Former head coach India Anil Kumble supported Paka head Jasprit Bumrah to the captain of the Indian test team during the upcoming series of five matches in England.
38 -year -old Rohit Sharma announced his retirement from a test cricket In an unforeseen Instagram story. India will have a new Captain test for a series of five tests in England since June 20, with possible candidates are Jasprit Bumrah, Kl Rahul, SHUBMAN GILL and RISHABH PANT.
Kumble pointed out that Bumrah led India to their only victory in this series in Perth and said that a quick pitch deserving the chance to lead the party in England and SHUBman Gill as his representative.
“Maybe just for this series (against England) with Bumurah and then see how his condition is,” said Kumble Espncricinfo. “I know it’s not easy to be a quick pitch. He was injured, he was after the Australian series at the break and in this IPL returned. But I would still go with Bumrah.”
Kumble acknowledged physical tolls fast bowling and said that it may not be realistic to expect Bumrah to play all five tests. “Whenever it happens, the vice -chairman will come and take it over,” he said.
At the age of 31, Bumrah is at the top of his career and remains one of the most feared pitch -offs. However, its history of back injuries and the requirements of the lengthy series in English conditions is a key problem.
This can open the door for 25 -year -old SHUBMAN GILL, who has already been appointed more captain in Indian white bikes and is considered long -term leading possibilities. Gill’s credentials were further reinforced by Gujarat Titans in IPL 2025 and led them to the top of the table.
“He is very proactive on Earth. His game playing is very good,” said coach Gujarat Parthiv Patel’s assistant, emphasizing Gill’s growing character in the team.
Other candidates include Kl Rahul, who has led India in the past and is currently in good shape. At the age of 33, Rahul brings experience and can be a stable short -term and medium -term option. Rishabh Pant also remains a key figure in the Indian test setting, although his prospects for leadership may depend on his relationship with the new head coach Gautam Gambhir after his return from the injury.
Published:
Saurabh Kumar
Published on:
8 May 2025
