Aakash Chopra’s Squad Selection for the 2025 Champions Trophy: Key Insights
Aakash Chopra recently revealed his squad for the 2025 Champions Trophy, igniting discussions among cricket enthusiasts. Notably, his selections excluded Sanju Samson and Suryakumar Yadav, stirring curiosity about his choices.
Rohit Sharma’s Leadership and Squad Composition
Chopra emphasized the importance of Rohit Sharma’s leadership, endorsing him to continue as captain and opening batsman. As the Indian team gears up for a three-match ODI series against England starting on February 6, the Champions Trophy will follow, kicking off on February 19 in Dubai. India’s first match is against Bangladesh on February 20.
Exclusions: Sanju Samson and Suryakumar Yadav
Chopra provided insight into why Suryakumar Yadav and Sanju Samson were left out. He stated, “Suryakumar Yadav won’t be a part of this team. He is actually not playing ODIs and hasn’t scored runs in the Vijay Hazare Trophy either. Sanju Samson hasn’t played at all.” This clear rationale highlights the need for current form in selection processes.
Shreyas Iyer’s Form Shines
Chopra’s squad includes Shreyas Iyer, who has been in tremendous form. Since the start of the World Cup, Iyer has amassed 620 runs in 15 innings, averaging 52 with a strike rate of 112, including two centuries. This consistent performance made him a natural choice for the middle order.
Wicketkeeper-Batters: KL Rahul and Rishabh Pant
For wicketkeeper-batsman roles, Chopra opted for KL Rahul and Rishabh Pant. Rahul has shown solid performance with 560 runs in 14 innings at an average of 56 since the World Cup. Meanwhile, despite Pant’s limited recent appearances, Chopra believes he can be impactful, replacing Ishan Kishan in the squad.
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