Rohit Sharma: The first match of the Test series between Team India and New Zealand (IND VS NZ) will be played from October 16 to October 20 at Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. Team India's squad has not been announced yet for the match to be played at Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.

Now media reports are coming that Rohit Sharma will not be seen playing for Team India in the first test match against New Zealand. Due to which it is believed that in place of Rohit Sharma, this player will be seen captaining Team India in the first test match.

There is doubt over Rohit Sharma playing in his first test match

There are reports in the media regarding Team India captain Rohit Sharma that captain Rohit Sharma may completely miss the Test series against New Zealand. Reports in the media are claiming that Rohit Sharma is going to become a father for the second time. Due to which Rohit Sharma can miss this test series and now can directly decide to join Team India on Australia tour.

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This player may get a chance in place of Rohit Sharma

If Rohit Sharma misses the first or entire Test series against New Zealand, then it is believed that the selection committee will include him in the possible team squad of Team India for Duleep Trophy and Irani Cup. 29-year-old Indian batsman Abhimanyu Eshwaran, who has performed brilliantly in the ICC Cricket World Cup, may decide to join the team. If this happens, Abhimanyu Easwaran may get a chance to debut at the international level for Team India in the New Zealand Test series.

Rishabh Pant can become captain in place of Rohit Sharma

If captain Rohit Sharma decides not to play in the Test series against New Zealand, then Chief Selector Ajit Agarkar can give the responsibility of captaining Team India in the New Zealand Test series to Rishabh Pant. . Talking about Rishabh Pant, he has given tremendous performance for the team since his debut in Test cricket. Due to which the team management can appoint him as captain.