The senior Indian men’s cricket team has officially touched down in the United Kingdom ahead of their highly anticipated five-Test series against England, beginning June 20 at Headingley. To mark the occasion, the BCCI shared an engaging behind-the-scenes video, offering fans a glimpse into the team’s journey from Mumbai airport.
The footage captured cheerful moments of camaraderie—players laughing, interacting with fans, and teasing each other—painting a picture of a youthful squad brimming with energy and confidence. A standout moment in the video was Jasprit Bumrah cheekily teasing a teammate for wearing sunglasses at night—likely directed at new captain Shubman Gill, who appeared in shades on multiple occasions.
Arshdeep Singh and Rishabh Pant were also spotted in light-hearted exchanges. In one snippet, Pant responded to a paparazzo’s question about Rohit Sharma’s absence with trademark wit, joking, “Garden mein ghoom rahe hain,” a humorous nod to Rohit’s old stump-mic comment that left everyone around in splits. When asked if he would miss the retired legend, Pant gave a heartfelt “yes.”
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The video reflected a changing of the guard in Indian cricket. With the absence of stalwarts like Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and Ravichandran Ashwin, the spotlight now shifts to a younger brigade. Shubman Gill, at just 25, becomes the fifth-youngest Indian Test captain and is now entrusted with shaping the future of this team.
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Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra weighed in on the transition, urging Gill to seize this unique opportunity to build a tight-knit leadership group. Speaking on JioHotstar, Chopra said, “This is the time to create a pack of wolves. Bring together the likes of Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Pant, Bumrah, and Siraj. Form a core group that will stand the test of time—today, six months from now, and five years down the line.”
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He added that a young team offers a rare chance for the captain to grow in tandem with the group. “With seniors and juniors usually in different circles, this reset allows the creation of a unified culture and story the entire nation can rally behind,” Chopra concluded.
This tour marks more than a series—it’s the beginning of a new era.
