'I won't be able to play' - Bumrah reveals why he declined India captaincy

Jasprit Bumrah, initially a frontrunner for India's Test captaincy, withdrew from consideration due to workload concerns. Despite being the vice-captain, Bumrah communicated to the BCCI his inability to play all matches in a five-Test series, prioritizing the team's stability. Shubman Gill was subsequently named captain for the England series, starting June 20 in Leeds.

Jun 17, 2025 - 17:55
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'I won't be able to play' - Bumrah reveals why he declined India captaincy
Jasprit Bumrah, initially a frontrunner for India's Test captaincy, withdrew from consideration due to workload concerns. Despite being the vice-captain, Bumrah communicated to the BCCI his inability to play all matches in a five-Test series, prioritizing the team's stability. Shubman Gill was subsequently named captain for the England series, starting June 20 in Leeds.

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