Rishabh Pant's selection over Sanju Samson for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 sparks debate. Despite Samson's 50+ average in ODIs, why was Pant chosen instead?

The big talking point and discussion prior to the announcement of the Indian squad for the three ODIs against England and the Champions Trophy next month was the availability of pace ace Jasprit Bumrah and that question was answered with his selection in the team.

Sanju Samson hasn't played a single 50-over game in 2024. His last ODI for India came in 2023 against South Africa.

India squad announcement for ICC Champions Trophy 2025 LIVE Updates: A gathering of the eight team captains involved in the Champions Trophy is scheduled to occur in Pakistan prior to the tournament. However, uncertainty surrounds Rohit Sharma’s attendance at the opening ceremony, as India will not be traveling to Pakistan due to political issues.

India's squad for Champions Trophy announced. Shubman Gill named vice-captain. Jasprit Bumrah included, but his participation is 'subject to fitness.'

Shubman Gill has been named vice-captain for the ODI series against England and the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Jasprit Bumrah's participation is subject to fitness.

India will refine their preparations for the Champions Trophy with a three-match ODI series against England, beginning on February 6 in Nagpur. The two teams are placed in separate groups for the Champions Trophy,

The big question lies whether the India pacer will be fit on time for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 in Dubai and Pakistan?