Virat Kohli finally unlocked the IPL trophy on June 3rd along with Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). But even in the celebratory moment that came 17 years later, Virat Kohli called for Test cricket, far better than the IPL victory. The RCB icon said the IPL victory was special, but for him it was still under five levels than Test cricket. That comment attracted Jasprit Bumrah’s attention.
Ahead of the five-match Test series between India and the UK, Jasprit Bumrah is currently responding to Kohli’s statement. Starpace shares a live and realistic view of what his former Indian captain’s remarks mean for today’s cricketers, especially the fast bowlers.
Bumra did not dismiss Kohli’s sentiment, but revealed that the journey of all cricketers is different and unique. He noted that the physical sacrifice of red ball cricket is a serious concern for fast bowlers. Once the body passes through it, many bowlers are forced to choose their format wisely.
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The Indian superstar has emphasized that it’s not always about passion, but sometimes it also emphasizes survival, career lifespan and family responsibility. Bumra admitted that Test cricket is an unparalleled form of respect, but not all players can maintain it.
Jasprit Bumrah told Dinesh Karthik on Star Sports, “It depends on the individual. They have one career, and the bowlers aren’t hiding behind the bats. A lot of tension is placed on the body.
Test cricket is the purest form, but everyone is different: Jaspribumura
He further explained that fast bowlers, in particular, cannot afford to ignore what their bodies tell them, and that is where they must make wise decisions that involve leaving the form, not weak moves, but wise moves for his family’s future.
Bumrah said, “Everyone is different. I grew up watching Test cricket, which is the pinnacle for me. I judge myself based on performance in the longest form. The current generation is different. T20 cricket is there and you have a different league.
My thinking and thinking process have changed. You can’t judge a fast bowler. Test cricket is the purest form, but everyone is different. ”
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Like Virat Kohli, Jasprit Bumrah encourages younger generations to embrace Test cricket
Still, Bumra encouraged younger generations to embrace Test cricket. He believes that true respect comes from playing at the highest level in the toughest form, and that is the traditional form of the game.
But at the same time, Indian Pacers accepted that modern games offer many passes, including several franchise tournaments, such as the T20 League, ODI Cricket, and T10 League.
He said, “As Virat Kohli said, we will be respectful by competing in this format. We encourage young cricketers to play Test cricket and pay respect. We encourage respectfulness around the world.
