Rohit Sharma Praises Jasprit Bumrah Amid Test Cricket Showdown
During the lunch break on the second day of the fifth and final Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Indian captain Rohit Sharma addressed his absence from the playing XI while lauding the leadership qualities of stand-in skipper Jasprit Bumrah.
Rohit revealed that his decision to sit out the Sydney Test stemmed from his inability to contribute effectively with the bat. “I stood down, that is what I would say. Basically, the chat I had with the coach and selector was simple: I am not in form, it is an important match, and we need a player in form,” he explained.
Admiration for Bumrah’s Leadership
Shifting focus to Bumrah, Rohit expressed his admiration for the pacer’s remarkable journey over the past decade. “The way he sets standards with the ball, he is absolute class. When I saw him for the first time in 2013, his graph has gone really high ever since and has gone from strength to strength,” Rohit said.
However, Rohit also acknowledged the challenges of leadership, stating, “Nothing is given in this format of the game; you’ve got to earn it. Leadership can be tough, as every day will not be a good day.” His insights reflect the highs and lows that come with guiding a team in the competitive world of Test cricket.
Dominant Bowling Performance
The first session of the day saw India’s bowlers deliver a dominant performance, reducing Australia to 101/5 in response to India’s modest first-innings total of 185. Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj led the charge with two wickets each, while Prasidh Krishna claimed the crucial wicket of Steve Smith just before the break.
Reflecting on the match situation, Rohit noted the importance of patience on a challenging pitch. “The discussion before the start today was that there’s a lot of assistance for the bowlers on the wicket. The challenge is to maintain pressure consistently,” he added.
Looking ahead, Rohit emphasized the need to build on their strong start. “The next session is going to be really crucial. This is what happens in Test cricket—every session is crucial.” For more sports updates and exciting deals, visit Looffers.com.
