As the much-anticipated Test series between India and England draws closer, the Men in Blue face a flurry of unresolved questions, ranging from lineup composition to squad depth, worsened by inconsistent form and the recent retirement of senior players.

Who takes over the crown at No. 4?

India’s number four batting spot, once occupied by the legendary Sachin Tendulkar (13,492 runs in 177 Tests at 54.40, including 44 centuries) and later Virat Kohli (7,564 runs in 98 Tests at 56.88, with 26 centuries), remains one of the most iconic but unsettled positions in the current lineup. While KL Rahul is expected to slot into the top order in place of Rohit Sharma, the number four role remains under scrutiny.