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.

For the first five years, Rohit struggled to cement his place in the side. For the next five, he was among the finest batters in the world

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.