BCCI has announced India’s ODI squad for the upcoming England tour, naming Shubman Gill as captain and Shreyas Iyer as vice-captain. The three-match series begins on July 14 at Edgbaston, followed by games in Cardiff and Lord’s. Senior players Virat Kohli and Jasprit Bumrah return to the side, while Hardik Pandya misses out due to injury.
The squad features a blend of experience and youth, with Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul, and Kuldeep Yadav included alongside emerging talents like Harshit Rana, Nitish Kumar Reddy, and Gurnoor Brar. Kohli’s selection is subject to final fitness clearance after his recent hamstring injury, while Bumrah’s return marks his first ODI appearance since the 2023 World Cup final.
Yashasvi Jaiswal, despite scoring a century against Afghanistan, has been dropped to accommodate Kohli’s comeback. Mohammed Siraj is also excluded from the pace attack this time. Analysts suggest the squad reflects India’s strategy of balancing proven performers with promising youngsters ahead of major ICC events.
Gill’s leadership will be tested in challenging English conditions, with the series seen as a crucial step in India’s preparations for global tournaments. The announcement has generated excitement among fans, who are eager to see how the new-look team performs against a strong England side.
