India, March 8 -- As India gear up for the Champions Trophy final against New Zealand this Sunday, the focus would also be on Rohit Sharma's future as captain. The veteran opener will be eyeing a second-successive limited-overs ICC title on March 9, having already led India to T20 World Cup glory in Barbados last year. However, while Rohit Sharma remains a formidable presence, the timeline of Indian cricket is moving swiftly.

A transition in leadership could be imminent sooner or later, with vice-captain Shubman Gill waiting in the wings.

Rohit has led India with distinction, establishing a brand of fearless cricket in limited-overs formats. His leadership has been defined by calculated aggression and an ability to extract the best out ...