Rohit Retires From Tests, Who Will Succeed As Captain? | First Sports With Rupha Ramani | N18G
In a surprising decision, Rohit Sharma has officially announced his retirement from Test cricket, just weeks ahead of India’s high-stakes series against England. While all eyes were on India’s military retaliation in Operation Sindoor, Rohit quietly bowed out from the longest format, ending an era that saw moments of brilliance but also increasing scrutiny over form. Rupha Ramani looks into the factors behind Rohit's decision—from the disappointing Australia series to the toll of back-to-back responsibilities. As India enters a new World Test Championship cycle, the focus now shifts to identifying a suitable successor. Will it be the young and in-form Shubman Gill, the experienced yet cautious KL Rahul, or the enigmatic Rishabh Pant? With Bumrah not the preferred choice given the workload, India faces a leadership transition at a crucial juncture.