India's cricket management is considering resting key players Shubman Gill and Jasprit Bumrah for the one-off Test against Afghanistan scheduled for June 6, 2026. This decision comes in light of the tight schedule following the IPL 2026 final on May 31, with only six days between the two events. The Test does not affect the ongoing ICC World Test Championship (WTC) cycle, prompting concerns about player burnout. A source indicated that the selectors will be cautious in managing player workloads, especially since some players may be engaged in cricket for nearly two months. The selectors' final decision will depend on the progress of the Mumbai Indians and Gujarat Titans in the IPL. Following the IPL, India's focus will shift to the WTC and the ODI World Cup, making it imperative to keep key players like Bumrah fit and available for upcoming matches, including four Tests against Sri Lanka and New Zealand.