Credited from: REUTERS
In a major boost for India, Kuldeep Yadav has been included in the 15-man squad for the upcoming Champions Trophy. After recovering from hernia surgery, the left-arm wrist spinner is expected to play a crucial role on the slow pitches of Dubai, where India will compete. Jasprit Bumrah, another key player who faced challenges with back spasms, is also set to return, enhancing the team's bowling strength.
The Indian squad retains most players from the recent ODI World Cup, with Shubman Gill named vice-captain and Rishabh Pant placed as the second wicketkeeper. Fast bowler Mohammed Shami, returning from injury, rounds out the bowling lineup alongside Bumrah and Yadav.
Head coach Ajit Agarkar expressed confidence in the squad's composition, mentioning, "You don’t have to talk about quality when it comes to Shami." India’s first match is against Bangladesh on February 20, as they aim to secure a strong position in Group A, which also includes Pakistan and New Zealand.
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