Jasprit Bumrah has opened up about the decision to decline the offer to captain the Indian Test team. He revealed that he was the preferred choice of the selection panel. Bumrah explained that he had conversations with BCCI officials and medical experts regarding his workload, leading him to believe he could not commit to all the matches. The team, in the end, selected Shubman Gill as their captain.
Bumrah emphasized the importance of consistency in leadership. He recognized that having different captains during a series could negatively impact the team’s performance. Bumrah’s prior experience of back issues influenced his decision. He stated that he felt a responsibility to remain available for all formats and that he could contribute more to the team’s success by focusing on his performance as a player. He added that his preference to play and be fit for the team prevailed over his aspirations of captaining the side. Bumrah highlighted his love for the game and desire to contribute as a player.