Krishna as next tirthankar
Answer
No. In Jain tradition, Krishna is not considered the next Tirthankar.Explanation
In Jain Dharma, Krishna is understood as a Vasudev figure, not a Tirthankar. A Tirthankar is a fully enlightened spiritual teacher who establishes the Jain path for others. Krishna does not hold that role in Jain tradition.Also, in the current half-cycle of time (avasarpini), the 24 Tirthankars have already appeared, and Lord Mahavira was the last Tirthankar of this cycle.
Spiritual Understanding
Jainism keeps a clear distinction between:- Tirthankars: spiritual saviors and path-makers
- Vasudevs: powerful noble figures, but not Tirthankars
So Krishna has an important place in Jain cosmology, but not as a Tirthankar.