Excitement Builds as Teams Finalize Squads for ICC Champions Trophy 2025
The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is fast approaching, and anticipation is reaching fever pitch. With just a few months to go, several teams have officially announced their squads for the highly anticipated tournament.
This year’s event is set to bring together eight elite teams, each vying for glory in one of cricket’s most prestigious competitions. Here’s a look at the squads confirmed so far, as fans gear up for the thrilling action ahead.
Afghanistan Squad
Afghanistan has solidified its position as a rising force in international cricket underscored by their debut in the tournament. Known for their fearless approach and spin dominance, the team is expected to be a strong contender, especially on familiar wickets of Pakistan and Dubai.
| Hashmatullah Shahidi |
| Ibrahim Zadran |
| Ikram Alikhil |
| Rahmanullah Gurbaz |
| Sediqullah Atal |
| Rahmat Shah |
| Azmatullah Omarzai |
| Gulbadin Naib |
| Mohammad Nabi |
| Rashid Khan |
| Fareed Ahmad |
| Fazalhaq Farooqi |
| AM Ghazanfar |
| Naveed Zadran |
| Noor Ahmad |
Australia Squad
The reigning ICC World Test Champions and five-time ODI World Cup winners have confirmed a squad brimming with talent and experience. Australia will undoubtedly be aiming to add another Champions Trophy to their cabinet.
| Alex Carey |
| Travis Head |
| Josh Inglis |
| Marnus Labuschagne |
| Matthew Short |
| Steven Smith |
| Aaron Hardie |
| Mitchell Marsh |
| Glenn Maxwell |
| Marcus Stoinis |
| Pat Cummins |
| Nathan Ellis |
| Josh Hazlewood |
| Mitchell Starc |
| Adam Zampa |
Bangladesh Squad
Bangladesh, known for their consistency in recent ICC events, will rely on their emerging stars to make a deep run in the tournament. With Shakib Al Hasan and Tamim Iqbal in the rear-view, Bangladesh will look to someone new to pin their hopes on.
| Najmul Hossain Shanto |
| Jaker Ali |
| Mushfiqur Rahim |
| Parvez Hossain Emon |
| Tanzid Hasan |
| Towhid Hridoy |
| Mahmudullah |
| Mehidy Hasan Miraz |
| Nasum Ahmed |
| Rishad Hossain |
| Soumya Sarkar |
| Tanzim Hasan Sakib |
| Mustafizur Rahman |
| Nahid Rana |
| Taskin Ahmed |
England Squad
England were the first team to name their squad for the tournament and will come into the competition as one of the favorites. Their aggressive brand of cricket under Brandon McCullum, combined with a wealth of emerging all-rounders, makes them a formidable side.
| Jos Buttler |
| Harry Brook |
| Ben Duckett |
| Joe Root |
| Phil Salt |
| Jamie Smith |
| Jacob Bethell |
| Brydon Carse |
| Liam Livingstone |
| Jamie Overton |
| Jofra Archer |
| Gus Atkinson |
| Saqib Mahmood |
| Adil Rashid |
| Mark Wood |
New Zealand Squad
New Zealand, the perennial dark horses of ICC events, have announced a squad that blends youthful exuberance with veteran experience. Their reputation as tournament specialists is well-earned, and they’ll be eager to clinch the title.
| Devon Conway |
| Tom Latham |
| Kane Williamson |
| Will Young |
| Mitchell Santner |
| Michael Bracewell |
| Mark Chapman |
| Daryl Mitchell |
| Glenn Phillips |
| Rachin Ravindra |
| Nathan Smith |
| Lockie Ferguson |
| Matt Henry |
| Will O’Rourke |
| Ben Sears |
South Africa Squad
South Africa, often referred to as the “nearly men” of international cricket, have finalized a squad they hope will end their ICC trophy drought. After breaking the “underperformers” hoodoo during the T20 World Cup last year, the Proteas will be confident of adding their first trophy to their cabinet.
| Temba Bavuma |
| Tony de Zorzi |
| Heinrich Klaasen |
| David Miller |
| Ryan Rickelton |
| Tristan Stubbs |
| Rassie van der Dussen |
| Marco Jansen |
| Aiden Markram |
| Wiaan Mulder |
| Keshav Maharaj |
| Lungi Ngidi |
| Anrich Nortje |
| Kagiso Rabada |
| Tabraiz Shamsi |
Who is Left?
The hosts Pakistan and India are surprisingly the only two teams left who have yet to announce their squads for the 2025 Champions Trophy. Injuries to Saim Ayub and Jasprit Bumrah, respectively, are likely hampering their decisions, but with the ICC deadline just days away both need to be velocious with their decision.
