IND vs Eng: ‘I will not be able to play’ – Jasprit Bumrah revealed why he rejected the captaincy of Team India
New Delhi: Indian fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah revealed that he rejected the role of Test Captain before the appointment of Shubman Gill, which citing management concerns for the England series for the upcoming five -match England series starting from June 20 in Leeds. Despite being the vice-captain and a precursor to replace Rohit Sharma, who left the post in May, Bumrah selected to prioritize his bowling responsibilities on leadership duties.The decision came after discussion with the Control Board (BCCI) for Cricket in India during the Indian Premier League about their availability for all Test matches during the Indian Premier League.“Before Rohit [Sharma] And Virat [Kohli] Retired – During the IPL, I spoke to BCCI, that I have discussed the workload to move forward in the five -match testing series, [and that] I have talked to those who manage my back. Bumrah told Sky Sports, “We have concluded that we have to be a little smarter, then I called the BCCI that I do not want to see the role of the leadership because I would not be able to play all Test matches.Bumrah further emphasized his decision to withdraw from the idea, emphasizing the interests of the team.“BCCI was looking at me as the role of leadership, but I don’t have to say to them because it is not ideal when no one is leading for tests, some other people will have to lead the rest of the tests, so it is not appropriate for the team because I wanted to form the team first,” he said.
The selection committee later nominated Shubman Gill as the new test captain, which marks its first leadership assignments in the England series.The decision aligns with the team’s strategy to keep the England series and the World Test Championship in optimal position for important matches in the 2025-27 cycle, Bumrah, the team’s strategy to keep their primary fast bowler.The five -match series will begin at Heddingley, Leeds, which marks India’s first Test in the New World Test Championship cycle.
