Patiala, 20 August (Sports Desk)
Defending champions India have revealed their 15-member squad for the Asia Cup 2025, to be held in the UAE, as they aim to secure a record ninth title.
Squad
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Suryakumar Yadav (Captain)
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Shubman Gill
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Abhishek Sharma
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Tilak Varma
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Hardik Pandya
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Shivam Dube
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Jitesh Sharma
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Axar Patel
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Jasprit Bumrah
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Varun Chakaravarthy
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Arshdeep Singh
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Kuldeep Yadav
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Sanju Samson
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Harshit Rana
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Rinku Singh
Reserves: Prasidh Krishna, Washington Sundar, Riyan Parag, Dhruv Jurel, Yashasvi Jaiswal
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Leadership and Key Returns
Suryakumar Yadav will lead India, bringing his dynamic captaincy to the T20 format. The squad sees the return of Jasprit Bumrah, who last played T20Is in the 2024 T20 World Cup final and was rested for limited-overs cricket due to Test commitments and a Champions Trophy injury. Shubman Gill also returns to the T20I setup after over a year, last featuring against Sri Lanka.
Youthful Batting Core
The batting lineup blends youth and experience, with young stars Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Varma, and Rinku Singh earning spots after standout performances over the past year. They are joined by the seasoned Suryakumar Yadav, ensuring a balanced and explosive batting unit.
Wicket-Keeping Options
Sanju Samson will serve as the primary wicket-keeper, having formed a strong opening partnership with Abhishek Sharma in recent matches. Jitesh Sharma returns as the backup keeper, both players making their T20I comeback after over a year.
All-Round Strength
Hardik Pandya and Axar Patel, pivotal in India’s T20 World Cup and Champions Trophy successes, continue as key all-rounders. Shivam Dube further bolsters the all-round department, adding depth and versatility.
Potent Bowling Attack
Jasprit Bumrah, the 2024 T20 World Cup Player of the Tournament, leads the pace attack alongside Arshdeep Singh, the 2024 ICC Men’s T20I Player of the Year, and Harshit Rana. The spin department is spearheaded by Varun Chakaravarthy, who impressed in the UAE during the Champions Trophy, with Kuldeep Yadav returning to T20Is since the 2024 World Cup final.
Tournament Schedule
The Asia Cup begins on September 9, with India’s campaign starting against the UAE on September 10. Key fixtures include:
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10 September: UAE vs India, Dubai
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14 September: India vs Pakistan, Dubai
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19 September: India vs Oman, Dubai
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Super Fours: 20–26 September, Abu Dhabi and Dubai
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Final: 28 September, Dubai
With a strong mix of returning stars, young talent, and all-round depth, India are poised to dominate as they chase another Asia Cup title.
