Here is the full list of Indian Test Captains to the date of Shubman Gill

IndiaThe test cricket trip, which began in 1932 under the leadership of Ck nayuduHe has seen a rich tapestry of captains, each leaving a unique imprint on the team’s legacy. As the baton passes to Shubman gillwhich becomes the 37th Test Captain ahead of the Great Profile England Tour, is a right time to reflect on the men who have led India in the longest format of the game.

The evolution of the leadership of Indian tests

The history of Indian Testing Captaincy began with Nayudu, who led the team in his maid test against England in 1932. The first decades were marked by experimentation, with captains such as Maharajkumar of Vizianagram, Lala Amarnh and Vijay Hazarere Browsing the challenges of a cricketing nation. Lala Amarnh recorded his name in the story as the first Indian captain to get a victory of the test, while Mansoor Ali Khan PataudiWith his charismatic leadership, he delivered the first victory of the series abroad to India New Zealand (1967-68).

As the Indian cricket matured, the captaincy’s mantle was passed into icons like Sunil Gavaskar, Kapil Devand Mohammad Azharuddin. Each brought his own style, Gavaskar’s resilience, Kapil’s flare and Azharuddin’s bracelet elegance. In the late 1990’s and early 2000’s, modern leaders appeared: Sourav Gangulywho instilled in aggression and beliefs; Rahul Dravidthe quiet tactic; and Anil KumbleThe inspirational spinner.

The time of Ms woman and Shot kohli marked a golden phase. Dhoni’s fantastic leadership offered 27 testing wins, making him the second most successful Indian test captain. Kohli, with an unmatched zeal, pointed out a record of 40 testing victories in 68 games, establishing new reference points for coherence and success abroad.

BCCI names Shubman Gill as the 37^th Indian Test Captain

With Rohit SharmaThe retirement of the test cricket, the leadership torch has been delivered to Gill of 25 years. Its appointment comes at a time when the Indian cricket is adopting a generational change, with specific captains of the format through tests, hatred and T20IS. Gill, who has already impressed with 1,893 runs in 32 tests, faces the formid challenge of directing India in England, a place where many Indian captains have been tested.

Gill joins a distinguished list that includes legends and stops. Above all, only five Indian captains, Azharuddin, Gangul, Dhoni, Kohli and Rohit, have achieved 10 or more test victories, emphasizing the difficulty of successful success in this demanding role. Sachin tendulkar It is still the youngest to lead India in evidence, taking over at 23, while Ajinkya Rahane and Kl satisfied They have also served as interim captains of recent years.

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Here is the complete list of Indian male test captains (in order of appearance):

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