Mumbai, May 12: India appears to be ushering in a new era in Test cricket as Rohit Sharma and possibly Virat Kohli step away from the format. The Test squad for the upcoming England series is expected to be announced next week, during which the BCCI is also likely to officially introduce the new captain.With Rohit Sharma officially retiring from Test cricket on May 7, the Indian cricket setup is preparing for a leadership transition. According to media reports, young batter Shubman Gill has emerged as the front-runner to take over the Test captaincy.
While Jasprit Bumrah was expected to be the natural successor of Rohit Sharma, concerns about his ability to play all five Tests due to past injuries have led the BCCI to shift its focus toward Gill.