Jasprit Bumrah to Saim Ayub: List of players excluded from Champions Trophy 2025
ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025 It will be held from February 19th to March 9th, and will attract eight of the world’s top cricket countries in a 50-over tournament.
Pakistan and the UAE will host the prestigious ODI tournament
Pakistan It acts as a major host and marks the first major ICC event in the home soil since ODI World Cup 1996. However, due to political tensions, IndiaThe match will be held in Dubai and will adopt a hybrid model similar to the 2023 Asian Cup. The match will be held in Lahore, Karachi, Rawalpindi and Dubai to ensure a fair balance between the teams. The tournament follows the traditional format featuring two groups of four, with the top two teams from each group reaching the semi-finals.
This year’s Champions Trophy features Pakistan, India Australia, UK, South Africa, New Zealand, Afghanistan and Bangladesh – All of the qualifications were based on performance at ODI World Cup 2023. but, Sri Lanka and West Indiesneither previous champion trophy winners were eligible, highlighting their recent struggle in the 50-over format. The lack of these two historically strong teams has opened the door for Afghanistan and Bangladesh to make a major impact on the global stage.
ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Injuries shake up team preparation
With the Champions Trophy 2025 around the corner, several teams are being hit by serious injuries and are forcing last-minute team changes. A total of 11 players from various teams have been ruled out due to injuries or personal reasons, affecting the team’s strategy and balance.
Pakistan faces batting lineup
Pakistan’s Saim Ayub He was removed from the tournament after suffering a fracture of his right ankle during a Test Series against South Africa. The young left-handed, considered a promising future star, was expected to play a key role in Pakistan’s mid-order. His absence forces the team to rethink the batting combination, especially in spin-friendly conditions at home.
Australian teams hit hard on injuries and retreats
Australia suffered the worst injuries that led to the Champions Trophy, losing five key players, including the captain and two frontline pacers. Pat Cummins Although he is being watched by the sidelines due to persistent ankle damage, Josh Hezlewood He was ruled out by tension in the sides and calves. In addition to their suffering, Mitchell Marshthe person expected to be an important all-around, has come out due to a back injury.
But when was the biggest set? Mitchell Stark It retreated for personal reasons and left Australia’s bowling attacks significantly weaker. moreover, Marcus Stonisthe key all-rounder opts out due to a sudden, shocking retirement, affecting both batting depth and pace bowling options. With so many key players gone missing, Australia has to rely on the depth of its team to stay competitive.
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South Africa loses two fast bowling options
South Africa’s paced attacks are also suffering from a major retreat. Anrich NortjeOne of their fastest bowlers was excluded and replaced by a back injury. Corbin Bosch. meanwhile, Gerald CauchyAnother promising pacer was sidelined due to tension in the gro diameter, further depleting bowling resources. When both Nortje and Coetzee appear, they are currently responsible for leading the attack Kagiso Rabada and Marco Jansen.
Afghanistan loses prospects for young spin
Afghanistan young right arm finger spinner Allah Gazanfa He was ruled out due to a fracture of his L4 vertebra. This is an important setback for Afghanistan. Because they rely heavily on the spin of their bowling strategy. meanwhile Rashid Khan Their main weapon remains, and the absence of Gazanfah, tests the depths of Afghanistan in the spin division.
England and India have suffered major players injuries
England also had to make changes due to injuries. Jacob Bethel After suffering a left hamstring injury, he was ruled out and forced to bring Tom Bunton to the selector as his replacement.
For India, the biggest setback was the loss of Jasprit Bumrahtheir best fast bowler as a hip injury continued during the final test against Australia in Sydney. Bumra’s absence is a major blow to India’s bowling attack, especially in the UAE conditions where their paced attack may have been a critical factor. Young fast bowler Harshit Lana He has been appointed as his replacement and marks an important opportunity for emerging pacers.
1. Pakistan
- Saim Ayub (Right ankle fracture) – excluded after suffering an injury during a test series against South Africa.
2. Australia
- Pat Cummins (Ankle damage) – Being on the sidelines as ankle concerns persist.
- Josh Hezlewood (Side and Calf Tension) – declared unsuitable for tournaments.
- Mitchell Marsh (Back injury) – omitted due to back problems.
- Mitchell Stark (Retracted for personal reasons) – A major blow to Australia’s bowling attack.
- Marcus Stonis (ODI resignation)
3. South Africa
- Anrich Nortje (Back injury) – Replaced Corbin Bosch.
- Gerald Cauchy (gro diameter tension) – excluded and weakened fast bowling stock.
4. Afghanistan
- Allah Gazanfa (L4 vertebra fracture) – Retreat of Afghanistan’s spin attack.
5. England
- Jacob Bethel (left hamstring damage) – replaced Tom Bunton.
6. India
- Jasprit Bumrah (lower injury) – India’s massive loss. Replaced with a young pacer Harshit Lana.