Amid discussions about Suryakumar Yadav's future as T20I captain for India, former wicketkeeper MSK Prasad has voiced strong support for retaining him despite his recent batting dip. Prasad highlighted that there is currently no immediate alternative for the captaincy, stressing the importance of 'leadership continuity' to avoid disrupting the team's culture. He noted that frequent captain changes could hinder the team's direction and stability. While Yadav's batting form has raised concerns—evident from his IPL 2026 performance where he scored 270 runs in 13 innings—his captaincy record remains impressive, with a win percentage of 76.92%. Prasad suggested that the selectors should begin grooming the next generation of leaders, including players like Shreyas Iyer and Sanju Samson, by giving them vice-captain roles under Yadav's leadership. This approach would help build a strong leadership foundation for the future of Indian T20 cricket without adding undue pressure on the current captain.