Team India's crushing 3-1 defeat to Australia in the 2024/25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy has triggered intense debate over the future of star players like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. Their poor performances have left their places in the Test team uncertain, with increasing criticism over their lack of commitment to domestic cricket. A former BCCI official has called for a "strict message" to be sent to underperforming players, urging the selection committee to take stronger action. The official also stressed that the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) needs to assert its authority over players, emphasizing that no individual is above the game. The official suggested that new players should be selected, with Ajit Agarkar, the chairman of selectors, taking charge of the situation alongside the new BCCI secretary, Devajit Sakiya.

Under the leadership of new head coach Gautam Gambhir, India has faced a string of disappointing results, including losses in Sri Lanka and at home against New Zealand. The team’s batting, especially from veterans like Rohit and Kohli, has been a glaring weakness during these series. Despite these setbacks, both players are expected to retain their spots for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025, thanks to their impressive performances during the 2023 World Cup. India's next major Test challenge comes in June 2025 when they travel to England, potentially marking a decisive moment for the careers of Rohit and Kohli in the longer format of the game.