Major changes expected ahead of official squad announcement

  • Shubman Gill is set to be named India's new Test captain, marking a major leadership shift in the red-ball format.

  • Sai Sudharsan is reportedly in strong contention for a place in the squad, thanks to his consistent domestic performances.

  • Karun Nair and Shardul Thakur are likely to make a comeback to the Test setup.

  • Sarfaraz Khan, who has been knocking on the door with prolific domestic form, is also expected to be part of the squad.

  • The official squad announcement is expected on May 24.

May 23, 2025 7:22 AM