Mohammed Shami Eyes Champions Trophy Return as Jasprit Bumrah Faces Injury Concerns

With the Champions Trophy squad announcement looming, Shami's fitness and form could be critical for India's pace attack as Bumrah's recovery timeline remains uncertain.

• India's Champions Trophy squad is set to be announced by January 12, with Mohammed Shami emerging as a likely inclusion after a strong domestic cricket comeback.
• Jasprit Bumrah sustained a back spasm during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, and the severity of his injury could impact his availability for the tournament starting February 19.
• Shami, who has been out of international cricket for over a year due to multiple injuries, recently showcased his readiness by sharing a high-intensity practice video captioned 'All Set to Take on the World.'
• The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 will be held in Pakistan and Dubai, with India's matches exclusively played in Dubai due to political tensions.
• India is grouped with Pakistan, New Zealand, and Bangladesh in the tournament, aiming to finalize a strong squad to reclaim the title last won by Pakistan in 2017.

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