Goa, June 8 -- For the first time in over a decade, the Indian Test team will tour England without the iconic duo of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, both of whom retired from the longest format last month. Their departure signals the end of a celebrated era in Indian cricket and paves the way for a fresh leadership chapter, with Shubman Gill appointed as the country's 37th Test captain.

The team landed in London on Saturday to a noticeably subdued reception-far from the media frenzy and fanfare that typically followed Kohli's overseas appearances, most recently during the 2023 Australia tour. Speaking to reporters, Gill acknowledged the weight of expectations but expressed confidence in the squad's balance and preparation.

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