'Virat Kohli doesn't need us, we need him': Jasprit Bumrah praises Virat Kohli's impact in Indian team
Jasprit Bumrah credited Virat Kohli's leadership and experience as instrumental in the win, emphasizing the team’s reliance on the veteran batter.
Kohli's Century Leads the Way
Virat Kohli’s unbeaten 100 in the second innings proved to be a cornerstone of India's triumph. Reflecting on the star batter's performance, Bumrah said during the post-match press conference, “Obviously, I have already said that Virat Kohli does not need us, we need him. He is an experienced player. This is his fourth or fifth tour. So, he knows his cricket more than anyone else."
Bumrah highlighted Kohli’s mental preparedness and adaptability, adding, “Sometimes, as long as the career is, you bat in tough scenarios. He has always been batting in tough scenarios. So, it is always difficult to do in every match. But he was batting in a very good form and in a very good space.”
Learning from Challenges
The victory marked Bumrah’s first Test win as captain, a milestone he acknowledged with humility. He noted that the team’s ability to bounce back from setbacks was key to the win. “Special win, first win as captain. We were put under pressure and we showed the character. We can take confidence from this game but we need to start fresh in the second Test,” he remarked.
Despite a challenging first innings, Bumrah stressed the positive mindset within the team. “When we got out for 150, no one was feeling down in the dressing room. That was the biggest positive, that attitude, you know,” he said.
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