Indian cricketer KL Rahul has decided to take a break from cricket. He has opted out of the upcoming white-ball series against England, which includes both T20 and ODI matches. However, he will be available for selection for the Champions Trophy 2025.
| Player | Decision | Upcoming Series |
|---|---|---|
| KL Rahul | Taking a break | Misses England series, Available for Champions Trophy 2025 |
Rahul Performance in Border-Gavaskar Trophy
KL Rahul decision to take a break comes after a solid performance in the recently concluded Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25. He scored 276 runs in 10 innings, with an average of 30.67. Rahul was praised by former cricketers for his technical soundness, especially against Australia.
| Tournament | Innings Played | Runs Scored | Batting Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 | 10 | 276 | 30.67 |
England Series Details
The upcoming series against England will start with a five-match T20I series, beginning on January 22 at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. After that, there will be a three-match ODI series, starting February 6 at Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium in Nagpur. KL Rahul will miss these matches, taking his break instead.
| Format | Matches Scheduled | Start Date | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| T20I Series | 5 matches | January 22 | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
| ODI Series | 3 matches | February 6 | Vidarbha Cricket Stadium, Nagpur |
Mohammed Shami Potential Comeback
Meanwhile, Mohammed Shami is eyeing a comeback in the England series. After suffering an ankle injury during the World Cup 2023 final against Australia, Shami has been recovering. He has played some domestic games for Bengal recently but has experienced ankle swelling, delaying his return to international cricket.
| Player | Injury | Status | Expected Return |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mohammed Shami | Ankle Injury | Recovering | Likely for England series |
Champions Trophy 2025
The Champions Trophy 2025 is scheduled to begin on February 19. The opening match will feature Pakistan, the host and defending champions, against New Zealand in Karachi. KL Rahul is expected to be available for selection for this prestigious tournament.
| Tournament | Start Date | Hosts | Opening Match |
|---|---|---|---|
| Champions Trophy 2025 | February 19 | Pakistan | Pakistan vs New Zealand, Karachi |
Summary
KL Rahul decision to take a break comes after his decent performance in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. While he will miss the England series, he is expected to be available for the Champions Trophy 2025. At the same time, Shami is recovering from his injury and may return for the England series. All eyes will be on these developments as India gears up for important upcoming fixtures.
