Who Will Succeed Rohit Sharma as India's Next All-Format Captain?

As Rohit Sharma decided to retire from T20I after winning the 20-over World Cup, it remains speculated that his long career is coming to an end. Now, the BCCI will have to look for successors. Two names that have been mentioned frequently are Shubman Gill and Rishabh Pant.

Former India wicketkeeper Dinesh Karthik has endorsed both Shubman Gill and Rishabh Pant for the all-format captaincy role, citing their experience in leading IPL franchises and their proven leadership skills.

The 25-year-old opener Shubman Gill has impressed with his performances across all three formats. He has previously captained the Indian cricket team and demonstrated strong leadership qualities, notably during the T20I series against Zimbabwe, where the team won 4-1. Gill is a strong candidate to be groomed for future leadership roles.

Shubman Gill's rise has been remarkable, excelling in both domestic and international cricket. His leadership of the Gujarat Titans in the IPL and strong performances in Test and ODI cricket have established him as a player across all formats.

Rishabh Pant, who returned to cricket after a severe car accident in December 2022, is also a strong candidate for the leadership role. His comeback, starting with the Duleep Trophy, is a crucial phase in his career. Pant’s previous standout performances, particularly during the 2020-21 series in Australia, indicate his potential for future captaincy.

These emerging leaders are anticipated to excel as India prepares for major global tours, including the Test series against Bangladesh and the highly anticipated Border-Gavaskar series in Australia.