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India Squad Announcement for Champions Trophy 2025 LIVE: Rohit Sharma to lead, Mohammed Siraj surprisingly omitted


Published on 2025-01-18 09:45:30 - Mint
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  • Jasprit Bumrah has been named in the Indian squad despite carrying a back injury. Rohit Sharma will lead India while Shubman Gill has been named as his deputy.

The article from LiveMint discusses the anticipation surrounding the announcement of the Indian cricket team for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. The selection committee, led by Ajit Agarkar, is expected to reveal the squad soon, with key players like Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Jasprit Bumrah, and Mohammed Shami being focal points due to their recent performances and fitness concerns. The article highlights the return of Shreyas Iyer and KL Rahul to the ODI setup, the potential inclusion of young talents like Yashasvi Jaiswal, and the ongoing debate over the roles of all-rounders like Hardik Pandya and Ravindra Jadeja. Additionally, there's mention of the strategic considerations for the team composition, especially in light of the upcoming T20 World Cup, and the fitness updates on players like Rishabh Pant, who is recovering from an accident. The piece also touches on the broader context of India's preparation for major tournaments and the expectations from the team in the Champions Trophy.

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[ https://www.livemint.com/sports/cricket-news/icc-champions-trophy-2025-india-squad-announcement-live-updates-ajit-agarkar-rohit-sharma-virat-kohli-shami-nair-bumrah-11737078197642.html ]