Rohit’s Test retirement: A quiet call with loud ripples in Indian cricket

**Rohit's Test Retirement: A Quiet Call with Loud Ripples in Indian Cricket

Rohit Sharma announced his retirement from Test cricket, catching everyone by surprise, including BCCI officials and his Mumbai Indians teammates.

The decision has put to rest speculation over his availability for the five-Test series in England in June-July. However, it has raised questions about the reason for the sudden move. There are suggestions that the selectors were not keen to retain Rohit as captain for the England series.

Rohit will continue playing in ODIs and will lead the ODI side. He is expected to continue till the 2027 World Cup.

Gill Favourite to Succeed Rohit

With Rohit out of the race, the selectors may pick Shubman Gill for the Test captaincy. Gill has been lauded for the way he has been leading Gujarat Titans this season.