The Disabled Cricket Council of India (DCCI) has announced India’s participation in the Physical Disabled Cricket Champions Trophy 2025, scheduled to take place in Colombo, Sri Lanka, from January 12 to 21, 2025. This highly anticipated tournament will feature teams from India, England, Sri Lanka and Pakistan, showcasing the incredible skill and resilience of physically challenged cricketers.
To gear up for the competition, the Indian team will undergo a rigorous training camp in Jaipur in the first week of January 2025.
DCCI General Secretary Ravi Chauhan said, “India’s participation in Champions Trophy 2025 is a proud moment for the entire nation. This prestigious tournament in Colombo not only provides a platform for our players to showcase their talent but also highlights the importance of inclusion within sports.
“The DCCI is committed to promoting opportunities for athletes with disabilities and this event is another step towards setting new benchmarks in the world of cricket. I wish all participating teams the best of luck in this tournament.”
Sminu Jindal, Founder-Chairman of Svayam, said, “We are delighted to support Team India in their journey towards the Champions Trophy 2025. This tournament is a testament to the resilience and determination of these outstanding athletes.
“At Svayam, we believe accessibility is a fundamental right, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where talent can thrive without barriers. I wish the Indian team and all participants my best wishes for a successful and inspiring event.”
India’s probable squad for Physically Disabled Champions Trophy 2025
All-rounder: Ravindra Sante, Vikrant Keni, Aakash Patil, Sunny Goyat, Narendra Mangore, Jitendra VN, Majid Magray, Chintu Chaudhary
Wicketkeepers: Yogendra Badoria, Deependra Singh
Bowler: Akhil Reddy (Leg Spinner), Jaswant Singh (Off Spinner), Jayanta Dey, Radhika Prasad, Aamir Hassan, GS Shivshankar
Impact player: Kunal Phanase, Nikhil Manhas, Raju Kannur, Surendra Korwal
Other: Pawan, Mohd. Sadiq
Schedule for Physically Disabled Champions Trophy 2025
January 12: India Men PD v Pakistan Men PD
January 13: India Men PD v England Men PD
January 15: India Men PD v Sri Lanka Men PD
January 16: India Men PD v Pakistan Men PD
January 18: India Men PD v England Men PD
January 19: India Men PD v Sri Lanka Men PD
January 21: Final
