The Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2025 is set to be the ultimate battle of the best. India, currently in poor form, will look to regain its impressive performance before facing Australia on their home grounds. The Indian cricket team has already announced its squad for the upcoming series to begin preparations for the crucial five-match series. However, some players will be missed in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy as they will not be part of the team, and their absence could significantly impact the squad.
3 players who will be a major miss in Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2025
Mohammed Shami
With everyone waiting for Mohammed Shami to make a block buster comeback in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, he has been missed from the squad. Shami has not recovered fully form his injuries nd still in the recovery mood. The Indian captain Rohit Sharma said in the press conference that they do not want ‘undercooked’ Shami to bowl in the series. however, there are reports that he could join the team in later stage of thier series.
Shami has played eight matches in Australia and took 31 wickets with an average of 32.16. Shami was instrumental in India’s historic Test series victory in Australia during the 2018/19 season, taking 16 wickets across four matches with an average of 26.18.
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Kuldeep Yadav
Kuldeep Yadav has also been left out of the squad as he was unavailable for selection due to long-term treatment for a chronic left groin issue at the BCCI Centre of Excellence. Kuldeep would have been a key bowler, as his finger spin would have been advantageous on the pitches in Australia. Additionally, he has a strong record against the Australians, having taken nine wickets in just two matches.
Mayank Yadav
Mayank Yadav could have made a significant impact with his speed on the Australian pitches. However, reports suggest that he also missed the opportunity due to an injury. The right-arm pacer would have posed a challenge for the Australian batsmen at home, but India will have to wait for the young bowler to fully recover.
