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In the last 6-7 years, there haven't been much time when players in the senior squad have had any time. When you play so much international cricket throughout the years, you need some time off as well. Nobody takes it for granted

Rohit Sharma

We are waiting on Jasprit Bumrah's fitness and will know his status in early February from BCCI's medical team

- Ajit Agarkar

Gautam Gambhir is such that once we're on the field, he trusts the captain to make the decisions on the field. That's the sort of trust we have

Rohit Sharma

With Bumrah missing or not sure, we wanted a bowler who can bowl both at the start and at the back end. Shami was back, and Siraj's effectiveness comes down a bit if it's not with the new ball. We are taking only 3 seamers because we are taking multiple all-rounders.

- Rohit Sharma

We are waiting on Jasprit Bumrah's fitness and will know his status in early February from BCCI's medical team

- Chief selector Ajit Agarkar

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Star pacer Jasprit Bumrah named in India's squads of Champions Trophy and England ODIs: Ajit Agarkar

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The wait is finally over!

Captain Rohit Sharma and BCCI selector Ajit Agarkar have arrived. They will reveal Team India squad for the Champions Trophy and ODI series vs England.

The media briefing was set to commence at 12:30 PM.

However, the deliberations at the Wankhede Stadium have extended beyond the scheduled time by an hour and fifteen minutes.

The prolonged selection meeting has left everyone wondering if unexpected decisions are being contemplated.

The meeting between captain Rohit Sharma and chief selector Ajit Agarkar is still ongoing, which could lead to further delays.

Journalists and fans are anxiously awaiting the official announcement of India's squad for the Champions Trophy, as the anticipation builds for the much-awaited team reveal.

The selection committee will unveil both the Champions Trophy squad and the team for the ODI series against England.

The key point of interest lies in whether the selectors opt for identical line-ups for both tournaments as part of their preparation strategy, or if they choose to include players such as Karun Nair specifically for the England series based on their recent performances.

The media briefing for Champions Trophy team selection has been running behind schedule, with a delay exceeding 45 minutes. The Indian captain Rohit Sharma and chief selector Ajit Agarkar have arrived and are present at the BCCI office premises.