India has officially confirmed their 15-player squad for the highly anticipated ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025, with a strong lineup set to challenge for their third title. The team, led by captain Rohit Sharma, will aim to build on their successes in 2002 and 2013. With star pacer Jasprit Bumrah included, despite recent injury concerns, India’s pace attack is primed for a strong showing.
India’s ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Squad: Full Roster
| Player Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Rohit Sharma (c) | Captain, Opening Batsman |
| Shubman Gill | Opening Batsman |
| Virat Kohli | Middle Order Batsman |
| Shreyas Iyer | Middle Order Batsman |
| KL Rahul | Wicketkeeper Batsman |
| Hardik Pandya | All-rounder, Pace Bowler |
| Axar Patel | All-rounder, Left-arm Spinner |
| Washington Sundar | All-rounder, Off-spinner |
| Kuldeep Yadav | Left-arm Chinaman Bowler |
| Jasprit Bumrah | Fast Bowler |
| Mohammad Shami | Fast Bowler |
| Arshdeep Singh | Fast Bowler |
| Yashasvi Jaiswal | Opening Batsman |
| Rishabh Pant | Wicketkeeper Batsman |
| Ravindra Jadeja | All-rounder, Left-arm Spinner |
Jasprit Bumrah’s Role and Fitness Update for ICC Champions Trophy 2025
The spotlight is on Jasprit Bumrah as he continues his recovery from a recent injury. Chief Selector Ajit Agarkar emphasized that Bumrah’s fitness will be monitored closely leading up to the tournament. The inclusion of the pacer, who played a pivotal role in India’s successful campaign at the T20 World Cup 2024, adds significant firepower to the bowling lineup.
India’s fast-bowling attack will be bolstered by the inclusion of Mohammad Shami, Arshdeep Singh, and Hardik Pandya. In addition, Harshit Rana has been brought in as cover for Bumrah during India’s ODI series in England, before the Champions Trophy.
India’s Balanced Squad for the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy
India’s squad features a fine blend of experience and youth. At the top of the order, the experienced trio of Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Shubman Gill will provide a solid foundation. Yashasvi Jaiswal adds a fresh option to complement these established names.
In the middle order, KL Rahul, Shreyas Iyer, and Rishabh Pant bring stability and aggression, while the all-rounders such as Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Ravindra Jadeja, and Washington Sundar provide much-needed flexibility to the squad.
The spin-bowling department sees Kuldeep Yadav returning after an injury, alongside Axar Patel and Ravindra Jadeja, ensuring India’s depth in the slower formats of the game.
India’s Preparation Ahead of ICC Champions Trophy 2025
India’s campaign for the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025 kicks off with the series in England, where the team will prepare thoroughly. The team’s combination of attacking batsmen, experienced all-rounders, and lethal pacers will make them a formidable opponent on any given day.
As India heads into the tournament with high expectations, their performance in the 2024 T20 World Cup—where Bumrah was a standout performer—adds confidence that the team can dominate across formats.
India’s Strong Bid for ICC Champions Trophy Glory
With a well-rounded squad featuring experienced players and emerging talents, India will look to clinch their third ICC Champions Trophy title. With leadership from Rohit Sharma and the backing of key players like Bumrah, Kohli, and Pandya, the team is poised for success.
