India names England ODI squad, Kohli and Bumrah return

India has announced its squad for a three-match One Day International series in England next month, headlined by the return of senior stars Virat Kohli and Jasprit Bumrah and the controversial omission of young opener Yashasvi Jaiswal. The squad was unveiled on Sunday, June 21, with Shubman Gill confirmed as captain and Shreyas Iyer as vice-captain.

Kohli’s inclusion is subject to a fitness clearance, with the batter scheduled for a detailed reassessment on Monday, June 22. He missed India’s recent ODI series against Afghanistan due to a hamstring injury sustained during the Indian Premier League final in May. Bumrah returns to the 50-over setup for the first time since the 2023 World Cup final after being rested for workload management.

The decision to leave out Yashasvi Jaiswal has sparked significant debate among fans and observers. The 24-year-old left-hander scored an unbeaten century in the third and final ODI against Afghanistan on Saturday, June 20, his second hundred in just six ODI appearances. His omission comes as selectors have recalled several experienced players, increasing competition for top-order spots.

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