Thu Feb 06 09:05:58 UTC 2025: ## India’s Champions Trophy XI Uncertain as England Series Begins
**LONDON –** With the Champions Trophy just two weeks away, both India and England are showing signs of vulnerability as their respective series gets underway. The first ODI match between the two nations will see several key selection questions answered for India. The inclusion of Varun Chakravarthy in the ODI squad, confirmed by captain Rohit Sharma, leaves open questions regarding the final playing XI. The captain stated Varun is “definitely in contention” for the Champions Trophy.
Meanwhile, other key debates surround the form of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, and the choice between KL Rahul and Rishabh Pant for the wicketkeeper’s spot. England, meanwhile, is dealing with the omission of Sam Curran, who has vowed to continue pushing for selection.
Elsewhere in the cricketing world, Ireland and Sri Lanka are battling it out, with Hong Kong achieving a convincing 7-wicket victory in another match today. A women’s match saw one team needing 32 runs off 37 balls to win.
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