R Ashwin breaks silence on India’s Test captaincy, cites Graeme Smith’s example

Ravichandran Ashwin has ignited debate over India’s next Test captain, suggesting Jasprit Bumrah, a ‘national treasure,’ deserves consideration despite workload concerns. He also proposes Ravindra Jadeja as a short-term option, emphasizing the importance of consistent selection and mentoring a younger player like Shubman Gill. Ashwin advocates for a formal interview process to assess leadership qualities beyond on-field performance.