Here Are All the Confirmed Squads for 2025 Champions Trophy
Excitement for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is reaching new heights as the tournament draws closer, with several teams finalizing their squads. This year’s competition is set to feature the best of international cricket, as eight teams vie for one of the sport’s most coveted titles.
Here’s a look at the teams who have confirmed their squads so far, as excitement mounts for the marquee event:
Afghanistan Squad
Afghanistan has firmly established itself as a rising powerhouse in international cricket, marked by their debut in the ICC Champions Trophy. Renowned for their fearless gameplay and spin prowess, the team is poised to be a formidable contender, particularly on the familiar pitches of Pakistan and Dubai.
| Player Name |
|---|
| 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 announced a squad packed with both talent and experience. Australia will undoubtedly be determined to secure another Champions Trophy for their collection.
| Player Name |
|---|
| 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, recognized for their consistent performances in recent ICC events, will depend on their emerging talents to make a strong impact in the tournament. With Shakib Al Hasan and Tamim Iqbal no longer in the spotlight, the team will be looking to a new player to carry their hopes forward.
| Player Name |
|---|
| 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 was the first team to announce their squad for the tournament and enters the competition as one of the favorites. With their aggressive style of cricket under Brandon McCullum and a strong pool of emerging all-rounders, they are poised to be a formidable force.
| Player Name |
|---|
| 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, often the underdogs in ICC events, has named a squad that combines youthful energy with seasoned experience. Known for their reputation as tournament specialists, they are eager to capture the title once again.
| Player Name |
|---|
| 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, frequently dubbed the “nearly men” of international cricket, has finalized a squad with hopes of ending their ICC trophy drought. After overcoming their “underperformers” label during last year’s T20 World Cup, the Proteas are confident about securing their first major title.
| Player Name |
|---|
| 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 host nations, Pakistan and India, are surprisingly the only two teams yet to announce their squads for the 2025 Champions Trophy. Injuries to Saim Ayub and Jasprit Bumrah, respectively, are likely affecting their decisions. However, with the ICC deadline just days away, both teams must act quickly in finalizing their selections.