Shubman Gill Appointed Captain for India's Tour of England

The Indian cricket team has announced its squad for the upcoming tour of England, with Shubman Gill appointed as captain and Rishabh Pant as vice-captain. This marks a significant moment for Gill, who is stepping into leadership amidst notable changes in the team following the retirements of key players. The selection committee has opted for a younger squad, leaving out several prominent names. This tour will be a critical test for Gill as he navigates the challenges of captaincy and strives to deliver strong performances.

By Narendra Chaudhary May 24, 2025, 14:26 IST

Team India Squad Announced for England Tour

The Indian cricket team has officially revealed its squad for the upcoming tour of England, with Shubman Gill taking the helm as captain. Rishabh Pant will serve as the vice-captain. This appointment marks Gill as the 37th captain in the history of Indian Test cricket. Despite facing tough competition from Jasprit Bumrah, Rishabh Pant, and KL Rahul, the selectors have placed their trust in Gill to lead the team.

This tour will be Gill's inaugural assignment as captain, presenting a crucial opportunity for him to demonstrate his ability to manage pressure and excel both in leadership and batting.

Key Players Omitted from the Squad

The selection committee, led by Ajit Agarkar, has opted for a youthful lineup for the England tour. In light of the retirements of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, the Indian Test team has undergone significant changes. Several notable players have been excluded from the squad, including Shreyas Iyer, Mohammed Shami, Sarfaraz Khan, Ajinkya Rahane, Cheteshwar Pujara, Harshit Rana, and Devdutt Padikkal.

Complete Squad for the England Tour

The squad for the England tour includes: Shubman Gill (Captain), Rishabh Pant (Vice-Captain & Wicketkeeper), Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Sai Sudharsan, Abhimanyu Easwaran, Karun Nair, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Ravindra Jadeja, Dhruv Jurel (Wicketkeeper), Washington Sundar, Shardul Thakur, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammad Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Akash Deep, Arshdeep Singh, and Kuldeep Yadav.