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this ICC Champions Trophy 2025 The tournament has ignited excitement among cricket fans and will showcase an intense battle between the best teams in the world. The stakes are especially high for India as they aim to win back-to-back ICC trophies after their 2024 T20 World Cup victory. grouped into New Zealand, Bangladeshand Pakistan In Group A, Team India’s journey has been filled with thrilling encounters and fans are eagerly waiting for the announcement of the squad.
Indian bowling in spotlight due to health concerns
While India’s batting line-up remains a stronghold, fitness issues in the bowling department have emerged as a major challenge. The delayed announcement of the Champions League squad has fueled speculation, especially regarding Jasprit Bumrahavailability. Star pacer suffers back spasm in fifth Test Australia In Sydney, questions were raised about his involvement. What’s even more worrying is Mohammad ShamiReturning after a year’s injury hiatus, and young talent likes Ardeep Singh Still finding his footing in ODIs.
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Navjot Singh Sidhu unveils India’s 2025 Champions Trophy bowling squad
former cricketer and commentator Najot Singh Sidhu Recently shared his picks for India’s Champions Trophy bowling line-up. Sidhu chose Bumrah, Muhammad Siraj, Shami and left-arm pacer Arshdeep highlighted their potential as a “lethal winning combination”.
“Fast bowlers hunt in pairs or packs – a lone wolf is nothing but an ineffective pack. Mohammed Siraj is at full strength, Mohammed Shami is fit, plus With a left-arm pacer like Arshdeep Singh, India has a huge asset and both he and Bumrah will play an important role during the 2024 World Cup. This quartet can put relentless pressure on opponents.” Sidhu wrote on X.
Fast bowlers hunt in pairs or packs – a lone wolf is nothing more than a pack of effective…. and @mdsirajofficial Take his heart out @MdShami11 Suitable for same as left handed fast bowlers @arshdeepsinghh Will be a huge asset – he and Bumrah both picked up a wicket after 13 deliveries…
— Navjot Singh Sidhu (@sherryontopp) January 15, 2025
Sidhu on India’s leading pacer’s fitness and delays in CT line-up
Sidhu expressed serious concern over Bumrah’s injury, highlighting the uncertainty over the star pacer’s availability and how it led to an unprecedented delay in the announcement of India’s Champions Trophy squad. He noted that such delays are rare in the history of Indian cricket, especially for an event as prestigious as the Champions Trophy.
“ICC 25 Years History – For the first time ever, India Champions Trophy squad announcement has been postponed. The January 12 deadline has passed, selectors and teammates wait with bated breath, 1.5 billion hearts pray and hope for the best, all All eyes are on Jasprit Bumrah whose name alone defines the pinnacle of Indian cricket and whose talent has earned him global respect.” Sidhu said.
“Yet the mystery surrounding his injury grows. It’s not just a delay; it’s a delay. It’s a legend carrying the weight of a nation’s hopes on his shoulders. The cricketing world stands still, waiting for Bumrah ‘s triumphant return.” he added.
“ICC 25 Years of History – For the first time ever, India Champions Trophy squad announcement has been postponed. The January 12 deadline has passed, selectors and teammates wait with bated breath, 1.5 billion hearts pray and hope for the best, all All eyes were fixed on Jasprit Bumrah, only his name… pic.twitter.com/WQn5P7kxeN
— Navjot Singh Sidhu (@sherryontopp) January 15, 2025
