Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 11:57am on 04 Jan 2025,Saturday Sports
Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma emphasized that leadership in the team must be earned, citing the examples of MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli. Speaking to Star Sports, Rohit stated, "Kisi ne humko plate pe saja ke nahi dia" (nobody served us captaincy on a plate). He stressed that the next generation must work hard and understand cricket's significance before assuming leadership. Rohit dismissed retirement rumors, attributing his absence in the Sydney Test to poor form. He praised Jasprit Bumrah's leadership qualities, calling him "class" and commending his evolution over the years. "It’s an honor to captain India," Rohit added.
