India has announced its 15-member squad for the Champions Trophy and ODIs against England, led by Rohit Sharma with Shubman Gill as vice-captain. Despite Jasprit Bumrah being named, his participation depends on his recovery. The squad features spinner-heavy choices and will begin their campaign on February 20. India, who have won the Champions Trophy twice, were runners-up in the last edition of the tournament in 2017.
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