In a noteworthy move, India’s premier fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah has been appointed as the vice-captain for the upcoming three-match home Test series against New Zealand. This decision hints at Bumrah stepping into a leadership role during the forthcoming tour of Australia starting next month.
The Test series against New Zealand is set to commence on October 16 in Bengaluru. The second match will take place in Pune from October 24, followed by the third game in Mumbai starting November 1.
There is speculation that regular captain Rohit Sharma may skip one of the first two Test matches in Australia due to personal reasons. The five-match Test series down under begins on November 22 in Perth, with the second Test slated for December 6 in Adelaide. This potential absence underscores the importance of having a capable vice-captain like Bumrah ready to lead if necessary.
Adding to the anticipation, India did not designate a vice-captain during their recent 2-0 home series win against Bangladesh. This omission further suggests that the team management is preparing Bumrah for a significant leadership role in the near future.
