Jasprit Bumrah on the Intelligence of Bowlers as Captains: ‘They’re the Smartest Players’

Jasprit Bumrah, India’s leading fast bowler, has expressed his belief that bowlers make exceptional captains due to their strategic thinking and resilience. In a recent discussion, Bumrah praised Australian captain Pat Cummins and highlighted how bowlers’ experiences and challenges equip them well for leadership roles.

Bumrah noted, “Bowlers are smart because they constantly face challenges. They need to find new ways to succeed against better-equipped batsmen. Leadership requires bravery, something bowlers have in abundance.”

Reflecting on his career, Bumrah admired past captaincy examples like Wasim Akram and Kapil Dev, who led their teams to World Cup victories. He also praised current captains, including Rohit Sharma for his empathy towards bowlers and MS Dhoni for his instinctive approach.

Despite his achievements, including being named Player of the Tournament at the recent T20 World Cup, Bumrah remains grounded and focused on continuous improvement. He advises aspiring players to stay confident and work hard, emphasizing that competition drives excellence in cricket.