‘One of the best captains I’ve played under’: Shubman Gill thanks retiring ‘cap’ Rohit Sharma | Cricket News – The Times of India

[ad_1] Rohit Sharma (L) and Shubman Gill (R) in a file photo. Rohit Sharma announced his retirement from Test cricket at age 38 on Wednesday, prompting tributes from across the cricket world, including a heartfelt message from Shubman Gill who is tipped to take over as Test captain for India’s upcoming England tour in June.Gill…

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No BCCI pressure behind Rohit Sharma’s Test retirement: Rajeev Shukla – The Times of India

[ad_1] BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla confirmed that Rohit Sharma‘s decision to retire from Test cricket was entirely personal, with no involvement from either the Board or the selection committee. Sharma announced his retirement on Wednesday before the upcoming five-match Test series in England starting June 20, while continuing to remain available for ODIs after previously…

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‘It is very disappointing’: Rohit Sharma takes a dig at Indian commentary standards | Cricket News – The Times of India

[ad_1] Rohit Sharma (Photo by Mark Brake/Getty Images) NEW DELHI: Indian batting stalwart Rohit Sharma, who announced his retirement from Test cricket on Wednesday, has expressed his disappointment with the current state of cricket commentary and media coverage in India. In an interview with senior journalist Vimal Kumar, Rohit didn’t hold back in calling out…

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Who will replace Rohit Sharma as Test captain? Former Indian World Cup winner identifies | Cricket News – The Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Following Rohit Sharma’s Test cricket retirement, former Indian cricketer Madan Lal, who played an influential role in India’s World Cup win in 1983, suggested that Jasprit Bumrah should be considered for the team’s leadership role. With Rohit’s departure creating a leadership gap before India’s ICC World Test Championship series against England in…

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‘A master & gem’: Gautam Gambhir’s heartfelt note for Rohit Sharma; Jay Shah thanks India captain for ‘entertainment’ | Mint

[ad_1] Gautam Gambhir called Rohit Sharma ‘a master & a gem’ while Jay Shah thanked the 38-year-old for all the ‘entertainment’ after the India captain retired from Test cricket with immediate effect on Wednesday. The Indian captain took to Instagram amid the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) to make the announcement. “Hello everyone I would…

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‘A gem’: Gautam Gambhir writes a heartfelt post for Rohit Sharma | Cricket News – The Times of India

[ad_1] Rohit sharma with Gautam gambhir Moments after Rohit Sharma announced his retirement from Test cricket on Wednesday, Team India head coach Gautam Gambhir shared a heartfelt message on his X (formerly twitter) handle. Taking to social media, Gambhir wrote: “A master, a leader & a gem! #RohitSharma”, appreciating Rohit’s immense contribution to Indian cricket…

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