India's head coach Gautam Gambhir and Test captain Shubman Gill have voiced their displeasure regarding the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) scheduling a one-off Test against Afghanistan on June 6, just days after the IPL 2026 final on May 31. This tight timeline raises concerns about player fatigue, especially with a busy schedule ahead, including three ODIs and subsequent series against Sri Lanka and New Zealand. The selectors, led by Ajit Agarkar, may need to consider fielding reserves such as Gurnoor Brar and Manav Suthar, who have shown promise in first-class cricket. Senior players like Jasprit Bumrah, Shubman Gill, and KL Rahul might be rested to ensure they remain fit and fresh for more critical matches, as the Afghanistan Test does not carry World Test Championship points. The focus will be on managing player workload effectively, as the upcoming cricket calendar is demanding. Gambhir and Gill have been vocal about the scheduling issues in the past, and the final decision will depend on discussions between the selectors and the medical team.