India, May 8 -- Rohit Sharma, on Wednesday, put an end to long-standing speculation around his future in Test cricket and selection for the upcoming tour of England, as he announced his retirement from Test cricket just days before the revelation of the Test squad for the five-match series. But while the decision might have come as a surprise for many, Rohit reportedly had made up his mind after India lifted the Champions Trophy in March earlier this year.

According to a report in the PTI, Rohit decided to retire from Test cricket two months ago after leading India to a second successive ICC title win with the Champions Trophy haul in Dubai. In fact, Rohit's decision was already made known to the men who mattered, despite the constant sp...