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As the cricket world gears up for the much-anticipated tournament ICC Champions Trophy 2025the discussion around team selection and strategy reached a fever pitch. With the match scheduled to be played in Pakistan, cricket lovers are eagerly waiting to see how the top teams prepare for the high-pressure match. For the Indian team, expectations are very high given their rich legacy in International Cricket Federation events and the depth of talent in their cricket ranks.
Indian team has high hopes
indian team It will advance to the 2025 Champions League with a strong reputation as one of the favorites in the tournament. Their recent performances in bilateral series and major events have cemented their status as a formidable cricketing power. Fans and analysts alike are eager to see how the team develops under the leadership of experienced players such as Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohlias well as up-and-comers like Shubman Gill and Yashasvi Jaiswal.
Subramaniam Badrinath picks India team for Champions Trophy 2025
former indian cricketer Subramaniam Badrinath The 15-man Indian team roster for the event has been announced. The team includes experienced activists and young talent, e.g. Yashasvi Jaiswalhe is yet to make his ODI debut. Among batsmen, stalwarts like Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, KL Rahuland Shreyas Iyer Find your place while Ritha Pant Rated as first choice wicketkeeper-batsman. Notably, Badrinath revealed his lineup in a social media post on X.
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Jasprit Bumrah has no place
The most notable exclusion from Badrinath’s squad is star pacer Jasprit BumrahHe is reportedly nursing a back injury. With the pacers expected to miss the group stage match, Badrinath opted for a walk-on attack that did not include Bumrah. The decision, while understandable, sparked discussions among fans about the impact of Bumrah’s absence on India’s bowling strength.
Badrinath bowling attack on Indian team
Badrinath’s selected bowling team consists of both experienced and young bowlers. Mohammad Shami and Mohammed Siraj Lead the tempo offense while Ardeep Singh and Mukesh Kumar Add variety via swing bowling, respectively. For rotation options, Kuldeep Yadav has been included, with Varun Chakravarthy Named as substitute in case Kuldeep fails to recover from injury. Axar Patel and washington sundarThe two spin bowling all-rounders are expected to play a key role in providing depth to the attack.
Subramaniam Badrinath leads India in Champions Trophy 2025 campaign
Rohit Sharma (c), Shubman Gill, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul, Rishabh Pant, Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav*, Mohammed Siraj, Mohammed Shami, Arshdeep Singh, Washington Sundar, Mukesh Kumar.
*Varun Chakaravarthy will replace Kuldeep Yadav if the latter does not recover from injury in time.
