India to Skip Superstar Culture, Focus on Team Play

The BCCI has decided to end the "superstar culture" in Indian cricket, with senior players like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma likely to play in India A's unofficial Tests against England Lions in May-June to prepare for the upcoming Test series against England.

The India A team will play two four-day unofficial Tests against England Lions, with the first match scheduled for May 30 and the second for June 6. This move is designed to provide valuable match practice for the Indian team ahead of the Test series, which starts on June 20. The selection process for the India A squad is still ongoing, and the final list of players is expected to be announced ahead of the IPL playoffs.

Rohit Sharma, India's Test captain, is likely to sit out of the upcoming five-match Test series against England, according to reports. Sharma struggled in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy last year, scoring 31 runs in five innings, which led to doubts about his future in Test cricket. However, he has denied rumors of retirement, stating he's not stepping away from the format due to a lack of runs, but taking a break to reassess his game.

The decision to end the "superstar culture" in Indian cricket is a significant move, and the upcoming matches against England Lions will be crucial in determining the team's preparation and strategy for the Test series. With senior players like Kohli and Sharma likely to feature in the India A team, the matches are expected to be closely watched by fans and critics alike.