Rohit Sharma’s role as the Indian cricket team’s Test captain has become a focal point for discussions on how leadership positions are earned. Following Virat Kohli’s resignation, Sharma’s appointment was influenced by then BCCI president Sourav Ganguly, leading to debates about whether his captaincy was based on merit or circumstance.
Critics argue that Sharma’s leadership in Test cricket might not reflect the competitive merit he himself advocates for, pointing to his record and the circumstances of his appointment. Meanwhile, Sharma has shown leadership in other formats, but his decision to rest during crucial matches like the fifth Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy has added layers to the conversation about his commitment and the opportunities for younger players like Jasprit Bumrah to step up.
This situation underscores a broader discourse on legacy, merit, and the future of leadership in Indian cricket.