Joe Root has returned to England for an ODI for the first time since the 2023 ICC Men's Cricket World Cup. The star batsman has been named in the 15-man squad for the Champions Trophy 2025, which will also feature in three ODIs against India before the international tournament.
There is no place for Ben Stokes in England's ODI squad
Ben StokesEngland's Test captain, too, was being considered for reinstatement. However, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) explained that Stokes was not selected due to a hamstring injury sustained during the final Test against New Zealand in Wellington.
Meanwhile, Root's inclusion marks a return to 50-over form after a disappointing World Cup campaign in England in 2023, where the team failed to defend their title. Root had a modest career, scoring 276 runs at an average of 30.66. After the World Cup, England switched to developing young talent. However, it is Brendon McCullum Arriving as the head coach of all sports, Root has been brought back into the team, which shows that there is more experience and youth in the team.
The England team has dangerous pace, led by Mark Wood and Jofra Archer. Help them Saqib Mahmood, Gus Atkinson, Brydon Carse and Jamie Overton. A rising star Jacob in Bethel has invited him to the ICC after his good performances in recent months. Jamie Smith He has also been in the group, when the player is mobile What Jacks have been ignored.
The ODI series against India will act as an important preparation for the Champions Trophy. The matches are scheduled on February 6, 9, and 12, which will prepare a cricket match between two formidable teams.
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England ODI squad for India tour and Champions Trophy 2025
Jos Buttler (captain), Phil Salt, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Ben Duckett, Liam Livingstone, Jamie Smith, Jacob Bethell, Mark Wood, Jofra Archer, Saqib Mahmood, Gus Atkinson, Brydon Carse, Jamie Overton, Adil Rashid
With the return of experienced campaigners and an infusion of fresh talent, England are looking to regain their dominance in the ODI format. Fans will be keenly watching the team's performance in the inter-India challenge and in the Champions Trophy.