As India prepares for their Test series against England later this year, Rohit Sharma may not be part of the lineup. After a lackluster performance in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, the Indian captain has reportedly decided to step away from the upcoming Ind vs Eng series.
Sources close to the Indian cricket team revealed that the decision to sit out the series comes after Rohit’s struggles with the bat in the recent Australia tour. Despite being a key figure in India’s cricketing setup, Rohit Sharma has faced difficulties in maintaining consistent form in Test cricket, and this may have led to his decision to miss the upcoming England tour.
Key Highlights:
Rohit Sharma’s Form in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy and His Decision
Rohit Sharma’s performance in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy has been under scrutiny, with the Indian captain struggling to score runs. In his last three Tests, Rohit scored just 31 runs at an average of 6.20, far from his usual consistency. His absence in the first Test of the series, which was held at Perth Stadium, and opting out of the Sydney Test added to the speculation about his Test cricket future.
Rohit addressed these concerns in a statement, clarifying that the decision to step away from the Sydney Test was not related to retirement. “I am not moving away from this game. But I took a decision to step away because I was not able to score runs with the bat. There is no guarantee that I will score runs two months or five months from now,” said Rohit Sharma. This statement highlighted his focus on regaining form and stepping back when necessary to avoid disappointing his team.
While speculation about Rohit’s retirement swirled, he remained confident that his cricketing journey was far from over, noting, “Things change in life, and in cricket, but I need to be realistic. It’s not for anyone else to decide how my career goes.”
Virat Kohli’s Test Form and India’s Preparations for the Ind vs Eng Series
In contrast to Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli had a relatively better performance during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. He scored a century in the second innings of the Perth Test, but couldn’t follow it up with another big score in the rest of the series. However, Kohli’s return to form was evident when he played well in the Ranji Trophy, though not registering massive scores.
Despite the ups and downs in his form, Virat Kohli is expected to retain his spot in the Ind vs Eng 2025 Test series. Kohli’s leadership and experience in the longest format of the game are essential for India as they face a formidable English side in their own conditions.
India’s Test Series Against England in 2025
India’s tour of England is set to begin with the opening Test at Headingley, Leeds on June 20, 2025. This will be the start of a five-match series between India and England, with subsequent Tests scheduled at Edgbaston, Lord’s, Old Trafford, and Kennington Oval.
This series is pivotal for India as they look to continue their growth and dominance in Test cricket. However, with Rohit Sharma’s absence, there will be questions about the leadership dynamics and how India will fill the void at the top of the order.
A Crucial Period for India’s Test Team
As India gears up for the Ind vs Eng Test series in 2025, the team will have to adjust to the potential absence of Rohit Sharma. With Virat Kohli likely to retain his spot, the team’s leadership and batting lineup will remain intact, but the series will still pose a challenge for India, especially in the absence of a key player like Rohit.
The upcoming series will test India’s resilience, and it will be interesting to see how the team adapts to the challenges presented by England. As for Rohit Sharma, his return to form will be closely monitored, and fans will eagerly await his comeback to Test cricket when he feels ready to make a return.
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