The captain is the focal point of pressure; he always feels the heat
This article explores the immense psychological and physical toll of cricket captaincy, noting that even legendary players like Sachin Tendulkar and Ben Stokes have been deeply affected by its pressures. It argues that captaincy is a demanding role that often leads to burnout, despite its perceived honor.
It is one of cricket’s ironies that players welcome captaincy despite knowing that the chances of escaping its psychological and physical damage are low. Great captains are often those who hide their trauma well. Even those who enjoy the job and have a profound effect on the game reach a point when the ‘honour’ doesn’t matter any more.
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