The race to succeed Rohit Sharma as India’s next Test captain is heating up ahead of the highly anticipated England tour, but the decision is far from settled, with a few names like Shubman Gill, Rishabh Pant, and KL Rahul making rounds across social media.
Now, a Sky Sports News report claimed that the Indian selectors have had informal discussions with Shubman Gill and Rishabh Pant regarding the Test captaincy, but they have not yet made a decision despite the squad for the England tour being set to be announced this week.
BCCI yet to finalize India's next Test captain, Shubman Gill and Rishabh Pant in contention
The report suggested that the national selectors have shortlisted Shubman Gill and Rishabh Pant for the Test captaincy. However, Jasprit Bumrah has reportedly opted out of contention, citing workload concerns over a demanding five-match Test series in England.
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While both contenders have been approached, sources revealed that the selection panel remains undecided on who will succeed Rohit Sharma as India’s Test captain. One senior selector has expressed doubts over Gill’s consistency and place in the XI, suggesting the Gujarat Titans captain may be more suited for the vice-captain's role, at least for some time now.
It is being said that the BCCI will announce the new Test captain and squad for the upcoming Test series in England later this week.
To be continued..
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