Harmanpreet Kaur exits captaincy role [Source: X and Instagram]The BCCI's review meeting involving India's women's team conducted recently had an immediate impact on Harmanpreet Kaur’s role. While there were indications that the veteran batter's position was secure, the situation has taken a dramatic turn soon after the discussions. Harmanpreet has now made a major announcement concerning her future as India's captain, bringing an unexpected chapter of her leadership to an end.Harmanpreet Kaur's resignation leaves internet in shockHarmanpreet Kaur has stepped down as captain of the Indian women's cricket team across all formats, leaving fans stunned by the sudden announcement.Taking to Instagram, Harmanpreet announced her decision in an emotional statement, reflecting on the sacrifices and responsibility that came with leading India.“I have given everything I had to this team and to Indian women’s cricket — my blood, my sweat, my time, and many times, a part of my own game and personal ambitions,” Harmanpreet wrote.ALSO READHarmanpreet Kaur Quits India Captaincy Across All FormatsShe admitted that captaincy brought difficult decisions, criticism and personal costs, but insisted that every call was made with the team's growth in mind. Kaur also reflected on India's lowest moments and greatest victories during her tenure.However, Harmanpreet made it clear that she is not walking away from Indian cricket. She believes the team is in a strong position with talent, character and belief, and said she is ready to “play for the love of the game again.”“Captaincy ends. The journey continues,” she concluded.Let’s take a look at how the internet reacted to the news:Instagram screenshot [Source: @imharmanpreet_kaur/Instagram]🪄 @mandyyc0re harmanpreet kaur officially steps down as a captain will continue as a player y'all the day has arrived!! Oct 6, 2026, 11:07 AM "From when you took responsibility of this team as a captain to today where you're leaving, the journey of Women's Cricket has come so far and you deserve the maximum credit for this ! Well done, harry di!! Would miss your captaincy for sure ! G.O.A.T." - cricbeats.07Mr. Cricket UAE @mrcricketuae Harmanpreet Kaur steps down as India Women’s captain, bringing an end to a memorable leadership era. 🇮🇳 #HarmanpreetKaur #TeamIndia #IndianCricket "What a way to go! World Cup, Asian games gold, historic Lord's test. Congratulations to captain courageous, Harmanpreet Kaur!" - @Harry_Gill_3agrata♡ @roquefrtcheese First ever ODI World Cup trophy ✨ aur back-to-back Asian Games Gold medals! Harmanpreet Kaur as a captain has achieved everything and given everything possible.. Such a legendary era! 💗🔥 #HarmanpreetKaur Biswatosh Sinha @biswatosh A legend, an all-time great and a true servant of Indian cricket steps down from captaincy. Thank you, Harmanpreet Kaur, for your courage, passion and unforgettable leadership. You gave everything for India and inspired a generation. 🇮🇳 Oct 6, 2026, 11:17 AM "Happy retirement to Harmanpreet Kaur, thank you for your service to the country." - @PrakashMahatani1Divyansh Chauhan @Imchauhan28 ODI World Cup ✅ Gold medal in Asian games ✅ Asia Cup ✅ Won the Test match in Lord's ✅ Captain Harmanpreet Kaur - The Greatest Captain of Indian Women's Cricket She was Changed the history Thanku Caps for all the lovely memories. 🇮🇳🫡 #CricketTwitter Kaur marks end of an era with record haulHarmanpreet Kaur leaves behind a captaincy legacy filled with historic milestones. Under her leadership, India won their maiden ICC Women's ODI World Cup in 2025, claimed the Asian Games gold medal in 2022, and lifted the Women's Asia Cup on multiple occasions. She also guided India to their first-ever T20 World Cup final in 2020, where they finished runners-up.Her leadership also produced landmark bilateral achievements. India secured their first away ODI series win against England since 1999 in 2022 and registered their maiden women's Test victory over Australia in 2023. She later led India to a first T20I series win against England in 2025. Harmanpreet also etched her name in the record books by becoming the most successful captain in T20I cricket by wins, surpassing Meg Lanning's tally with 77-plus victories.ALSO READVaibhav Sooryavanshi Blind Ranks Cricket Wishes, Picks Yuvraj Singh's Elite Record At Top
