India’s cricket team for the upcoming ODI series against England and the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 will be announced today, January 18, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) in an official announcement read.
The much-awaited squad announcement will take place during a press conference in Mumbai, scheduled to begin at 12:30 PM Indian time. Team captain Rohit Sharma and Ajit Agarkar, chairman of the men’s selection committee, will be present to address the media.
Squad Selection Details
The Men’s Selection Committee will finalize India’s lineup for both the IDFC First Bank ODI series against England and the ICC Champions Trophy.
India’s Upcoming Cricket Calendar
Before diving into the ODI series, India will face England in a five-match T20I series starting January 22. The first T20I is set to be held in Kolkata, followed by matches in Chennai on January 25, Rajkot on January 28, Pune on January 31, and Mumbai on February 2.
The action will then shift to the three-match ODI series, commencing on February 6.
The ICC Champions Trophy is scheduled to run from February 19 to March 9, following a hybrid model with games hosted in Pakistan and the UAE, where India will play all its matches. The prestigious tournament features eight teams competing in a 50-over format, with 15 matches in total.
India’s campaign begins on February 20 against Bangladesh, followed by a much-awaited clash with Pakistan on February 23 in Dubai. The final league game will see India face New Zealand on March 2.
Tournament Structure
Group A includes Pakistan (hosts), India, New Zealand, and Bangladesh. Group B features the Cricket World Cup 2023 champions Australia, alongside Afghanistan, England, and South Africa.
The ICC Champions Trophy will serve as India’s next significant international assignment after completing its home series against England.
Schedule in Champions Trophy 2025 of South Africa
South Africa's Champions Trophy 2025 lineup is set. They are grouped with England, Australia, and Afghanistan in Group B. Their first match kicks off on February 21 against Afghanistan in Karachi. Next up, they will face Australia on February 25 and England on March 1.
South Africa's been on a roll lately in ICC tournaments. They made it to the finals of the 2024 T20 World Cup and even qualified for the World Test Championship Final, where they'll take on Australia at Lord's.