Overview
- In a new interview, Patel dismissed the notion that fluent English defines “captaincy material,” saying the job is to know players and get the best out of them.
- Citing his IPL 2025 stint as Delhi Capitals skipper, he noted the praise he received for his approach, with the team finishing fifth.
- He rejected the “daring” label, emphasizing meticulous preparation and confidence, including video study of South Africa’s batsmen before the Kolkata Test.
- Recent coverage credits him with key roles in India’s 2024 T20 World Cup and 2025 Champions Trophy wins, underscoring his multi-format value.
- He is in the squad for the two-Test series starting November 14 at Eden Gardens, though his place in the XI remains uncertain given competition from Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar.