Indian bowlers who captained Test cricket: Indian speedster Jasprit Bumrah is once again taken charge as captain at the iconic Sydney Cricket Ground, marking his third Test match as skipper. In his previous two games, Bumrah secured a win and a draw, with his most recent victory coming in the Perth Test, when regular captain Rohit Sharma took a break for personal reasons. Bumrah’s captaincy debut was a success, leading India to the desired result.
Meanwhile, Rohit Sharma’s return as captain saw mixed results, with losses in Adelaide and Melbourne, along with a dip in his batting form. However, Bumrah continues to dominate the Australian pitches, leading the wicket tally with 30 scalps and providing exemplary leadership for the team.
Although it’s rare for Indian bowlers to captain the team, Bumrah’s success demonstrates that there’s significant potential for bowlers to lead.
Let’s explore other Indian bowlers who have captained the national team in Test cricket and the success they achieved:
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| Player | Captaincy Tenure | Matches as Captain | Wins | Losses | Draws |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ghulam Ahmed | 1955-1958 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| Srinivas Venkataraghavan | 1974-1979 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 3 |
| Bishan Singh Bedi | 1975-1979 | 22 | 6 | 11 | 5 |
| Kapil Dev | 1982-1987 | 34 | 4 | 7 | 23 |
| Anil Kumble | 2007-2008 | 14 | 3 | 5 | 6 |
