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Indian cricket is abuzz with debates surrounding the national team’s leadership succession plan. with Rohit SharmaThe tenure as captain under scrutiny after a 3-1 defeat at the Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT)the focus has shifted to finding a suitable successor. Now Dainik Jagran reports suggested that the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is evaluating potential candidates to take over the reins after the Champions Trophy 2025. However, the selection process has led to differences between the head coach Gautam Gambhir and chairman of the selection committee Ajit Agarkar.
Captaincy transition set for post-2025 Champions Trophy decision
Reports further claimed that despite criticism of his captaincy following the BGT defeat, Rohit will lead India in both Test and ODI formats till the Champions Trophy 2025. According to sources, the young, The 37-year-old has indicated his intention to remain captain until the BCCI finalizes his successor. The Champions Trophy, organized by Pakistan and the United Arab Emiratesit is considered a pivotal event before considering a leadership transition.
Reports also indicated this pacer jasprit bumrah is a strong contender to take over the captaincy after Rohit. Bumrah, who has previously led the team in two Test matches during the BGT series against Australiahe has impressed the board with his leadership skills. His calm demeanor and tactical acumen make him a favorite for the role, especially given his experience in high-pressure situations.
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Clash of vision: Gautam Gambhir vs Ajit Agarkar on India’s future leadership
The debate extends beyond the captaincy to the role of vice-captain. Agarkar, head of the selection committee, is in favor of the wicketkeeper batsman Rishabh pants for the position Pant’s previous experience leading Delhi Capitals (DC) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) and the national team during a T20I series against south africa in 2022 adds weight to Agarkar’s argument.
However, head coach Gambhir has a different perspective. He advocated dynamic openness Yashasvi Jaiswal be prepared for leadership. Jaiswal’s outstanding performances in the BGT 2024-25, where he emerged as India’s leading run-scorer, have strengthened his case as a promising future leader. Gambhir’s support for Jaiswal comes from the belief that his aggressive style and hunger for success could bring a new dimension to the leadership of Indian cricket.
