Former Indian cricketer and ex-coach Venkatesh Prasad conducted a question and answer session with fans on his social media X (formerly known as Twitter) account. Venkatesh Prasad spoke to the fans on various topics including the future Fab Four, the best batsman and sharing the captaincy of the Indian national cricket team.
Venkatesh Prasad, who is known for his outspoken views on Indian cricket on social media, has represented India in 33 Tests and 161 ODIs during his career. The former fast bowler has taken 292 international wickets, including 96 in Tests at an average of 35, with seven five-wicket hauls and one 10-wicket haul in the match.
The former cricketer has had more success in ODIs, taking 196 wickets at an average of 32.31, including four four-wicket hauls and one five-wicket haul. After retirement, he was India’s bowling coach from 2007 to 2009 and coached IPL teams Royal Challengers Bangalore and Punjab Kings.
Venkatesh Prasad picks the “Future Fab 4” in 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 definite choices.
“#AskVenky your future fab 4 ??,” a fan asked.
“Jaiswal, Brook definitely,” replied Prasad.
Jaiswal, Brook definitely 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 play consistently in international cricket and are often compared for their batting excellence.
Venkatesh Prasad reveals the best batsman
Another fan asked Prasad to name the best batsman among Sachin Tendulkar, Brian Lara and Virat Kohli. Prasad replied with “Sachin”.
“Who do you think was the best batsman?? #Sachin #Lara #Kohli #AskVenky,” asked another fan.
“Sachin,” replied Prasad.
Sachin https://t.co/DLV1wNWJx7
— Venkatesh Prasad (@venkateshprasad) January 19, 2025
Sachin Tendulkar, known as the “God of Cricket”, holds the record for the most runs in the 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 move forward – 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 move forward.
“Sir, do you think India should have separate Tests and captain’s odes? #AskVenky,” the user asked.
“It might not be a bad idea for the future,” Prasad said.
Rohit Sharma is the captain of both ODI and Test team. 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 opted out of the fifth Test of the 2024-25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy.
