Islamabad, Mar 15 2025: Rohit Sharma has been confirmed as India’s Test captain for the upcoming red-ball series against England.
following the team’s unbeaten run and victory in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, the cricket authrity took big decion of restoring the right-hander to lead India in Test cricket.
The selectors have reinforced their faith in his leadership, ensuring he remains in charge for the five-match Test series from June to August.
Cricket analysts have praised Sharma’s ability to guide the team through high-pressure moments.
Cricket experts have pointed out that the team management’s strategic decisions under his captaincy played a crucial role in India’s recent success.
Despite concerns over his batting form during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy—where he scored only 31 runs in three Tests and was omitted from the final match—selectors have continued to support him.
Media reports suggest that key stakeholders remain confident in his leadership skills and view him as the best option to lead the Test side.
India recently secured their third ICC Champions Trophy title, defeating New Zealand by four wickets in the final at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on March 9.
The team had previously won the tournament in 2002 and 2013.
Looking ahead, India’s Test tour of England will begin on June 20 in Leeds, with the final match scheduled at The Oval from July 31 to August 5.
