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Then Vs Now: India’s Test Squad Led By Shubman Gill In The Post Rohit-Kohli Era
- Shubman Gill was named India's new Test captain for the five-match series against England starting June 20, 2025.
- Ajit Agarkar stated that Gill’s appointment followed over a year of evaluation and extensive dressing room feedback on leadership options.
- The squad announced excludes Mohammed Shami due to fitness and workload issues, while Rishabh Pant was named vice-captain and several young players joined.
- Gill has nearly 1,900 Test runs with five centuries, and former England captain Eoin Morgan described him as a 'natural leader' who thrives under responsibility.
- India begins a youth-led rebuilding phase under Gill’s leadership, facing a challenging England tour that will test the team’s future potential and resilience.
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Shubman Gill appointed India Test captain, Rishabh Pant VC
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Strange selection, but be patient, says Manjrekar on India Test squad
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