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When will BCCI release India's squad for the England series and ICC Champions Trophy?

As per media reports, Hardik Pandya and Jasprit Bumrah are the two names under consideration by the BCCI, with Bumrah currently being the frontrunner

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Hardik Pandya and Nitish Reddy

Hardik Pandya and Nitish Reddy (Pic: Sportspicz for BCCI)

After a disappointing series loss against Australia in the Down Under series, the countdown has begun for India’s upcoming white-ball assignments. Before heading for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, scheduled to start on February 19, the Men in Blue will first host the Three Lions from England in a five-match T20 international series and a three-match ODI series starting January 22 at Eden Gardens in Kolkata.
 
Although only two weeks remain until the start of India’s white-ball series against England, the official announcement of the Indian squad is yet to be made by the BCCI. Fans are eagerly awaiting the announcement, as it is likely that the BCCI will not only release India’s squad for the England series but also confirm the names of the 15 players who will represent the cricket-loving nation at the ninth edition of the ICC Champions Trophy in Dubai (Pakistan is the host nation, but India will play their matches in Dubai due to safety concerns).
 
The Ajit Agarkar-led BCCI selection committee are expected to meet on January 11 for a meeting regarding squad selction and may announce the sqiuad on same day while also providing clarification on multiple media reports circulating in the market, including reports on who will serve as Rohit Sharma’s deputy in ODI cricket.
 
As per media reports, Hardik Pandya and Jasprit Bumrah are the two names under consideration by the BCCI, with Bumrah currently being the frontrunner.
 
Other media reports available as of today suggest:
  • Mohammed Shami is set to make his return to the Indian cricket team after more than a year.
  • Arshdeep Singh, Hardik Pandya, and Shreyas Iyer are all set to find a place in India’s ODI squad.
  • Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj may be rested for the England series.
  • Sanju Samson is being considered for the wicketkeeping role ahead of KL Rahul and Rishabh Pant.
6:40 PM

India squad announcement for series vs ENG LIVE UPDATES: Wait continues

BCCI selection comittee is to meet on January 11, as per some media reports, meaning fans still need to wait for the official announcement by BCCI.
6:21 PM

India squad announcement for series vs ENG LIVE UPDATES: Media reports in market

Media reports regarding squad selections:
  • Mohammed Shami is set to make his return to the Indian cricket team after more than a year.
  • Arshdeep Singh, Hardik Pandya, and Shreyas Iyer are all set to find a place in India’s ODI squad.
  • Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj may be rested for the England series.
  • Sanju Samson is being considered for the wicketkeeping role ahead of KL Rahul and Rishabh Pant.
6:00 PM

India squad announcement for series vs ENG LIVE UPDATES: Announcement unlikely for today

BCCI is unlikely to announce the Indian squad today.
5:41 PM

India squad announcement for series vs ENG LIVE UPDATES: England squad updates

England, set to play India in a three-match ODI series later this month, have announced their squad for the Champions Trophy. Jos Buttler remains the captain, but England will be without Ben Stokes due to injury. Joe Root makes his comeback to the fifty-over format and will also play against India.
5:23 PM

India squad announcement for series vs ENG LIVE UPDATES: Jaiswal to get green light

Yashasvi Jaiswal, India's star opener in Tests and T20Is, is expected to receive his maiden call-up for the three-match ODI series against England and potentially the Champions Trophy. However, he is likely to serve as the back-up opener, with Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill expected to be the first-choice options.
5:01 PM

India squad announcement for series vs ENG LIVE UPDATES: ENG squad for T20s vs India

ENG squad: Harry Brook, Ben Duckett, Jacob Bethell, Liam Livingstone, Rehan Ahmed, Jamie Overton, Brydon Carse, Jos Buttler, Jamie Smith, Philip Salt, Gus Atkinson, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid, Mark Wood, Saqib Mahmood
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India squad announcement for series vs ENG LIVE UPDATES: IND vs ENG series venues

ODI venues:
  • Nagpur
  • Cuttack
  • Ahmedabad
T20 venues:
  • Kolkata
  • Chennai
  • Rajkot
  • Pune
  • Mumbai
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India squad announcement for series vs ENG LIVE UPDATES: IND vs ENG series timestable

Date Match Details Time (IST) Venue
Jan 22, Wed India vs England, 1st T20I 07:00 PM Local Eden Gardens, Kolkata
Jan 25, Sat India vs England, 2nd T20I 07:00 PM Local MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
Jan 28, Tue India vs England, 3rd T20I 07:00 PM Local Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Rajkot
Jan 31, Fri India vs England, 4th T20I 07:00 PM Local Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune
Feb 02, Sun India vs England, 5th T20I 07:00 PM Local Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
Feb 06, Thu India vs England, 1st ODI 01:30 PM Local Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium, Nagpur
Feb 09, Sun India vs England, 2nd ODI 01:30 PM Local Barabati Stadium, Cuttack
Feb 12, Wed India vs England, 3rd ODI 01:30 PM Local Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad

4:03 PM

India squad announcement for series vs ENG LIVE UPDATES: Most Champions Trophy titles

Australia won the Champions Trophy in 2006 and 2009, while India claimed titles in 2002 and 2013. The 2002 title was shared with Sri Lanka due to a rain-affected final.
3:41 PM

India squad announcement for series vs ENG LIVE UPDATES: Rahul over Surya?

Surya, despite being the T20I captain, is not currently part of India's plans. The team is likely to favor KL Rahul for the middle-order role, with Shreyas Iyer as the backup batter.
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India squad announcement for series vs ENG LIVE UPDATES: Rohit and Virat struggle in AUS

Virat Kohli started the series on a high with a century in the opening Test in Perth but struggled thereafter, finishing with 190 runs and being dismissed eight times chasing balls outside the off-stump. Meanwhile, Rohit Sharma, who missed the first Test due to the birth of his second child, scored only 31 runs across three Tests. He then opted to rest during the fifth Test in Sydney, raising further concerns about his form.
3:01 PM

India squad announcement for series vs ENG LIVE UPDATES: PCB in trouble

With just about a month left until the ICC Champions Trophy, reports indicate that the PCB has yet to complete the renovation work at the venues.
2:40 PM

India squad announcement for series vs ENG LIVE UPDATES: BCCI meeting date revealed?

According to media reports, the BCCI selectors are scheduled to meet on January 11 to finalize India's squads for the two white-ball home series against England and the Champions Trophy.
2:21 PM

India squad announcement for series vs ENG LIVE UPDATES: Why hybrid model will be helpful for India?

The hybrid model benefits India as they will play all their matches at a single venue, giving them a consistent environment to prepare and perform. In contrast, other teams will have to adapt to different conditions across multiple venues, which could pose additional challenges.
2:04 PM

India squad announcement for series vs ENG LIVE UPDATES: Shami after comeback

After spending 359 days on the sidelines, Shami made his return to cricket in November 2024, playing for Bengal against Madhya Pradesh. He showcased his skill by bowling 43.2 overs and claiming 7 wickets in that match. Shami was then included in Bengal's squad for the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2024, where he featured in all 9 matches before Bengal was knocked out by Baroda in the quarterfinals. He bowled the full quota of 4 overs in 8 of those games, and in one match, he bowled 3.3 overs, totaling 35.3 overs for the tournament and taking 11 wickets. Currently, Shami is part of Bengal’s squad for the ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy. After missing the initial games, he played Bengal's last match against Madhya Pradesh, where he bowled 8 overs and took 1 wicket

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First Published: Jan 08 2025 | 11:00 AM IST

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