Wed May 07 14:10:00 UTC 2025: ## Rohit Sharma Removed as India’s Test Captain

**London, [Date of Publication]** – In a surprising move, Rohit Sharma has been removed as captain of India’s Test cricket team. The decision, announced today by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), comes ahead of the upcoming tour of England next month. While the BCCI fully supports the selectors’ decision, the reasons cited are Sharma’s recent struggles in red-ball cricket and a desire to groom a younger leader for the future.

Sharma’s captaincy has been under scrutiny following a string of poor performances in recent Test series. His average in Tests outside India is significantly lower than his overall average, including particularly low scores in Australia and South Africa. While his average in England is considerably higher, selectors have opted for a change in leadership, stating that his form in red-ball cricket is a primary concern.

The decision is not viewed as a generational shift, but rather a response to Sharma’s current form. It remains unclear whether Sharma will be included in the squad for the England tour as a specialist batsman. His continued presence in the One Day International (ODI) team remains unaffected.

This decision follows a series of discussions among the selectors last month and a final meeting in Mumbai earlier this week. The selectors’ decision was then conveyed to the BCCI. Sources within the board emphasized a need for stability and a desire to avoid repeating the inconsistencies experienced during India’s previous tour of Australia.

While head coach Gautam Gambhir previously stated that decisions on veteran players’ futures should be based on performance, the selectors have ultimately decided a change in Test leadership is necessary. The BCCI will announce Sharma’s replacement in the coming days.

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