India Considers Gill, Pant for Test Captaincy

Following Rohit Sharma's retirement from Test cricket, India faces a leadership transition ahead of the England series beginning June 20. Shubman Gill has emerged as the leading candidate for Test captain, with support from head coach Gautam Gambhir and key BCCI officials. Former coach Ravi Shastri and multiple reports also mention Rishabh Pant as a possible captain, emphasizing the need for youthful leadership. Wasim Jaffer and others suggest appointing Jasprit Bumrah as captain if his workload permits, with Gill as vice-captain. The BCCI is expected to finalize its decision soon, amid the broader transition prompted by recent retirements of stalwarts like Kohli and Ashwin. The selection committee aims to balance immediate leadership needs with the long-term development of the next generation.