Cricket
India Announces 15-Member Squad for ICC Champions Trophy 2025
New Delhi, India – January 18, 2025: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has officially announced a 15-member squad for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, set to begin on February 20. The team will be led by Rohit Sharma, with Shubman Gill serving as vice-captain.
Key Highlights of India’s Champions Trophy 2025 Squad
- Jasprit Bumrah & Mohammed Shami Included: Both premier fast bowlers have been named in the squad. However, Bumrah is still recovering from a back injury, and the BCCI’s medical team will confirm his fitness in early February.
- Rishabh Pant Over Sanju Samson: Despite speculation, Rishabh Pant has been picked over Sanju Samson as India’s primary wicketkeeper.
- Kuldeep Yadav Returns: The star spinner makes a comeback after recovering from a groin injury sustained in late 2024.
- Hardik Pandya Retains His Spot: The all-rounder, who was a subject of debate, has retained his position in the squad.
India’s Full Squad for ICC Champions Trophy 2025
✅ Rohit Sharma (Captain)
✅ Shubman Gill (Vice-Captain)
✅ Virat Kohli
✅ Shreyas Iyer
✅ KL Rahul
✅ Hardik Pandya
✅ Axar Patel
✅ Washington Sundar
✅ Kuldeep Yadav
✅ Jasprit Bumrah
✅ Mohammed Shami
✅ Arshdeep Singh
✅ Yashasvi Jaiswal
✅ Rishabh Pant (Wicketkeeper)
✅ Ravindra Jadeja
India’s Schedule for ICC Champions Trophy 2025
📌 February 20 – India vs Bangladesh
📌 February 24 – India vs England
📌 February 28 – India vs Pakistan
Before the Champions Trophy, India will play a three-match ODI series against England on February 6, 9, and 12, providing crucial preparation ahead of the global event.
BCCI’s Statement on Bumrah’s Fitness
Speaking about Jasprit Bumrah’s injury status, chief selector Ajit Agarkar stated:
“Bumrah has been advised a five-week offloading period after the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. We will get a final update from the medical team in early February. As a precaution, Harshit Rana has been named as a standby for the England series.”
India Eyes Third Champions Trophy Title
India, a two-time Champions Trophy winner (2002, 2013), is aiming for a historic third title. With a strong squad featuring a blend of experience and young talent, expectations are high for Rohit Sharma’s men as they head to the tournament.
Stay tuned for the latest ICC Champions Trophy 2025 updates on Sri Lankan Sports TV!
Cricket
Sri Lanka to Begin Caribbean Tour with ODI Series in June 2026
The Sri Lanka national cricket team is set to embark on a full tour of the West Indies cricket team in June and July 2026, featuring a complete schedule across all three formats of the game.
The tour will open with a three-match One Day International (ODI) series at the renowned Sabina Park. The first ODI is scheduled for June 3, followed by the second on June 6 and the final match on June 8. These opening fixtures are expected to set the tone for the remainder of the tour.
Attention will then shift to the shorter format, with three Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is) also taking place at Sabina Park. The matches are set for June 11, June 13, and June 14, offering fans a fast-paced contest between the two sides.
Sri Lanka will then travel to Antigua for a four-day warm-up game from June 18 to 21 at the Coolidge Cricket Ground. This match will serve as preparation for the longer format of the game.
The two-match Test series will be held at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium. The first Test is scheduled from June 25 to 29, while the second Test will take place from July 3 to 7.
Schedule
- June 3 – First ODI at Sabina Park
- June 6 – Second ODI at Sabina Park
- June 8 – Third ODI at Sabina Park
- June 11 – First T20I at Sabina Park
- June 13 – Second T20I at Sabina Park
- June 14 – Third T20I at Sabina Park
- June 18–21 – Four-day warm-up match at Coolidge Cricket Ground
- June 25–29 – First Test at Sir Vivian Richards Stadium
- July 3–7 – Second Test at Sir Vivian Richards Stadium
Cricket
Sri Lanka U-19 Players Face Charges Over Alleged Hotel Recording Incident
Two players from Sri Lanka’s Under-19 cricket squad have been taken into custody allegations that they covertly recorded individuals inside a hotel in the Narahenpita area, according to police.
The arrests came after multiple complaints were lodged by female medical professionals attending a conference at the hotel. The complainants reported that they had been secretly filmed while bathing in their rooms, allegedly using mobile phones.
Authorities revealed that preliminary investigations suggest the suspects may also have captured footage involving male guests at the same premises. Police are continuing inquiries to determine whether any of the recordings were distributed through online platforms.
The suspects were presented before the Aluthkade Magistrate’s Court and subsequently released on personal bail set at Rs. 500,000 each. Further investigations are ongoing.
Cricket
SunRisers Hyderabad Sri Lankan Trio Returns Home from IPL
Three Sri Lankan players representing Sunrisers Hyderabad — Kamindu Mendis, Dilshan Madushanka and Eshan Malinga — have left the Indian Premier League as the tournament approaches its final stages.
The trio returned to Sri Lanka on Thursday morning to complete visa formalities ahead of the national team’s upcoming tour of the West Indies in June, which will feature matches across all formats. According to reports, their brief return is solely to complete biometric requirements for the visa process.
Despite their absence, the players are expected to rejoin the squad in India shortly after completing the necessary procedures. With sufficient time before their next fixture, all three are likely to be available for selection.
Sunrisers Hyderabad are scheduled to play their next match on May 3 at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium against Kolkata Knight Riders.
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