With India’s five-match Test series against England set to begin on June 20, the debate over the team’s next Test captain has intensified following the retirement of Rohit Sharma. While Jasprit Bumrah has emerged as the top contender, concerns over his fitness and workload have led former selectors to suggest an alternative leader.
MSK Prasad’s Recommendation: KL Rahul as Backup Captain
Former India chief selector MSK Prasad has backed Jasprit Bumrah as the ideal choice for captaincy, citing his leadership experience and proven ability to inspire the team. However, given Bumrah’s injury history, Prasad has proposed that KL Rahul should step in as captain if Bumrah’s fitness becomes a concern.
Selection Committee’s Dilemma
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is expected to announce the 16-member squad later this week, and selectors are reportedly divided over the captaincy decision. While Shubman Gill and Rishabh Pant are also being considered, Bumrah’s experience and tactical acumen make him the preferred choice. However, his availability for all five Tests remains uncertain, prompting discussions about a backup captain.
India’s Probable Test Squad for England Tour
According to Prasad, India’s squad should include a left-arm swing bowler, with Arshdeep Singh being his preferred choice. He also suggested that KL Rahul should bat at No. 4, while Abhimanyu Easwaran should be the reserve opener.
MSK Prasad’s Recommended India Squad:
- Yashasvi Jaiswal
- KL Rahul
- Sai Sudharsan
- Shubman Gill (Vice-Captain)
- Rishabh Pant
- Ravindra Jadeja
- Nitish Reddy
- Kuldeep Yadav
- Jasprit Bumrah (Captain)
- Mohammed Siraj
- Mohammed Shami
- Prasidh Krishna
- Dhruv Jurel (WK)
- Washington Sundar
- Arshdeep Singh
- Abhimanyu Easwaran
What’s Next?
With the BCCI set to finalize the squad soon, fans eagerly await the official announcement and the decision on India’s next Test captain. Whether Bumrah leads the team or KL Rahul steps in, India’s leadership transition will play a crucial role in shaping their performance against England.
Stay tuned for more updates on India’s Test squad and the latest cricket news!
