India top-order batter Shubman Gill has emerged as the front-runner to replace Rohit Sharma as India’s captain in Test cricket, according to sources. The development comes after Rohit announced his retirement from the longer format on Wednesday, opening the door for a new leader ahead of the much-anticipated five-match series in England starting on June 20. 

“Yes, he [Gill] is the front-runner to become the captain of India in the forthcoming Test Series in England,” the source said.