When the national selectors and the Indian team management get together during the weekend to discuss the squad for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy next month, one can expect tough debates over balancing the spin attack, finding the two wicketkeepers and keeping a close eye on the fitness of Mohammed Shami and Jasprit Bumrah.

Jasprit Bumrah has consulted a NZ surgeon and will reportedly be a part of the squad. However, he will play only if he feels well after bowling again.

India is set to fiercely contest the ICC Champions Trophy in 2025, with hopes of winning back the title they last secured in 2013. The tournament will take place in Dubai, a ground where the team feels right at home,

The Rohit Sharma-led Indian cricket team will play a practice match in Dubai ahead of the Champions Trophy 2025. The tournament will begin on February 19, with India's first clash against Bangladesh on February 20.

According to a report by Sports Tak, India are set to play at least one practice match in Dubai before the start of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 to familiarize with the conditions. The dates and opponents are yet to be decided,

The ICC Champions Trophy is set to be back after a gap of eight years, with the 2025 edition being hosted across Pakistan and the UAE, with India being the runner-up of the previous edition. Due to the political challenges,

Despite poor run with bat Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli will be forming the core of Indian batting. There is also concerns over the availability of pace duo of Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Shami.

With India set to announce their squad for the ICC Champions Trophy soon, here are some important considerations the selectors will have to make.

Cricket fans await India's squad announcement for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, led by Ajit Agarkar. Check when the 15-member team will likely be revealed.