34-year-old Rohit has recently been made the new captain of the Test. He said that I do not need to teach much to Pant, Rahul and Bumrah. These three are great players.
The T20 series between India and Sri Lanka is starting on 24 February. Earlier, Team India captain Rohit Sharma held a press conference on Wednesday.
He said that Jasprit Bumrah, KL Rahul and Rishabh Pant are perfect to become captains in the times to come. Rohit said that he would be happy to guide these three players.
Rahul, Pant and Bumrah need guidance
The 34-year-old Rohit has recently been made the new captain of the Test. He said that I do not need to teach much to Pant, Rahul and Bumrah. So here are the big 3 players.
However, they will need someone’s help to move forward, who can show them the right path in difficult situations. I would be happy to play this role. We have learned in the same way only by watching someone.
Rohit and Virat were guided by Dhoni
Skipper Rohit Sharma, however, did not take any names. Rohit started his career under the captaincy of Mahendra Singh Dhoni. Both Virat Kohli and Rohit played under Dhoni’s captaincy and learned a lot from him. Virat is a former captain of India. At the same time, Rohit is now his successor in all three formats of cricket.
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Bumrah appointed vice-captain for Sri Lanka series
Rohit said that Pant, Rahul and Bumrah all three will have to contribute significantly to take India to the top. The trio will remain one of the main contenders for the leadership of the team in the times to come. Jasprit Bumrah has been made the vice-captain for the Sri Lanka T20 and Test series. As KL Rahul will not play in both series.
What did Rohit Sharma say about Bumrah?
Rohit said- It does not matter whether Bumrah is a batsman or a bowler. Cricket is a mind game and Bumrah has got a smart player. I know him very well and I know what kind of cricketing mind he has. Right now he has a great opportunity to mould himself in a leadership Role. He also said he has high hopes for them.
Rohit will play all the matches
Rohit will be seen captaining Team India in Tests for the first time in the Sri Lanka series. After being made the captain of all three formats. Hitman said – it is an honour and it is a wonderful experience to be the captain of all three formats.
There are many challenges ahead of us right now. Captain Rohit Sharma said that at present he is completely fit and will play all the matches ahead.