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India's Full Squad vs England: Who's In, Who's Out, New Faces, Comebacks

Batting star Shubman Gill was on Saturday handed India's Test leadership to steer through a "massive transition" phase starting with next month's tour of England that will be nothing short of a trial by fire for the relatively inexperienced 18-member squad announced. At 25 years of age, Gill will be India's fifth youngest Test captain after Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi (21), Sachin Tendulkar (23), Kapil Dev (24) and Ravi Shastri (25). He will have the swashbuckling but erratic Rishabh Pant as his deputy for the five-match series that will begin on June 20 in Leeds.

India pick Gill over Bumrah as test captain before England tour

NEW DELHI :India named Shubman Gill as their new test captain on Saturday, picking the top-order batter over pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah ahead of their five-test series in England beginning on June 20.

Rishabh Pant's Appointment As Test Vice-Captain Explained: BCCI Says "Wicket-Keeper..."

Batting star Shubman Gill was on Saturday entrusted with India's Test leadership to steer through a "massive transition" phase with the swashbuckling Rishabh Pant as his deputy for next month's tour of England that is expected to be nothing short of a trial by fire. At 25 years of age, Gill will be India's fourth youngest Test captain after Sachin Tendulkar (23), Kapil Dev (24) and Ravi Shastri (25). The five-match series against England will begin on June 20 in Leeds. "Last year or so we have looked at Shubman (for leadership). We are hopeful he is the guy who is going (to take the team forward). It is a high pressure job but he is a terrific player. We wish him all the best," said chief selector Ajit Agarkar after announcing the squad, which offered no major surprises.

Jasprit Bumrah "Unavailable For...": BCCI's Scary Update On Pacer For England Tour

Indian cricket team fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah will not be available for all five Tests in the upcoming series against England, BCCI chief selector Ajit Agarkar said on Saturday. BCCI announced the squad for the upcoming series with Shubman Gill becoming the new captain and Rishabh Pant being appointed his deputy. During the press conference, Agarkar said that Bumrah will not playing all the matches due to his fitness concerns. "Don't think he'll be available for all five Tests. Whether it's four or three, we'll see based on how the series goes and his workload is. Even if he's fit for 3-4 Tests, he'll be an asset for us. Just happy he's part of the squad. He's more important to us a player,” Agarkar said.

Mohammed Shami Snubbed For England Tests. BCCI Sends Clear Message - "Not Fully..."

Shubman Gill was on Saturday appointed India's new Test captain while Rishabh Pant was named his deputy, starting with the five-match series in England. The selectors decision on the team's leadership was on expected lines following the retirement of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. Young left-hander B Sai Sudharsan earned his maiden Test call-up. The squad also features Karun Nair, who returns to the national set up up after seven years. A notable exclusion was pacer Mohammed Shami, who was deemed not fit enough for the long series. "Last year or so we have looked at Shubman (for leadership). We are hopeful he is the guy who is going (to take the team forward). It is a high pressure job but he is a terrific player. We wish him all the best," said chief selector Ajit Agarkar after announcing the squad.

BCCI Breaks Silence On Snubbing Jasprit Bumrah, KL Rahul As Captain: "15-16 People..."

Shubman Gill is officially the new Indian cricket team Test captain. At a press conference in Mumbai on Saturday, BCCI chief selector Ajit Agarkar announced the decision while revealing India's squad for the five-Test series against England, that starts on June 20. Shubman Gill does not have prior experience of leading the Test side, while the squad that has been selected comprises two players - Jasprit Bumrah and KL Rahul - who have led the side in the past. BCCI chief selector Ajit Agarkar was clear in his thought process when asked about the duo and their chances of leader.

BCCI Breaks Silence On Virat Kohli's Test Retirement: "Reached Out Early..."

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) shed light on star batter Virat Kohli's sudden decision to retirement from Test cricket. Kohli delivered the shocking news earlier this month, days after India captain Rohit Sharma also announced his Test retirement. On Saturday, chairman of the selection committee, Ajit Agarkar, addressed a press conference before announcing India's squad for the upcoming Test tour of England. During the presser, Agarkar revealed that Kohli reached out to the BCCI in early April, having already made up his mind to retire from the format.

India Squad Announcement For England Test Series LIVE Streaming: When And Where To Watch

India Squad Announcement for England Test Series LIVE Streaming: The BCCI are today announcing India's Test squad for the five-match Test series against England, to be held in June. Team India head coach Gautam Gambhir, chief selector Ajit Agarkar and other members of the selection committee are set to meet. The squad announcement will be headlined by the appointment of a new Test captain, with Shubman Gill and Jasprit Bumrah the lead candidates for the role.

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India's Full Squad vs England: Who's In, Who's Out, New Faces, Comebacks

India pick Gill over Bumrah as test captain before England tour

Rishabh Pant's Appointment As Test Vice-Captain Explained: BCCI Says "Wicket-Keeper..."

Jasprit Bumrah "Unavailable For...": BCCI's Scary Update On Pacer For England Tour

Mohammed Shami Snubbed For England Tests. BCCI Sends Clear Message - "Not Fully..."

BCCI Breaks Silence On Snubbing Jasprit Bumrah, KL Rahul As Captain: "15-16 People..."

BCCI Breaks Silence On Virat Kohli's Test Retirement: "Reached Out Early..."

India Squad Announcement For England Test Series LIVE Streaming: When And Where To Watch