Shreyas Iyer's Maiden T20I Ton, Mandhana Named Captain– October 6 Cricket Highlights

October 6 Cricket Highlights [Source: AFP]Indian cricket witnessed major events on Tuesday, both in men’s and women’s cricket. India beat West Indies in the first T20I whereas the women’s side witnessed a big leadership change.Capping an eventful day in the world of cricket, here we take a look at five of the biggest cricketing news stories that emerged on Monday, October 6.Harmanpreet Kaur steps down as captainIn a major decision, Harmanpreet Kaur decided to step down as India Women’s team captain from all formats. In a crucial BCCI meeting, she conveyed her decision to step aside.Notably, Kaur led India for nearly 14 years and won the ODI World Cup, along with multiple Asian Cup and Asian Games victories.Smriti Mandhana appointed new captainMeanwhile, veteran batter Smriti Mandhana succeed Harmanpreet Kaur as she was elected India Women's new all-format captain. Her first assignment will be against Zimbabwe Women as the BCCI released India’s squad for the ODI and T20I series. While Harmanpreet Kaur has stepped down as captain, she has retained her place in both squads as pure batter.ALSO READShreyas Iyer Slams His Maiden T20I Century; List Of All Records Broken Vs WIBhuvneshwar Kumar makes T20I comeback after 4 yearsMeanwhile, the BCCI also released India’s T20I squad for the upcoming series against New Zealand which will begin on October 22. Veteran Indian pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar has been recalled after a 4-year hiatus as he will be making his comeback.Shreyas Iyer slammed maiden T20I hundredOn the field, Team India beat West Indies by 8 wickets in the first T20I held at Lucknow to take 1-0 lead in the 5-game series. The star of the show was none other than captain Shreyas Iyer as he hit his maiden T20I hundred in a 172-run chase. Iyer finished at 102* off 43 balls as India wrapped up the chase in 14.4 overs.India invites application to find Ajit Agarkar replacementAlso, Ajit Agarkar’s tenure as India’s chief selector for the men's team has come to an end. He was apparently not offered an extension period until the 2027 World Cup. In an official press release, the BCCI invited applications for the vacant position. Once the process is duly done, Agarkar’s replacement will be announced. However, till then, Pragyan Ojha will continue to serve as interim chief selector.ALSO READIndia A Squad For New Zealand Tour Announced; Rishabh Pant Subject To Fitness