Shock Changes to India's Champions Trophy Squad: Bumrah Out, Mystery Spinner In

India's Champions Trophy 2025 squad has undergone dramatic last-minute changes. Star pacer Jasprit Bumrah has been ruled out due to a lower back injury, with 23-year-old Harshit Rana named as his replacement. In a surprising twist, mystery spinner Varun Chakaravarthy has been included, replacing young opener Yashasvi Jaiswal. These changes, announced by the BCCI on February 11, have sparked debate among fans and experts. Chakaravarthy's inclusion follows his impressive performance in the recent T20I series against England. The squad, led by Rohit Sharma, will begin their campaign against Bangladesh on February 20 in Dubai.

 

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