The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 kicks off on February 19, with Pakistan facing New Zealand in Karachi. India begins its campaign on February 20 against Bangladesh in Dubai, followed by a high-stakes clash with Pakistan on February 23. The Men in Blue’s final Group A match is on March 2, with a potential semifinal in Dubai on March 4 if they finish in the top two.

India will announce its 15-member squad on January 12, with speculation around Jasprit Bumrah’s inclusion. The 31-year-old pacer, who took 32 wickets in a recent Test series, last played an ODI in November 2023. While Mohammed Shami, Siraj, and Arshdeep Singh are likely picks, Avesh Khan, Prasidh Krishna, and Harshit Rana are potential replacements. Avesh impressed against South Africa, Krishna has a solid ODI record, and Rana shows promise with 22 wickets in 14 List A matches.