Who is the youngest captain to lead India in Test cricket?

Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi, popularly known as Tiger Pataudi, became the youngest captain of the India national cricket team in Test cricket at the age of 21 years and 77 days in 1962.
He was appointed captain after Nari Contractor suffered a serious head injury during India’s tour of the West Indies, making Pataudi one of the youngest Test captains in world cricket history.

Despite losing vision in one eye after a car accident in 1961, Pataudi displayed remarkable courage and continued to perform at the highest level for India.
He promoted aggressive batting, sharp fielding, and confidence among Indian players, helping the team compete more strongly in international cricket during the 1960s and early 1970s.

• Full Name: Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi
• Became Captain: 1962
• Age at Captaincy: 21 years 77 days
• Nickname: Tiger Pataudi
• Known For: Youngest captain of India in Test cricket
• Major Contribution: Introduced modern and fearless leadership in Indian cricket