raised concerns about his fitness.
- Not sure if he can stay fit for the full season
- Frequent injuries can affect leadership continuity
- Changing captains mid-season may disturb team balance
Because of this, Bangar feels SRH should continue with Kishan for now.
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SRH Bowling Challenges
SRH have faced problems in their bowling unit.
- Jack Edwards ruled out due to injury
- Cummins unavailable for early matches
- David Payne also got injured
To solve this, SRH made changes:
- Added Gerald Coetzee
- Signed Dilshan Madushanka as replacement
Senior players like Harshal Patel and Jaydev Unadkat have struggled, while young players have stepped up.
SRH Current Form
SRH are in good form at the moment.
| Matches | Wins | Losses | Current Streak |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 4 | 3 | 3 wins in a row |
They started slow but have improved strongly.
Upcoming Match
SRH will next face Rajasthan Royals on April 25.
This match will be important as they look to continue their winning run.
Conclusion
Ishan Kishan has shown strong leadership skills in IPL 2026. His calm nature and smart decisions have helped SRH perform well.
Sanjay Bangar believes SRH should continue with Kishan as captain to maintain stability. With injuries affecting the squad, steady leadership could be the key to success for SRH this season.
