Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), one of the most dynamic teams in the Indian Premier League, has seen a variety of captains leading its charge since its debut in 2013. From seasoned internationals like Kumar Sangakkara, David Warner and Kane Williamson to emerging leaders like Aiden Markram and Pat Cummins, the captaincy has played a crucial role in shaping the team’s fortunes. Over the years, SRH has experienced highs, such as winning the title in 2016, and lows, such as bottom-table finishes. Here’s a detailed look at every captain who has led SRH and where the team finished under their leadership in each IPL season.
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First Captain Kumar Sangakkara vs Current Captain
| Year | Captain(s) | Final Position |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Kumar Sangakkara, Cameron White | 4th (Playoffs) |
| 2014 | Shikhar Dhawan, Darren Sammy | 6th |
| 2015 | David Warner | 6th |
| 2016 | David Warner | 1st (Champions) |
| 2017 | David Warner | 4th (Playoffs) |
| 2018 | Kane Williamson | 2nd (Runners-up) |
| 2019 | Kane Williamson, Bhuvneshwar Kumar | 4th (Playoffs) |
| 2020 | David Warner | 3rd (Playoffs) |
| 2021 | David Warner, Kane Williamson, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Manish Pandey | 8th |
| 2022 | Kane Williamson | 8th |
| 2023 | Aiden Markram | 10th |
| 2024 | Pat Cummins | 2nd (Runners-up) |
| 2025 | Pat Cummins | TBD |
