Bumrah Set to Take Charge Amidst Challenges

Australian great Ricky Ponting supports Jasprit Bumrah leading India's pace attack and team if Rohit Sharma is absent for the opening Test in Perth. While acknowledging captaincy's challenges, Ponting believes Bumrah's experience will guide him through, highlighting his ability to thrive under pressure.

Australian cricket legend Ricky Ponting has expressed confidence in Jasprit Bumrah's capability to lead India's pace attack and the team itself, should captain Rohit Sharma miss the first Test in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series to be held in Perth.

Ponting acknowledged captaincy would be a significant challenge for Bumrah, drawing parallels with Pat Cummins' leadership journey with the Australian team. Concerns linger over Rohit's availability, with him admitting uncertainty about playing the opening Test.

Ponting emphasized Bumrah's experience and ability to handle pressure. He highlighted the importance of leveraging experienced teammates during leadership roles and asserted that Bumrah has long been the leader of India's bowling attack across formats.

(With inputs from agencies.)