The curtains have closed on another enthralling IPL season, and the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) are finally champions. Now, the T20 spectacle gives way to what lies ahead: Test cricket’s toughest challenge. The Indian team is preparing to tour England for a five-match Test series, and all eyes are now on Shubman Gill and Gautam Gambhir, who will front the media in Mumbai on Thursday (June 5) in a press conference.
A new captain, a new coach, and a reset for Indian red-ball cricket. Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have retired from the format, and R. Ashwin also walking into the sunset. Gill will have huge shoes to fill. Gambhir, meanwhile, is already under scrutiny. His Test coaching tenure began with a gut-wrenching home loss to New Zealand and a 3-1 loss in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Now comes the litmus test in English condition.
IND vs ENG Press Conference – All You Need to Know
When is the press conference?
Thursday, June 5, 2025.
What time will it begin?
Follow The Blues: Press conference goes live at 7:00 PM IST, with the press conference scheduled shortly after.
Where will it take place?
At the BCCI Headquarters, Cricket Centre, Fourth Floor, Mumbai.
Who will address the media?
- Shubman Gill, Test captain
- Gautam Gambhir, Head Coach
This will be their first official media interaction together ahead of the England tour.
Will journalists be asking questions live?
Yes. Expect tough questions and open discussions about selection strategies, squad composition, and leadership philosophies for the England series.
Where can fans watch the press conference live?
Live streaming will be available on JioHotstar.
The live telecast will air on Star Sports 2 (Hindi) and Star Sports 3 (English).
What to expect from the press conference?
While there are no major injury updates or big selection surprises expected, the session will offer clarity on the team’s planning, especially how Gill and Gambhir intend to shape the squad and navigate the English summer. It’s also the first public glimpse into their working dynamic as captain and coach. Questions could be asked about Gill’s batting position and how the batting group will shape up in the absence of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli.
