India’s preparations for the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025 have suffered a setback with Jasprit Bumrah ruled out due to a persistent lower back injury. Harshit Rana has been named as his replacement in the 15-member squad.
Bumrah sustained the injury in January during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, and despite medical efforts, he has not recovered in time for the prestigious tournament. This marks the second ICC event that the 31-year-old pacer will miss due to back issues, having also sat out the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2022 in Australia.
India’s Updated Champions Trophy 2025 Squad
Following Bumrah’s withdrawal, Varun Chakaravarthy has also been included in the final squad, replacing Yashasvi Jaiswal, who will now serve as a non-traveling substitute along with Mohammed Siraj and Shivam Dube.
India’s Final Squad for Champions Trophy 2025
✅ Rohit Sharma (C)
✅ Shubman Gill
✅ Virat Kohli
✅ Shreyas Iyer
✅ KL Rahul
✅ Rishabh Pant
✅ Hardik Pandya
✅ Axar Patel
✅ Washington Sundar
✅ Kuldeep Yadav
✅ Harshit Rana
✅ Mohammed Shami
✅ Arshdeep Singh
✅ Ravindra Jadeja
✅ Varun Chakaravarthy
🔹 Non-traveling substitutes: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Mohammed Siraj, Shivam Dube
Harshit Rana’s Strong Form Ahead of the Tournament
Harshit Rana has been in impressive form in the ongoing ODI series against England, picking up four wickets in his first two matches. His performances in Ahmedabad’s third ODI will be closely watched as he gears up to lead India’s pace attack in Bumrah’s absence.
India’s Champions Trophy 2025 Fixtures
📅 February 20: 🇮🇳 vs 🇧🇩 (India vs Bangladesh)
📅 February 23: 🇮🇳 vs 🇵🇰 (India vs Pakistan – High-Voltage Clash!)
📅 March 2: 🇮🇳 vs 🇳🇿 (India vs New Zealand)
The highly anticipated India vs Pakistan showdown on February 23 is expected to be one of the most-watched matches of the tournament.
Conclusion
Jasprit Bumrah ICC Champions Trophy 2025 participation has officially come to an end due to a recurring lower back injury. The Indian pace spearhead sustained the injury during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in January, and despite rehabilitation efforts, he has not recovered in time for the marquee event.
To cover his absence, Harshit Rana has been included in the squad. The 22-year-old pacer has been in impressive form, taking four wickets in two ODIs against England, showcasing his potential on the international stage.