Five-time IPL champions Mumbai Indians have roped in former Sri Lanka captain Mahela Jayawardene as their head coach as part of a major overhaul ahead of mega auction.
Root brought up his 35th Test hundred in the first Test between Pakistan and England in Multan.
India skipper Rohit Sharma created a huge record during the T20 World Cup semi-final match against England.
Former captain Mahela Jayawardene had resigned from the post of the consultant coach on Wednesday.
The chatter around who would be India men's next head coach has been a constant source of discussion ever since the BCCI said on May 13 that it was inviting applications for Rahul Dravid's successor at the top job, with a deadline set for May 27.
India skipper Rohit Sharma's wife, Ritika Sajdeh is celebrating her 36th birthday today.
Mahela Jayawardene, Mumbai Indains' Global Head of Cricket, said stripping of captaincy will not have any effect on Rohit's place in the MI establishment.
After announcing the news of the captaincy change, Mumbai Indians put a heartfelt post on social media for Rohit Sharma.
Virat Kohli shattered Sachin Tendulkar's record to achieve a sensational feat during the Cricket World Cup 2023 match against Bangladesh.
Virat Kohli strengthened his position in an elite list during India's five-wicket win over West Indies in the first ODI encounter.