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India’s T20 Vice-Captain Tilak Varma Declares Test Cricket Is In His Blood
✍️ Deccan Herald
🗓 03 Sep 2026, 08:49 AM
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India’s T20 vice‑captain Tilak Varma has publicly expressed his deep affection for Test cricket, stating that the format is part of his DNA.
India’s T20 vice‑captain Tilak Varma made headlines today after revealing that Test cricket is a natural part of his sporting identity. The 25‑year‑old, who has been a key figure in India’s limited‑overs setup, said that the longer format has always resonated with him.
Varma’s comment comes as India prepares for a series of Test matches that will test the team’s depth and resilience. His statement underscores the growing trend of younger players embracing the traditional format, even as they excel in the shorter games.
While the vice‑captain’s focus has largely been on T20 duties, he highlighted that his passion for Test cricket will influence his approach to the game’s demands, from patience to technique.
The cricket board and coaching staff have welcomed Varma’s sentiment, noting that his enthusiasm could inspire a new generation of players to value the rigors of Test cricket alongside the excitement of limited‑overs play.
Varma’s comment comes as India prepares for a series of Test matches that will test the team’s depth and resilience. His statement underscores the growing trend of younger players embracing the traditional format, even as they excel in the shorter games.
While the vice‑captain’s focus has largely been on T20 duties, he highlighted that his passion for Test cricket will influence his approach to the game’s demands, from patience to technique.
The cricket board and coaching staff have welcomed Varma’s sentiment, noting that his enthusiasm could inspire a new generation of players to value the rigors of Test cricket alongside the excitement of limited‑overs play.