In the evolution of IPL captains, teams now prefer strategic leaders over mere brand icons. Stars like Shane Warne in the past and Shreyas Iyer currently combined tactical acumen with on-field performance. Modern IPL teams focus on players prominent in the playing XI, irrespective of their presence or not in the national T20I team, emphasizing performance and leadership skills.
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