Rohit Sharma is likely to skip India’s England tour in June 2025 due to his poor Test form, while Virat Kohli is set to travel with the team.
Rohit Sharma is likely to skip India’s Test series in England, scheduled for June 2025, due to his struggles in red-ball cricket. Reports from India Today suggest the captain has opted out following a poor run in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024, where he managed only 31 runs at an average of 6.20 in three matches. He also missed the final Test in Sydney, handing leadership to Jasprit Bumrah.
Meanwhile, Virat Kohli is set to travel with the squad. Despite speculation, Rohit is not considering retirement, as he confirmed during India’s last Test series. Kohli, however, recently hinted that this could be his final red-ball tour of England. With the team preparing for a crucial series, India may need to find a new leader for the tour if Rohit remains unavailable.
However, with central contracts set for renewal, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are expected to retain A-plus contracts.
Warm-Up Matches Likely Before Five-Test Series
The first Test begins on June 20 at Headingley. With IPL ending on May 25, players will have adequate time to transition from T20s to red-ball cricket.
Before the main squad departs, key players are expected to play warm-up games against England A. BCCI will finalize the squad after IPL, and names like Karun Nair could be in contention. Performances in these matches may influence final selections. Several players might travel to England early, increasing their chances of making the main squad.
