Archive · 20 May 2025
India's Test Captaincy Unsettled After Rohit, Kohli Retirements
Following the retirements of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, the Indian selectors are trying to decide who should be the next captain of the Test team.
They have spoken to Shubman Gill and Rishabh Pant, but are still unsure.
One selector worries Gill hasn't fully secured his place in the team and may be better suited as vice-captain.
It was also revealed that Rohit Sharma initially planned to retire mid-series.
The selectors wanted a captain for the whole tour, leading to his immediate retirement.
Indian selectors are undecided on the next Test captain.
Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have both retired from Test cricket.
Shubman Gill and Rishabh Pant were discussed for captaincy.
Jasprit Bumrah withdrew from consideration due to playing concerns.
The England tour begins on June 20.
- Who
- Indian selectors, Shubman Gill, Rishabh Pant, Rohit Sharma, and Virat Kohli.
- What
- The selection of the new Indian Test captain.
- When
- Discussions happening this week, with the tour starting June 20.
- Where
- Related to the Indian cricket team and the upcoming England tour.
- Why
- To determine the new captain after key players retired.
- Key Event
- Upcoming England tour, June 20 start
- Key Players Retired
- Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli retired from Tests
- Main Issue
- Selectors undecided on new Test captain
- Potential Captains
- Shubman Gill and Rishabh Pant were considered
- Bumrah's Decision
- Jasprit Bumrah ruled himself out
Sources
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