INDIA FIRST | New Delhi | Sports Desk |
In a significant leadership transition for Indian cricket, Shubman Gill has been appointed as the 37th Test captain, succeeding Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, who recently retired from the format. Wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant has been named vice-captain, marking his return to leadership after recovering from injury.
The announcement comes ahead of India’s five-match Test series against England, starting June 20, 2025, which also marks the beginning of the 2025–27 ICC World Test Championship cycle.
The newly announced 18-member squad blends experienced players like KL Rahul, Ravindra Jadeja, and Jasprit Bumrah with emerging talents such as Sai Sudharsan and Nitish Kumar Reddy. Notably, veteran pacer Mohammed Shami has been ruled out due to injury.
This leadership change signifies a new era for India’s Test team, focusing on a younger core aiming to build upon the legacy left by Sharma and Kohli.
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