Sat Jan 18 07:00:00 UTC 2025: ## India Announces Squad for Champions Trophy 2025; Bumrah’s Fitness, Wicket-Keeper Battle Key Talking Points

**Mumbai, India** – The Indian cricket team announced its squad for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 and a three-match ODI series against England today. Captain Rohit Sharma and chief selector Ajit Agarkar revealed the selections at a press conference. Head coach Gautam Gambhir, who consulted with selectors on Friday, was not present.

The announcement was highly anticipated, with Jasprit Bumrah’s fitness and participation a major point of discussion. The selection committee also faced a tough decision regarding the wicket-keeper position, with KL Rahul, Rishabh Pant, and Sanju Samson all vying for a spot.

Adding further intrigue, three uncapped players – Yashasvi Jaiswal, Nitish Reddy, and Varun Chakravarthy – were reportedly considered for selection. Surprisingly, in-form domestic player Karun Nair is expected to miss out despite a strong domestic season. This omission sparked debate regarding the balance between domestic performance and international selection.

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