Nair, despite averaging 752 in the ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy, failed to make the cut as India announced their squad for the Champions Trophy on Saturday

Out-of-favour India batter Karun Nair scored 779 runs across 8 innings at an average of 389.50 in the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2024-25.

Despite an impressive run in domestic cricket, including a remarkable undefeated streak in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, Karun Nair was not selected for India's Champions Trophy squad. The decision, announced by Chairman Ajit Agarkar,

Former India cricketer and coach Yograj Singh lauded the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) for their approach towards picking the 15-member squad for the upcoming Champions Trophy 2025. India chief selector Ajit Agarkar named the combined squad for the three-match ODI series as well as the Champions Trophy in the presence of captain Rohit Sharma at the BCCI headquarters in Mumbai on Saturday.

BCCI announced India's 15-member squad for the upcoming Champions Trophy 2025 which is slated to commence from February 19

India announced their 15-man squad for the upcoming Champions Trophy 2025 on Saturday, January 18. Captain Rohit Sharma attended a press conference alongside Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) chief selector Ajit Agarkar to reveal the squad.

BCCI's selection committee led by Ajit Agarkar has finally announced the 15-man squad for the Champions Trophy 2025. Rohit Sharma will lead the Men in Blue in their prestigious tournament, while Shubman Gill has been appointed as the team vice-captain.