Will Rohit Sharma step down after CT 2025? BCCI meeting addresses key concerns

Indias Test and OneDay International ODI captain Rohit Sharma held an extensive discussion with the Board of Control for Cricket in India BCCI leadership and chief selector Ajit Agarkar during a review meeting as per a report The primary focus of the conversation was to address the recent disappointing outcomes for the Indian cricket team particularly the 13 loss in the BorderGavaskar Trophy against Australia and the 03 home series defeat to New Zealand The meeting attended by head coach Gautam Gambhir as well sought to gather feedback from the team management regarding these setbacksOne of the key topics that emerged from the discussions was Sharmarsquos leadership tenure with growing questions surrounding his longterm future as captain His form with the bat particularly during the BorderGavaskar series had led to increasing speculation about his place in the Test team Rohit notably made the decision to bench himself for the final Test of the series in Sydney though India went on to lose that match as wellDuring the review Rohit reportedly expressed his desire to continue as captain for a few more months specifically leading the team into the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy However he also acknowledged the need for the BCCI to begin exploring potential successors for the captaincyThe name of Jasprit Bumrah emerged as a potential longterm successor during the meeting Bumrahrsquos credentials as a future captain had been discussed previously and his leadership experience including captaining India in two Tests during the 20202021 series in Australia was noted However concerns were raised regarding his fitness particularly after he sustained a back injury during the final Test in Sydney These fitness issues have led to doubts about his ability to lead India over a fulllength Test series especially a demanding fivematch seriesThe fitness concerns surrounding Bumrah are valid given his status as a premier pacer for India His injury history particularly with back problems has made some members of the BCCI wary of placing the leadership burden on his shoulders for a prolonged period The doubts over his longterm fitness could potentially hinder his chances of taking on the role of Indias Test captainSharmarsquos desire to continue as captain through the ICC Champions Trophy is clear Following the conclusion of the Champions Trophy players will join their respective Indian Premier League IPL franchises and Indiarsquos next major cricketing assignment will be a fivematch Test series against England It remains uncertain whether Rohit will lead the team in this series or whether the BCCI will opt for a new captain for the Test formatGiven the evolving situation the BCCI is likely to deliberate on the future of Indiarsquos Test captaincy during this phase With a transition period in mind the board will need to weigh the potential of emerging leaders such as Bumrah while considering the immediate goals under Sharmarsquos leadership