Rohit Sharma has announced his immediate retirement from Test cricket, prompting India to appoint a new full-time captain shortly after the conclusion of IPL 2025. The timing is crucial, with a five-Test series against England set to begin on June 20 at Headingley.

Rohit Sharma has retired from Test cricket with immediate effect, meaning India will need to name a new full-time captain almost immediately after the end of IPL 2025, with India's five-Test series in England scheduled to begin on June 20 at Headingley.

As Rohit Sharma brings the curtain down on his illustrious Test career, tributes have been pouring in from across the cricketing world. One of the most heartfelt messages came from young Indian opener Shubman Gill.