One former wicketkeeper is worried the 'burden' of captaincy will lead Pat Cummins to succumb to 'burnout' and believes he should step down and finish his career as a 'tearaway fast bowler'.
Cummins returned after the second Test to see his mother – who is in palliative care – and was expected to travel back in time for the third match but has decided to stay in Australia.
Pat Cummins has been the Test captain since the 2021 Ashes Series but Ian Healy now thinks he should step down. Picture: Bradley Kanaris/Getty Images Steve Smith will take over the captaincy in India after Cummins announced he would not be returning to spend the week with his mother.Former Australian wicketkeeper Ian Healy is worried about Pat Cummins burning out under the"burden" of captaincy. Picture: Evan Morgan"I appreciate the overwhelming support I have received from Cricket Australia and my teammates. Thanks for your understanding.
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