Rohit Sharma has reportedly made the decision to step away from the fifth Test. He has informed head coach Gautam Gambhir and chief selector Ajit Agarkar of his unexpected choice, which has reportedly received their approval.
Amid the ongoing controversy surrounding the Indian cricket team in Australia, reports suggest that captain Rohit Sharma is likely to be ‘rested’ for the final match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, scheduled to begin this Friday in Sydney. With Sharma absent, star pacer Jasprit Bumrah is expected to take on the captaincy, as the team aims to level the series and retain the prestigious trophy.
As per The Indian Express, Rohit Sharma has chosen to step away from the fifth Test. He reportedly communicated his decision to head coach Gautam Gambhir and chief selector Ajit Agarkar, both of whom are said to have approved this surprising move.
? TEAM INDIA UPDATES FOR THE SYDNEY TEST MATCH. ?
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) January 2, 2025
- Rohit Sharma opted out.
- Jasprit Bumrah to captain.
- Shubman Gill to return.
- KL and Jaiswal to open (Express Sports). pic.twitter.com/w2bFN4F8PU
Jasprit Bumrah will lead the side and as per reports , KL Rahul will be the Vice-Captain of the side.
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| Match | India vs Australia (IND vs AUS) |
| League | Australia vs India Test |
| Date | Friday, 3rd January 2025 |
| Time | 05:00 AM (IST) - 11:30 PM (GMT) |
Also Read: AUS vs IND Pitch Report: 5th Test में सिडनी क्रिकेट ग्राउंड की पिच रिपोर्ट कैसी होगी?
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