Rohit Sharma’s possible absence from the opening matches of the 2024-25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy has sparked concerns within Indian cricket circles. Reports suggest that Sharma is facing a personal issue that he has shared with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), which could prevent him from playing in the first two Tests.
The series, set to begin on November 22 in Perth, is critical for both India’s national pride and their position in the World Test Championship. Sharma’s absence could pose a challenge for India, as he has been a key figure at the top of the batting order. Without him, India might find it harder to sustain their recent success against Australia.
Possible replacements for Sharma include domestic talents Abhimanyu Easwaran and Shubman Gill, both of whom have shown promise. However, the leadership question remains unresolved, with Jasprit Bumrah and Rishabh Pant being considered as potential captains in Sharma’s absence.
Sharma has a strong track record against Australia, making his potential unavailability a significant loss for the team. As both a captain and a batter, his presence has been crucial in India’s success in recent series. Fans and analysts will be closely watching the situation to see if Sharma can resolve his personal matters and rejoin the team for this important series.
