Former Indian cricketer and former coach Venkatesh Prasad conducted a question and answer session with fans on his social media account X (formerly known as Twitter). Venkatesh Prasad discussed various topics with fans including the upcoming Fab Four, the best batsman and the shared captaincy of the Indian national cricket team.
Venkatesh Prasad, who is known for his candid views on Indian cricket on social media, has represented India in 33 Tests and 161 ODIs in his career. The former fast bowler took 292 international wickets, including 96 in Tests at an average of 35, with seven five-wicket hauls and one 10-wicket haul.
The former cricketer achieved more success in ODIs, taking 196 wickets at an average of 32.31, including four four-wicket hauls and one five-wicket haul. After retiring, he was India's bowling coach from 2007 to 2009 and had coaching roles with IPL teams Royal Challengers Bangalore and Punjab Kings.
Venkatesh Prasad picks 'Future Fab 4' at Cricket
During a question and answer session on social media, a fan asked Venkatesh Prasad about his 'future Fab 4' in cricket. Prasad responded by naming Yashasvi Jaiswal and Harry Brook as definitive choices.
“#AskVenky your future fab 4 ??” one fan asked.
“Jaiswal, Brook for sure,” Prasad replied.
Jaiswal, Brook for sure https://t.co/hP5TIPLWNB
— Venkatesh Prasad (@venkateshprasad) January 19, 2025
The term 'Fab Four', coined by the late New Zealand cricketer Martin Crowe, referred to Virat Kohli, Steve Smith, Joe Root and Kane Williamson. These four players have been consistent performers in international cricket and are often compared for their batting excellence.
Venkatesh Prasad reveals the greatest batsman
Another fan asked Prasad to name the greatest batsman among Sachin Tendulkar, Brian Lara and Virat Kohli. Prasad replied with “Sachin”.
“Who was the greatest batsman according to you? #Sachin #Lara #Kohli #AskVenky,” asked another fan.
“Sachin,” Prasad replied.
Sachin https://t.co/DLV1wNWJx7
— Venkatesh Prasad (@venkateshprasad) January 19, 2025
Sachin Tendulkar, popularly known as the 'God of Cricket', holds the record for most runs in both Test (15,921) and ODI (18,426) formats. The former batsman also boasts the most international centuries, with 100 to his name. Tendulkar is the only cricketer to have played 200 Test matches in international cricket.
It might not be a bad idea to go ahead – Venkatesh Prasad
When asked if India should have separate captains for Tests and ODIs, Venkatesh Prasad said it might not be a bad idea to go ahead.
“Sir, do you think India should have a separate captain for test and odi? #AskVenky,” asked one user.
“It might not be a bad idea in the future,” Prasad said.
Rohit Sharma is the captain of both the ODI and Test teams. He retired from T20I cricket after leading India to victory in the T20 World Cup 2024. It is worth mentioning that his Test future is also uncertain due to his poor performances. He dropped the fifth Test in the 2024-25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy.