"They've both done their fitness tests, performances will decide": chief selector Ajit Agarkar

This approach aligns with the sparse ODI calendar, giving Gill time to bed in as captain while evaluating the seniors. Agarkar, in consultation with head coach Gautam Gambhir and BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia, highlighted the need for a unified team culture across formats, avoiding "three different captains" complicating planning. Rohit's tenure, which included 42 wins in 56 ODIs (75% success rate) and the 2025 Champions Trophy, ends on a high, but the focus now shifts to transition.