BCCI To Announce New Captain: The big wait is almost over as the BCCI selection committee, led by Ajit Agarkar, is ready to announce the Indian squad for the upcoming five-match Test series against England. With Test legends Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli retiring recently, all eyes are now on who will be named as India’s next Test captain.
All You Need to Know
The BCCI will hold a press conference today afternoon to reveal:
- The 5-match Test squad for the England tour
- India’s next Test captain
- Young and new players expected to be picked
BCCI to Announce New Captain: Who Will Be India’s New Test Captain?
This is the biggest question right now. After Rohit Sharma’s retirement, BCCI needs to choose a strong leader for the new era of Indian Test cricket. Three names are at the top:
- Shubman Gill: Most likely to be picked. He has led Gujarat Titans well in IPL 2025 and is in great form.
- Jasprit Bumrah: Already has experience as captain but frequent injuries could go against him.
- KL Rahul: A surprise name in the race. He’s experienced in England, but not the top favourite.
Reports suggest that Shubman Gill is likely to be picked as captain, with Rishabh Pant possibly becoming vice-captain.
Gambhir’s Planning and Rahul’s New Role
Head coach Gautam Gambhir is reportedly planning to have KL Rahul open the innings with Yashasvi Jaiswal. Shubman Gill will likely bat at No. 4, the position once held by Virat Kohli. This is seen as a big move by the management to rebuild the Test side with a fresh approach.
New Faces Expected in the Squad
With senior players stepping down, many fresh and young talents could be given a chance. Here are the names in discussion:
- Sai Sudharsan: IPL 2025’s Orange Cap holder. Likely to open the innings.
- Karun Nair: Strong Ranji and Vijay Hazare Trophy performance (850+ runs).
- Shardul Thakur: Reliable all-rounder and likely to return.
- Khaleel Ahmed: Left-arm pacer could get a chance.
- Abhimanyu Easwaran: May be picked as a backup opener.
- Kuldeep Yadav and Washington Sundar: One of them may partner Ravindra Jadeja as spin options in English conditions.
Veterans Who Will Be Missed
India will play this series without three major Test stars:
- Rohit Sharma (retired)
- Virat Kohli (retired)
- Ravichandran Ashwin (retired after Border-Gavaskar Trophy)
With these names gone, the pressure will be high on the new generation. The selectors are expected to make a bold move in shaping this new team.
India Test Squad Announcement: What Time Will the Squad Be Announced?
The BCCI has confirmed that the press conference will happen around 1:30 PM today. Chief selector Ajit Agarkar will lead the announcement and answer media questions.
This England tour will mark the beginning of a new chapter in Indian Test cricket. A new captain, young players, and fresh team combinations will be key to taking on a tough English side. Fans across India are waiting with excitement to see what the future of Indian Test cricket will look like.
Stay tuned for the official announcement this afternoon.
FAQs
When will BCCI announce the squad?
Today at 1:30 PM IST during a press conference.
Who are the frontrunners for Test captaincy?
Shubman Gill and Jasprit Bumrah are top names.
Will Rishabh Pant be part of the squad?
Yes, but he may not be captain due to his poor IPL 2025 form.
Is KL Rahul going to open?
Yes, reports say he will open with Yashasvi Jaiswal.
Any debutants expected?
Sai Sudharsan is most likely to debut as an opener.
Who are the retired players missing from this series?
Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and R Ashwin have retired from Tests.
Who will be India’s lead spinner?
Ravindra Jadeja is expected to lead the spin attack.
