The Champions Trophy 2025 is around the corner, with Pakistan all set to host the mega event. Chief selector Ajit Agarkar and skipper Rohit Sharma announced India’s squad for the upcoming marquee event in a press conference on a Saturday. While most of the squad is on the expected lines, some unlucky players to miss out on India’s squad. Here we look at some of these players who failed to find a place in the team despite being top contenders.
Unlucky player to miss out on the Champions Trophy 2025
3. Suryakumar Yadav
Suryakumar Yadav is arguably one of the greatest modern-day white-ball players. His understanding of the field and ability to play the most unimaginable shots make him a must-have on any team. While the T20I skipper hasn’t played an ODI game since the World Cup 2023, his style of game could have been very useful in the Champions Trophy.
2. Sanju Samson
Sanju Samson is finally getting his due in recent times. He has more or less become a mainstay in India’s T20I setup. However, he is yet to find a place in the ODI team. Given his recent thunderous form in T20Is, he could have been considered for India’s squad in the Champions Trophy.
1. Mohammed Siraj
Mohammed Siraj has become one of the permanent members of the Indian team across formats. His exclusion from the squad came as a shock to many Explaining why Siraj was dropped, captain Rohit Sharma said, “His effectiveness comes down when he’s not bowling with the new ball. We prioritised bowlers who can deliver with the new ball, be effective in the middle overs, and at the back end.”
Disclaimer: This latest news is based on the author’s understanding, analysis, and instinct. As you review this information, consider the points mentioned and form your own conclusions.
Top 3 performances of Shikhar Dhawan in IPL
ILT20 2025: Predicting Desert Vipers XI for match 4
Top 3 performances of Shikhar Dhawan in ODIs
ILT20 2025: Predicting top 3 player battles for match 4
