5 most experienced cricketers who never captained their team

The two lions from Punjab who could never lead India
The two lions from Punjab who could never lead India

#4 Harbhajan Singh

Harbhajan led Mumbai Indians to a CLT20 title
Harbhajan led Mumbai Indians to a CLT20 title

38-year-old Harbhajan Singh represented India in 367 matches in the period 1998 and 2016 and ended up being the most successful off-spinner produced by the nation. With a tally of 417 Test and 269 ODI wickets, the Turbanator was an integral member of the team that rose to the number one ranking as well as lifted the 2011 World Cup.

However, even after being a significant and consistent contributor to the team's success, Bhajji never got the opportunity to lead India in an International match.

Although, captaincy is not something that the Jallandhar born cricketer never experienced as he was handed over the baton to lead IPL franchise Mumbai Indians by the legendary Sachin Tendulkar. He fared well with a 50% win record across 30 matches and also helped his team win the 2011 edition of the now defunct Champions League T20.

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