Shreyas Iyer first captain to opt to bat in India’s inaugural men’s T20I versus Japan
Cricket
India captain Shreyas Iyer became the first captain to choose to bat first in India’s inaugural men’s T20I against Japan, a match staged as part of the 'Sport 75' celebrations and reported on September 22, 2026.
The game was shortened to five overs per side because of rain.
Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma maintained their roles as opening batsmen.
