Rohit Sharma Bids Adieu to Test Cricket: A New Era Awaits Team India
Rohit Sharma, former Indian cricket team captain and prolific Test batter, announced his retirement from Test cricket. Renowned cricketer Kapil Dev praised Sharma's illustrious career. India's search for a new Test captain begins as Sharma will continue to play in the ODI format, with a focus on emerging young talents.
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Rohit Sharma, India's decorated cricket captain and Test batter, has announced his retirement from Test cricket, prompting praise from legendary all-rounder Kapil Dev. Sharma has been a pivotal figure for India, amassing 4301 runs with 12 centuries in 67 Tests.
As the cricketing world reacts to this significant announcement, the focus shifts to who will succeed Sharma, with India's five-Test series in England scheduled for June 2025. Kapil Dev emphasized that the responsibility of selecting a successor rests with the national selectors.
The former Test captain will continue to play and lead India in One Day Internationals. Kapil encouraged patience with emerging young talents in IPL 2025, pointing to the significance of nurturing future cricketing legends.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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