With Rohit Sharma's Test future uncertain, the BCCI might soon need a new full-time Test captain. Jasprit Bumrah seems the likely choice, though his workload is a concern. Adam Gilchrist speculates a return for Virat Kohli, while Michael Vaughan suggests Bumrah should replace Rohit, with Shubman Gill as the vice-captain.
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