Shubman Gill New Test Captain

India’s Test cricket journey takes a bold new turn as Shubman Gill is officially crowned the nation’s 37th Test captain. In a major shuffle, Shubman Gill takes over from Rohit Sharma, with Rishabh Pant stepping up as vice-captain. The announcement comes ahead of India’s crucial five-match Test series against England, kicking off on June 20, 2025.

Fresh Era Begins After Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli’s Exit

The retirement of stalwarts Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli has ushered in a new era. Rohit hung up his whites on May 7, 2025, while Kohli followed suit just five days later. Both legends leave behind a legacy of unmatched passion, grit, and leadership. Now, Cricket Army turns its hopes to the youthful duo of Gill and Pant.

The Pressure Is On, But So Is the Belief

Chief selector Ajit Agarkar acknowledged the pressure but showed confidence in the young skipper. “He’s very young, we’ve seen growth… it’s a high-pressure job but we are hopeful,” he said. India is rebuilding after two major blows – a 3-1 Test series loss to Australia and a shocking 3-0 home whitewash against New Zealand. It’s Gill’s time to lead the revival.

Team India Squad vs England

The team for the England series features:

• Shubman Gill (C), Rishabh Pant (VC)
• Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Sai Sudharsan
• Abhimanyu Easwaran, Karun Nair, Nitish Reddy
• Ravindra Jadeja, Dhruv Jurel, Washington Sundar
• Shardul Thakur, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj
• Prasidh Krishna, Akash Deep, Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav

Shubman Gill’s Growing Leadership Resume

At 25, Gill has already shown promise as Gujarat Titans’ IPL captain and India’s ODI vice-captain. His leadership in 25 IPL matches (14 wins) and 4 out of 5 wins in T20Is shows he’s not just a talent with the bat. He brings sharp thinking, calm nerves, and a hunger for victory – just what Cricket Army needs.

Stats That Show Gill’s Firepower

• Youngest to hit a double century in ODIs (208 vs NZ at 23 years, 132 days)
• Fastest Indian to 1,000 ODI runs (19 innings)
• Second-fastest Indian to reach 5,000 T20 runs
• 636 runs in IPL 2025, powering Gujarat Titans’ top order

Looking Ahead

This England series is more than just cricket – it’s the start of a rebuilding chapter. With Gill at the helm, backed by the explosive Pant, India is betting on youth, energy, and innovation to reclaim its Test dominance. Expect twists, tension, and a new kind of thrill. Cricket Army is in for a ride!

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