Overview

• Jasprit Bumrah is being considered as a potential successor to Rohit Sharma as India's Test captain, but his recurring back injuries raise concerns about his long-term viability for the role.
• Bumrah's participation in the ICC Champions Trophy is uncertain, with reports suggesting he may miss the group stage due to ongoing rehabilitation for back spasms.
• The BCCI has mandated that centrally contracted players, including senior players like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, participate in domestic cricket to address form and fitness issues.
• India's recent Test losses to New Zealand and Australia have prompted a review of team leadership, coaching staff, and player performance, with questions surrounding Rohit Sharma and Gautam Gambhir's roles.
• Mohammed Shami returns to India's T20I squad after a 14-month injury absence, providing a boost to India's pace attack ahead of the Champions Trophy.