India, April 21 -- Following the demise of Pope Francis on April 21, 2025, speculation has already begun about who will succeed him as the next pontiff. The next pope could come from regions like Africa, Italy, Sri Lanka, or even America, with many experts predicting that the next leader of the Catholic Church will likely bring the institution back to the ideological centre.

Among the names gaining attention is Cardinal Robert Sarah, who is also trending on social media platforms as a potential candidate to lead the Church.

Cardinal Robert Sarah, a former Vatican official from Guinea, has been a vocal critic of Pope Francis, particularly opposing restrictions on the traditional Latin Mass and the approval of blessings for same-sex coupl...