Gautam Gambhir's announcement, also gave statement on Virat's form

IND Vs AUS, Gautam Gambhir: Indian team head coach Gautam Gambhir spoke to the media before leaving for Australia tour on Monday. Meanwhile, he answered tough questions related to the defeat against New Zealand. He gave answers about the preparation of the team and the availability of captain Rohit Sharma and who will be the captain of the team.

Will Rohit Sharma play in the first test?

Will Rohit Sharma play in the first test match or not? Gambhir said, 'There is no confirmation yet about Rohit Sharma. Hopefully it will be available at the time of the match. You will know everything before the series starts. If Rohit Sharma is not available then we have opening options like KL Rahul and Abhimanyu Easwaran.

If not Rohit, who will be the captain?

In response to the question who will be the captain in the absence of Rohit in the team, Gambhir said, 'Jasprit Bumrah is the vice-captain. If Rohit misses playing the match then Jasprit Bumrah will be the captain of the team.

What did Gambhir say on the form of Kohli and Rohit?

Regarding the form of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, Gambhir said, 'I am not worried about the form of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. The hunger for runs in the dressing room is important for me. And I think both of them are very hungry to score runs. We have very experienced players. People who have played in this position. Both will help the young players. This series is important for young players.