The Indian team selectors have appointed Shubman Gill as the vice-caption for the three-match ODI series against England starting in Nagpur on Thursday. The reports further stated that star all-rounder Hardik Pandya could be in contention to get back the captaincy of the team.

While the BCCI selectors have reportedly asked India captain Rohit Sharma to communicate his future plans after the Champions Trophy 2025, no such communication has been made to Virat Kohli as the they remain confident about his future.

Rohit Sharma has been given a clear directive from the BCCI as he prepares for the upcoming ODI series against England and the ICC Champions Trophy.

The BCCI selectors are keen to secure a long-term opening option for Team India and perhaps a fresh leadership option as well.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and its selectors have asked Indian cricket team captain, Rohit Sharma, to explain his future plans post the ICC Champions Trophy. This comes as part of Team India's plans to prepare for the 2027 ODI World Cup and transition in Test cricket.

India’s Champions Trophy campaign begins on February 20. Before that they will play a three-match ODI series against England. This series will be a chance for Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli to get into form before the big event.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is looking at the bigger picture now and has asked skipper Rohit Sharma do decide on his future plans after the upcoming 2025 Champions Trophy. The Indian skipper is under heavy scrutiny for his inexplicable loos of form for quite some time now.

The BCCI wants Rohit Sharma to make up his mind about his future, while Virat Kohli is set to receive a longer rope.