5 players who can replace Anup Kumar as India captain

#2 Deepak Hooda

Deepak Niwas Hooda

The all-rounder's ability to perform on both ends of the mat is often a relief for his team for he can bail them out of any dire situation. Deepak Hooda has emerged on the scene, consistently improving with every consecutive season in Pro Kabaddi, becoming a major force to reckon with as well.

Often regarded as junior Anup Kumar due to his calm nature and strategic way of going about the scheme of things, he has an exclusive shade of a leader's personality which has been visible when he leads Puneri Paltan. Thus, Deepak Hooda could be one of the contender's for the captains' role.