India, June 2 -- Former India cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar has sparked a fresh debate over IPL captaincy, arguing that franchises should be more open to appointing overseas players as captains. His remarks come after several Indian captains endured difficult campaigns this season, raising questions about whether teams are always choosing the best leader available.

Historically, IPL franchises have preferred Indian captains, and the numbers help explain why. Only three overseas skippers have lifted the trophy - Shane Warne, Adam Gilchrist and David Warner. Concerns over the availability of foreign players, along with the commercial appeal and long-term presence of Indian stars, have often influenced leadership decisions.

This season, howev...