<h1>Cricket board names new ODI captain after long-serving leader in strategic succession praised for clarity, timing, and grooming</h1> A national cricket board appointed a new ODI captain to succeed the long-serving incumbent, a move a business strategist praised as an exemplar of strategic succession planning. The strategist said the transition reflected clarity, timing, and sustained grooming of the successor, balancing retained experience with fresh leadership to support a long-term roadmap. The outgoing captain's legacy of stability and talent development was described as foundational to a smooth handover. The strategist framed the decision as a model for organizations aiming to validate leadership changes through advance preparation, mentorship, and alignment with institutional vision.