BCCI To Reveal India's New Test Captain; Squad For England Tour To Be Announced On 'This' Date

India squad to be announced around the 3rd week of May [Source: @CricCrazyJohns/X]

According to emerging reports, the BCCI might announce India's squad for the upcoming England Tests on May 23. A highly influential figure in BCCI will likely meet Virat Kohli, who is considering retiring from Test cricket. 

BCCI To Consult Virat Kohli Before Announcing Squad For England Tests

As reported by Cricbuzz, the meeting between Virat Kohli and the BCCI representative will be held on May 23 before announcing the Indian squad for the England tour. 

Considering his experience as a seasoned campaigner, the BCCI wants Kohli to participate in the England Tests, India's first major assignment of the upcoming World Test Championship cycle. 

The cricketing body will also reveal India's new Test captain through a press conference. It's worth mentioning that the position is vacant after the retirement of Rohit Sharma, who recently hung up his boots from the purest format. 

If reports are to be believed, young batter Shubman Gill is the frontrunner to succeed the Mumbaikar in the role. 

Virat Kohli's Retirement Reports Shake Indian Cricket

This morning, several media outlets reported that talismanic Indian batter Virat Kohli would likely announce his retirement from Tests. The former skipper apparently approached the BCCI as he was keen to take up India's leadership in Tests. 

However, as per the reports, the governing body denied the offer, seeking for a young and fresh face as India's next skipper in the format. Although Rishabh Pant, Jasprit Bumrah and KL Rahul offer leadership options, the BCCI is slightly more inclined towards Shubman Gill, considering his age and brand value. 

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