Champions Trophy 2025 Will be the ninth edition of the ICC Champions Trophy. A total of eight teams would be seen competing against one another in the one day international round robin format tournament. This edition of the champions trophy would be hosted on the grounds of the cornered tigers(Pakistan).
The much-awaited ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is around the corner, and the Indian cricket team has finalized its 15-member squad. Led by Rohit Sharma, the squad boasts a mix of seasoned campaigners and young talent, making it one of the most formidable lineups in the tournament.
Vice-captain Shubman Gill will assist Rohit Sharma, while the squad also includes Yashasvi Jaiswal, who received his maiden ODI call-up. Despite injury concerns, Jasprit Bumrah has been named in the squad, with his fitness being closely monitored ahead of the tournament.
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India’s Squad for Champions Trophy 2025
| Player Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Rohit Sharma (C) | Batter |
| Shubman Gill (VC) | Batter |
| Virat Kohli | Batter |
| Shreyas Iyer | Batter |
| KL Rahul | Wicketkeeper |
| Rishabh Pant | Wicketkeeper |
| Yashasvi Jaiswal | Batter |
| Hardik Pandya | All-rounder |
| Ravindra Jadeja | All-rounder |
| Axar Patel | All-rounder |
| Washington Sundar | All-rounder |
| Kuldeep Yadav | Bowler |
| Jasprit Bumrah | Bowler |
| Mohammed Shami | Bowler |
| Arshdeep Singh | Bowler |
Match Schedule for India in Champions Trophy 2025
India has been placed in Group A alongside Pakistan, Bangladesh, and New Zealand. All their matches will be held at the Dubai International Stadium.
| Date | Opponent | Venue |
| February 20 | Bangladesh | Dubai International Stadium |
| February 23 | Pakistan | Dubai International Stadium |
| March 2 | New Zealand | Dubai International Stadium |
Injury Updates
- Jasprit Bumrah: Currently recovering, he is expected to lead the pace attack if deemed fit. The team management has prepared Arshdeep Singh as a backup.
- Kuldeep Yadav: Recently returned from hernia surgery and is ready to contribute to India’s spin department.
Views from the Captain and Selector
Rohit Sharma emphasized the importance of having a balanced squad, mentioning, “We’re not sure of Jasprit Bumrah at this stage, so we wanted someone who can take up that role, which is why we picked Arshdeep Singh.” Chief Selector Ajit Agarkar added, “The depth in spin and all-rounders gives us a lot of options for various match scenarios.”
Champions Trophy 2025 India Squad: Group Details
As per the schedule released by the ICC, India has been placed with Pakistan, Bangladesh, and New Zealand in group A and on the other hand teams like Australia, South Africa, England, and Afghanistan are in Group B.
Group A:
- India
- Pakistan
- Bangladesh
- New Zealand
Group B:
- Australia
- South Africa
- England
- Afghanistan
India’s Participation in Champions Trophy 2025: Confirmed in Dubai
India will participate in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 but will not travel to Pakistan due to security concerns. Matches involving India will be held in Dubai under a hybrid model agreed upon by all stakeholders.
The arrangement sets a precedent for future ICC events, including the 2026 Men’s T20 World Cup, where Pakistan will play its matches in Sri Lanka.
India’s Preparations
Ahead of the Champions Trophy, India will host England for a three-match ODI series as a tune-up:
| Date | Match | Venue |
| February 6 | India vs England | Nagpur |
| February 9 | India vs England | Cuttack |
| February 12 | India vs England | Ahmedabad |
The Champions Trophy 2025 marks India’s quest for their third title. With a strong squad, strategic preparations, and an eye on fitness updates, Team India is set to make a significant impact in the tournament.
