Shubman Gill: Kohli & Sharma’s India Success Plan Revealed
- Gill's appointment marks a new era for India's Test cricket team,building on the foundations laid by his predecessors.
- Shubman Gill, the 25-year-old batter, has been named India's new Test captain, succeeding Rohit Sharma.
- kohli holds the record for leading India to 40 Test wins in 68 matches.
Shubman Gill takes teh reins as India’s new Test captain,succeeding Rohit Sharma,who,along with Virat Kohli,recently retired. Gill sees their leadership as a “blueprint” for future success. At 25, Gill steps into the captaincy role, praising the experience of Kohli and Sharma. His first challenge? A five-Test series against England in June. News Directory 3 has the latest updates on this evolving story. Discover what’s next for India’s cricket team.
Shubman Gill Sees “blueprint” in Kohli,Sharma’s India Test Leadership
updated May 25,2025
Shubman Gill, the 25-year-old batter, has been named India’s new Test captain, succeeding Rohit Sharma. Gill acknowledged the leadership of virat Kohli and Sharma, calling their tenures a “blueprint” for future success in Test cricket. Both Kohli and Sharma recently retired from the format.
kohli holds the record for leading India to 40 Test wins in 68 matches. Sharma, who took over in 2022, maintained a high win percentage.Gill was chosen as captain over Jasprit Bumrah, who previously served as vice-captain.
Gill’s first series as captain will be a five-Test series against England,starting June 20. He also captains Gujarat Titans in the Indian Premier League. India was undefeated in home series under Kohli, with away series wins in Australia and a 2-2 draw in England. Under Sharma, India reached the 2023 World Test Championship final.
“Rohit, Virat and Ashwin have given us a blueprint on how to tour away from home and win matches and series,” Shubman Gill, India Test Captain said.
What’s next
Gill will lead India in the five-Test series against England,with the first match scheduled for June 20.