India, June 9 -- 'Who will be the next Virat Kohli? - this has become the most critical question around Indian cricket as the team is set to begin a new era under Shubman Gill after the retirement of Rohit Sharma and Kohli. For 12 years, the 36-year-old had safeguarded the No. 4 spot in Test cricket, and hence his departure raised the imminent question on who could fill those big shoes. While most have backed the new captain for the role, former England cricketer Monty Panesar put his weight behind a player who has yet to make his debut.

One of the most notable inclusions for the upcoming five-match Test series against England was Sai Sudharsan's selection. His impressive run in the last domestic season, was followed by a stellar show in...