Shubman Gill is poised to be named India's Test captain for the upcoming England tour, with KL Rahul or Rishabh Pant as his deputy. Selectors are likely to overlook Mohammed Shami and Shreyas Iyer, while considering Sai Sudharsan and Karun Nair. The squad will feature a mix of experienced players and fresh faces in pace and spin departments.
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Shubman Gill is poised to be named India's Test captain for the upcoming England tour, with KL Rahul or Rishabh Pant as his deputy. Selectors are likely to overlook Mohammed Shami and Shreyas Iyer, while considering Sai Sudharsan and Karun Nair. The squad will feature a mix of experienced players and fresh faces in pace and spin departments.
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