The Indian cricket team is gearing up for a 5-match Test series against England in 2025. As the excitement around IPL 2025 continues to build, questions are already being raised about India’s squad for the England tour. The big question on everyone’s mind is whether Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli will make the cut.
Gautam Gambhir Weighs In
Gautam Gambhir recently spoke to ABP News about the speculation surrounding Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli’s inclusion in the team. He cleared the air on his role as the coach, saying that he doesn’t have a say in team selection. Gambhir explained that his job is to pick the best playing XI from the squad chosen by the selectors.
Gambhir emphasized that the notion that the coach is responsible for team selection is misguided. “The coach doesn’t select the team,” he said. “The selectors do. I’ve never done it, and my predecessors didn’t either.” He added that the selectors are better equipped to answer questions about team selection.
The debate around Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli’s place in the Test team has been ongoing. Gambhir’s comments bring some clarity to the situation, highlighting the distinction between his role and that of the selectors. The final squad for the England tour is yet to be announced, and fans will be eagerly waiting to see if their favorite players make the cut.