The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced India’s squad for the Champions Trophy 2025, with Rohit Sharma as captain and Shubman Gill as vice-captain. Jasprit Bumrah has been included in the squad, but his fitness remains a concern. Chief Selector Ajit Agarkar mentioned that the team is eagerly awaiting an update on Jasprit Bumrah’s fitness, with the BCCI’s medical team expected to provide a definitive status by early February.
Key Highlights of the Squad
- Mohammed Shami makes a comeback to the ODI setup.
- Harshit Rana has been added to the ODI squad against England as cover for Bumrah.
- Rishabh Pant and KL Rahul will serve as the two wicketkeepers for both the Champions Trophy and the ODI series against England.
- Arshdeep Singh replaces Mohammed Siraj, with the selectors opting for a left-arm pacer.
India’s Schedule in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025
The eight-team tournament will take place across Pakistan and Dubai, featuring 15 matches. India is in Group A alongside Pakistan, New Zealand, and Bangladesh.
India’s Group Matches:
- February 20: India vs. Bangladesh
- February 23: India vs. Pakistan (Dubai)
- March 2: India vs. New Zealand
Group B comprises Australia, England, South Africa, and Afghanistan.
England Tour: T20I and ODI Series
Before the Champions Trophy, India will host England for a limited-overs series.
Five-Match T20I Series:
- January 22: 1st T20I in Kolkata
- January 25: 2nd T20I in Chennai
- January 28: 3rd T20I in Rajkot
- January 31: 4th T20I in Pune
- February 2: 5th T20I in Mumbai
Three-Match ODI Series:
- February 6: 1st ODI
- February 9: 2nd ODI
- February 12: 3rd ODI
India’s Squad for Champions Trophy 2025:
- Rohit Sharma (C)
- Shubman Gill (VC)
- Virat Kohli
- Shreyas Iyer
- KL Rahul (WK)
- Hardik Pandya
- Axar Patel
- Washington Sundar
- Kuldeep Yadav
- Jasprit Bumrah
- Mohammed Shami
- Arshdeep Singh
- Yashasvi Jaiswal
- Rishabh Pant (WK)
- Ravindra Jadeja
With a mix of experience and youth, the Indian squad looks well-prepared to compete in the Champions Trophy and aims to bounce back from recent Test series disappointments.
