India has announced its 15-member squad for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy, scheduled from February 19 to March 9, 2025. The team will be led by captain Rohit Sharma, with Shubman Gill serving as vice captain.
The squad features a blend of experienced players and fresh talent, like:
Batsmen: Rohit Sharma (c), Shubman Gill (vc), Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, Yashasvi Jaiswal
All-rounders: Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar
Wicketkeepers: Rishabh Pant, KL Rahul
Bowlers: Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami, Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav
Notably, fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah, who recently missed the T20 series against England due to back spasms, has been declared fit and included in the squad. His return bolsters India’s pace attack alongside Mohammed Shami and Arshdeep Singh.
The spin department is strengthened by the inclusion of Kuldeep Yadav, who has recovered from a recent injury and will join forces with Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar.
In the batting lineup, the experienced trio of Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Shreyas Iyer will be complemented by the young talent of Yashasvi Jaiswal. All-rounders Hardik Pandya and Axar Patel add depth to both the batting and bowling departments.
Wicketkeeping responsibilities will be shared between Rishabh Pant and KL Rahul, providing flexibility in team selection.
One of the most surprising exclusions is Mohammed Siraj, a key performer in recent tournaments. Siraj’s absence raises questions about the team’s strategy. His omission, likely due to a focus on spin-heavy conditions, leaves fans debating whether India will miss his firepower in the pace attack, especially on flat tracks.
The squad reflects a strategic mix of seasoned campaigners and emerging players, aiming to secure India’s third Champions Trophy title. The tournament will be co-hosted by Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates, with India’s matches scheduled in the UAE due to diplomatic considerations.
Prior to the Champions Trophy, India will face England in a three-match ODI series starting on February 6, 2025. The squad for this series mirrors the Champions Trophy selection, with the notable inclusion of Harshit Rana replacing Jasprit Bumrah, who is being rested to manage his workload ahead of the tournament.
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