India Champions Trophy squad announcement Live: India batter KL Rahul is set to be rested from the eight-match white-ball series against England at home, comprising five T20Is and three ODIs, which will kick off from January 22 with the first T20I in Kolkata

A number of senior players might face the axe when the selectors announce India's squad for the ICC Champions Trophy. Former Indian opener Aakash Chopra has predicted some massive changes in the squad.

Australia will look to add another feather to their illustrious cap in the , starting February 19 in Karachi. The two-time champions, having lifted the title in 2006 and 2009, have had their share of success in this prestigious tournament.

The statement read, “ Cricket South Africa (CSA) can confirm receiving correspondence from British Member of Parliament Lord Peter Hain urging South Africa to boycott its fixture against Afghanistan at the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Tournament scheduled to be staged in Pakistan in February. “

South Africa’s Sports Minister has voiced his strong opposition to Afghanistan’s participation in the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy

By Mark Gleeson CAPE TOWN (Reuters) -South Africa Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie said he supported calls for a boycott of Afghanistan in the Champions Trophy in Pakistan, adding his voice to those of British politicians who have called on England not to play them next month.