As Team India gears up for the highly anticipated ICC Champions Trophy 2025, there's a mix of excitement and uncertainty surrounding their squad selection. After a challenging 2024-25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy, the upcoming tournament offers India a chance to redeem themselves on the global stage. With key players like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli leading the charge, the squad’s composition is shaping up with some surprises and tough calls, particularly regarding fitness and player roles. Here’s a closer look at the probable squad for India’s big challenge in Abu Dhabi.
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Rohit Sharma will continue to captain Team India for the Champions Trophy 2025, while Virat Kohli is set to bat at his preferred No. 3, despite both facing lean patches in recent times.
With Rishabh Pant’s fitness still uncertain, KL Rahul emerges as the likely replacement for Pant in the playing XI, offering his versatility as a top-order batter and keeper.
Sanju Samson, once a key figure in India's limited-overs setup, finds himself out of contention for the Champions Trophy 2025, as new faces and combinations push him to the sidelines.
Following impressive performances in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Nitish Reddy could make his ODI debut against England, strengthening his chances of securing a place in the final squad for the Champions Trophy.
After suffering a back spasm, Bumrah's fitness for the Champions Trophy 2025 remains a point of concern. However, reports suggest he’ll recover in time to be a key figure for India in the tournament.
India’s World Cup hero Mohammed Shami is now fully fit, and with his experience alongside Bumrah, he could form a lethal pace attack that will be crucial to India’s success in 2025.
Shubman Gill has quickly established himself as one of India's brightest young talents. His consistent performances in ODIs ensure his place in the squad for the upcoming Champions Trophy.
Hardik Pandya remains one of the most valuable assets for India, offering balance to the team with his all-round capabilities. His contributions with both bat and ball will be pivotal in 2025.
Jadeja continues to be a mainstay for India, especially in the middle overs. His spin bowling and ability to provide quick runs lower down the order make him indispensable for the Champions Trophy.
While not confirmed, Mohammed Siraj and Yashasvi Jaiswal are likely to be part of the reserves, providing depth in the squad and ready to step in should the need arise during the tournament.
Rohit Sharma (c), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul (wk), Nitish Reddy, Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami, Arshdeep Singh, Surya Kumar Yadav, Kuldeep Yadav, Axar Patel, Rishabh Pant (wk)
Reserves: Mohammed Siraj, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sanju Samson
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