After IPL Snub, Jonny Bairstow Eyes England Comeback
Jonny Bairstow, the talented English wicket-keeper batter, has not let the snub from the Indian Premier League (IPL) and Pakistan Super League (PSL) dampen his spirits. Despite being overlooked by both franchises, Bairstow has set his sights on making a comeback to the England national team. In a bold move, he has been appointed as the captain of Yorkshire’s red-ball cricket team, a role that will see him lead the team in the English domestic season.
The 35-year-old Bairstow has been a key player for England in the past, with a strong batting average of over 32 in Test cricket and a strike rate of over 100 in One-Day Internationals (ODIs). However, he has struggled for form in recent times, which has led to him being dropped from the national team. Despite this, Bairstow remains confident that he can make a comeback and is using his appointment as Yorkshire captain as a springboard to revive his career.
“I’m excited to take on the new challenge as captain of Yorkshire,” Bairstow said in a statement. “I’ve always loved playing for Yorkshire and I’m looking forward to leading the team and helping them get back to the First Division.”
Bairstow’s appointment as captain comes at a time when Yorkshire is looking to rebuild and regroup after a disappointing season. The team has struggled in the County Championship, finishing ninth in the Second Division last season. With Bairstow at the helm, the team is hoping to turn things around and make a push for promotion.
As a captain, Bairstow will be expected to lead by example and inspire his teammates to perform at their best. His appointment is seen as a boost for the team, with many expecting him to bring a new level of professionalism and motivation to the dressing room.
However, Bairstow’s appointment as captain is not without controversy. Some critics have questioned whether he is the right man for the job, citing his lack of first-class experience as a captain. Bairstow has been a regular member of the English national team, but he has never captained a team in a competitive match.
Despite these doubts, Bairstow remains confident that he has the skills and experience to lead Yorkshire to success. “I’ve played a lot of cricket at the highest level and I’ve learned a lot from my experiences,” he said. “I’m excited to apply those lessons to my new role as captain and help Yorkshire achieve their goals.”
For now, Bairstow will focus on leading Yorkshire to success in the English domestic season. With his appointment as captain, he will be looking to make a statement and prove that he still has what it takes to be a top-class cricketer. Whether he can achieve this remains to be seen, but one thing is certain – Bairstow is hungry for success and will stop at nothing to achieve his goals.
As Bairstow looks to make a comeback to the England national team, he will be keeping a close eye on the selection process. With the national team preparing for a busy schedule, including a series against India and a T20 World Cup, Bairstow knows that he will need to perform well to have any chance of selection.
“I’m not getting ahead of myself,” Bairstow said. “I’m focusing on my form and helping Yorkshire achieve their goals. If I can do that, then I’ll be in a good position to make a comeback to the national team.”
For now, Bairstow will continue to lead Yorkshire in the English domestic season. With his appointment as captain, he has a new challenge to look forward to and a chance to prove that he still has what it takes to be a top-class cricketer. Whether he can achieve this remains to be seen, but one thing is certain – Bairstow is ready to give it his all and make a comeback to the England national team.
