The former finance minister has the widest support among colleagues who have publicly expressed their view, including the backing of deputy prime minister Dominic Raab.
After Boris Johnson's exit, all eyes are on Indian-origin Rishi Sunak one of the top contenders for the post of the British Prime Minister. But people seem to be divided on his candidature and here's why.
Rishi Sunak, 42, is one of the favourites to replace Boris Johnson as the next UK prime minister. Here's all you need to know about the former finance minister.