Sanjay Bhangar has announced his opening XI for India in the 2025 Champions Trophy.
as a ICC Champions Trophy 2025 approaches, cricket fans will be eager to see how. Team India They will play their opening game Bangladesh on February 20 in Dubai. Former Indian batting coach Sanjay Bangar He offered his insights, showing his favorite playing XI for the top-flight.
Jasprit Bumrah and Arshdeep Singh lead the bowling attack
Bangar emphasized the importance of living Jasprit Bumrah And Arshdeep Singh In the playing XI if both are fit and available. He suggested Mohammed Shami As a backup scammer, however, he is a non-starter for the opening game.
“You get rid of one of the fast bowlers. If Arshdeep and Bumrah are both there, they can leave out someone like Shami. So for me, Shami is a non-starter.” Watch Bangar on Star Sports Show Blues.
Ravindra Jadeja against Axar Patel; Rishabh Pant misses
He chose Bangar by his choice Ravindra Jadeja Above Axar Patel Citing Jadeja’s consistent performances and versatility in all-round roles. He mentioned that Rishabh Pant Can stay on the bench, with KL Rahul Donning gloves.
“Then one between Ravindra Jadeja and Axar Patel and one stand-in wicket-keeper. So Rishabh Pant might be on the bench in this case.” Bangar pointed out.
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Mohammed Shami’s role and fitness assessment
Although Bangar dropped Shami from the starting XI for the opening match, he acknowledged the importance of the packers to India’s campaign. Contemplating Shami’s readiness, Bangar, “He has found fitness and is ready to bowl the required number of overs at high intensity.”
Bangar pointed out that Shami can play a crucial role in the upcoming matches, especially against tough opponents like England.
“The more games he plays, the better because that’s what history says about Mohammed Shami.” He added.
Sanjay Bhangar’s India XI for the Champions Trophy 2025
Rohit Sharma (captain), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul (wicket keeper), Hardik Pandaya, Ravindra Jadeja, Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh.
