The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is likely to delay the announcement of the ODI squad for the upcoming three-match series against England. Initially, the squad was expected to be announced by January 12. However, due to recent commitments and the request for more time, the announcement may be postponed.
| Event | Expected Date | Likely Delay |
|---|---|---|
| ODI Squad Announcement | January 12 | Likely delayed by a week |
| New Expected Announcement | January 18-19 |
ICC New Guidelines for Provisional Squads
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has set a new rule for the submission of provisional squads for global tournaments. This time, teams are required to submit their provisional squads five weeks before the start of the tournament, as opposed to the usual one-month timeline.
| Requirement | Original Deadline | New Deadline (ICC) |
|---|---|---|
| Provisional Squad Submission | 1 month prior to event | 5 weeks prior to event |
| Champions Trophy Start | February 19, 2025 |
BCCI Commitment to the Test Series in Australia
Due to India recent commitments in the Test series against Australia, the BCCI has cited a busy schedule that could delay the finalization of the ODI squad. The team is expected to request an extension to finalize the Champions Trophy squad.
| Reason for Delay | Commitment | Expected Impact |
|---|---|---|
| Test Series in Australia | Ongoing commitment | Delay in squad finalization |
| Request for Extension | BCCI’s new timeline | Likely new squad release date |
T20 Squad for England Series to Be Announced Soon
While the ODI squad announcement might be delayed, the T20 squad for the upcoming five-match series against England is expected to be announced within the next few days. The squad will mostly feature players who played against Bangladesh and South Africa.
| Squad | Expected Announcement Date | Key Players |
|---|---|---|
| T20 Squad for England | Within next few days | Arshdeep Singh, Others |
| Notable Absentees | Bumrah, Siraj (unavailable) |
Arshdeep Singh and Mohammed Shami Likely Inclusion
In the T20 squad, Arshdeep Singh is expected to lead the bowling attack. Meanwhile, Mohammed Shami’s inclusion in the ODI squad seems highly likely. Shami has recently received clearance from the BCCI Centre of Excellence and could be seen playing in the upcoming England ODIs.
| Player Name | Likely Role | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Arshdeep Singh | Lead bowler in T20Is | Confirmed participation |
| Mohammed Shami | Pacemaker in ODIs | Likely to be included |
Changes and New Faces in the Squads
There are some new faces expected in the squads. Nitish Kumar Reddy, a new talent, is not expected to make it to the ODI squad but is likely to stay in the T20I series. Washington Sundar and Yashasvi Jaiswal are expected to make it into the ODI squad for the upcoming series against England.
| Player Name | Likely Role | Expected Squad Participation |
|---|---|---|
| Nitish Kumar Reddy | Young talent | Likely to be in T20 squad |
| Washington Sundar | All-rounder | Likely ODI inclusion |
| Yashasvi Jaiswal | Batsman | Likely ODI inclusion |
England Upcoming Tour to India
England will visit India to play five T20Is and three ODIs, starting from January 22. The ODIs will be played on February 6, 9, and 12. The delay in squad announcements may affect the team’s preparations, but the final lineups will be ready in time for the matches.
| Series | Dates | Format |
|---|---|---|
| England Tour to India | January 22 – February 12 | 5 T20Is and 3 ODIs |
Summary
The announcement of India ODI squad for the England series and the Champions Trophy is expected to be delayed due to the ongoing Test series commitments and a request for an extension by the BCCI. However, the T20 squad will be announced shortly, with no major surprises expected. Key players like Arshdeep Singh and Mohammed Shami are likely to be included in their respective squads, while new faces like Washington Sundar and Yashasvi Jaiswal could feature in the ODIs.
