Looking at the recent developments, it would not be a surprise if LSG ends up retaining KL Rahul. However, it is not sure if KL Rahul will remain as the skipper. Last season, the management announced Nicholas Pooran as the vice-captain. Considering his success in other T20 leagues as a captain, LSG could consider giving the responsibility to the West Indian. However, there is also a risk that he may fail. Hence, LSG should have some backups. On that note, here, we take a look at the list of two overseas captains LSG must target even if they retain KL Rahul before IPL 2025.
1) Aiden Markram
Aiden Markram is one of the overseas captains LSG must target even if they retain KL Rahul before IPL 2025. It was clear that LSG struggled with the No.3 role in IPL 2024. Devdutt Padikkal failed to deliver while the other options also did not click.
At No.3, LSG needs someone who can anchor and also play a high strike rate. Aiden Markram is capable of that although he is yet to show this in the IPL. Nevertheless, he can be trusted to do the job. His presence will also reduce the pressure on Pooran. Plus, Markram also gives a few overs of spin, which will aid the balancing of the squad.
2) Ben Stokes
Yes, Ben Stokes might come with a lot of issues. He has injury problems and there is always a doubt about his availability. Despite that, it needs to be noted that he is one of the best captains and all-rounders in the game right now.
LSG really needs someone who can be bold with his ideas and thoughts as the skipper. Justin Langer and Ben Stokes could form a fierce combination that can deliver trophies for the side. Hence, LSG must target the English all-rounder.
