The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is set to announce the Indian squad for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 and the ODI series against England tomorrow, January 18, 2025. This announcement comes after a series of discussions and a review of player performances following India’s recent 1-3 defeat in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia.
The selection committee, led by Ajit Agarkar, will finalize a 15-member squad for the Champions Trophy, which begins on February 19 in Dubai. The squad is expected to include key players like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, although there are concerns regarding star pacer Jasprit Bumrah, who is currently dealing with a back injury.
Additionally, the ODI squad will likely mirror that of the Champions Trophy, as many players from the Test series may be rested for the upcoming five-match T20I series against England starting January 22. The BCCI has emphasized the importance of player availability for domestic cricket as part of its new guidelines, making this selection crucial for maintaining team discipline and cohesion.
