New Delhi: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is set to announce a pivotal development in Indian cricket today, as Captain Rohit Sharma and Chief Selector Ajit Agarkar are likely to unveil the preliminary squad for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. The BCCI’s men’s selection committee is scheduled to convene in Mumbai to finalize the team for the Champions Trophy as well as the three-match ODI series against England.
Following the meeting, Rohit Sharma and Ajit Agarkar will address the media, providing insights into the selection process and the roadmap for the Indian team.
Rohit Sharma to Lead India in ICC Tournament
Rohit Sharma is poised to captain India in the much-anticipated ICC Champions Trophy, marking the tournament's return after an 8-year hiatus. Among the key points of interest will be the fitness of premier pacer Jasprit Bumrah and the potential comeback of Karun Nair, who has been in stellar form in domestic cricket. Bumrah, currently recovering from a back injury, remains uncertain for the eight-team competition set to be held in Pakistan.
Wicketkeeping Conundrum: A Tough Call for Selectors
The selection of a secondary wicketkeeper is expected to be a significant decision. While Rishabh Pant is a near-certainty for the primary role, contenders such as Sanju Samson, Dhruv Jurel, and Ishan Kishan are vying for the backup spot.
Spotlight on Shami, Jaiswal, and Nair
Veteran pacer Mohammed Shami, who has been named in the T20 squad for England, is likely to feature in both the Champions Trophy and the ODI series. The inclusion of Yashasvi Jaiswal in the ODI team is also highly anticipated, given his explosive form. Meanwhile, Karun Nair has made a compelling case for selection with a standout performance in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, amassing 752 runs in seven innings, including five centuries.
Probable Indian Squad for ICC Champions Trophy 2025 and England ODIs:
- Rohit Sharma (Captain)
- Shubman Gill
- Yashasvi Jaiswal
- Virat Kohli
- Shreyas Iyer
- KL Rahul
- Rishabh Pant (Wicketkeeper)
- Hardik Pandya
- Ravindra Jadeja
- Axar Patel
- Jasprit Bumrah
- Kuldeep Yadav
- Mohammed Siraj
- Mohammed Shami
- Arshdeep Singh
The final squad announcement and media briefing are expected to set the tone for India's preparations ahead of a packed international cricket calendar.
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