Indian pacer Jasprit Bumrah has given his opinion on leading the Indian team in the near future when the opportunity arises for him as the captain’s post in the Test team is vacant. Virat Kohli stepped down as Test captain a few days back, which shocked the cricketing world as the Indian team is unprepared for a major change in the red-ball format. Kohli’s resignation has opened doors for many players to take up leadership roles in the Test team.
Rohit Sharma is the front-runner to lead the Test side but considering his age, BCCI may look for an alternative as KL Rahul, Rishabh Pant and Jasprit Bumrah are the other players who could become Kohli’s long-term successor.
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Bumrah said that it would be an honor for him to lead the Indian team if given a chance.
“If given a chance, it will be an honor and I don’t think any player will say no and I am no different,” Bumrah said in a press conference ahead of the ODI series against South Africa starting on Wednesday, whether he Be it the leadership group, I always want to contribute to the best of my ability.
In the upcoming ODI series against South Africa, Bumrah will act as KL Rahul’s deputy. Ahead of the series, Bumrah said it was natural for him to take responsibility and help his teammates.
“I look at this situation the same way… Taking responsibility and talking to and helping the players has always been my approach and that will always be my approach regardless of any situation.”
Bumrah also said that the team respects Kohli’s decision to step down from the Test captaincy and the star batsman informed about it.
“Look, I am not here to judge his decision. But yes, it is his personal decision and we respect his decision. He knows how his body is reacting and what mental state he is in. We respect him and it’s a great pleasure for me to play under him since I made my Test debut. As I have said before, he brings a lot of energy to the team. He is always one of the group Will remain a leader and his contribution is huge and will be huge in future too.” Bumrah said.
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