Jasprit Bumrah Set to Replace Rohit Sharma as India’s Test Captain for England Tour 2025
Rohit Sharma Dropped from Test Squad
Indian cricket is witnessing a major shake-up as reports suggest that Rohit Sharma is likely to be dropped from the Test squad for the upcoming five-match series against England in June 2025. Sharma, who has been India’s regular Test captain, has struggled with form, particularly in the recently concluded five-match series against Australia. His poor performances have sparked debates about his future in the longest format, with many calling for his retirement.
Jasprit Bumrah Set to Lead India
(Jasprit Bumrah receives his Player of the Series against Australia)
According to reports from PTI, ace pacer Jasprit Bumrah is expected to take over the captaincy for the England tour. While there are concerns over his fitness, it is believed that he will regain match fitness in time for the series. Bumrah has previously captained India in Test cricket, leading the team in two matches during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. He won his first game as captain but lost the fifth Test after Rohit Sharma was dropped.
India’s Tour of England 2025 Schedule
The highly anticipated India vs. England Test series is set to begin on June 20, 2025, in Leeds. The remaining four matches will be played in Birmingham, London, Manchester, and the final Test will take place at The Oval from July 31, 2025.
As India prepares for this crucial tour, all eyes will be on how Bumrah handles the leadership role and whether this decision marks a new era for Indian Test cricket.
