Fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah has been picked for India’s Champions Trophy squad despite doubts about his fitness.

Injured quick Jasprit Bumrah has been named in India's provisional 15-member squad for next month's Champions Trophy, while spinner Kuldeep Yadav is also set to return after picking up a groin issue in October.

India has announced its 15-member squad for the Champions Trophy and ODIs against England, led by Rohit Sharma with Shubman Gill as vice-captain. Desp

Jasprit Bumrah returns to India's squad for the Champions Trophy after recovering from back spasms. Spinner Kuldeep Yadav and wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant rejoin the team, while Mohammed Shami is set for action after recovering from an ankle injury.

A report has claimed that Jasprit Bumrah will be in India's squad for Champions Trophy, adding that Sanju Samson and Karun Nair are out.

The big talking point and discussion prior to the announcement of the Indian squad for the three ODIs against England and the Champions Trophy next month was the availability of pace ace Jasprit Bumrah and that question was answered with his selection in the team.

India's Men's Selection Committee Chairman Ajit Agarkar has revealed that pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah is unlikely to be fit for the initial games of the Champions Trophy 2025. Harshit Rana has been named as his replacement for the ODI series against England.

Ahead of the Champions Trophy 2025, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) chief selector Ajit Agarkar and Team India captain Rohit Sharma made their appearance at the press conference to announce the squad.

Bumrah is included in the 15, but selectors will wait till February 12 to see if he recovers from his back issue

India's premier fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah will test his match fitness by playing the third ODI against England on February 12 in Ahmedabad. India's selectors and the team management are hopeful the plan works out so that Bumrah is ready to play the Champions Trophy.