India is gearing up for the Asia Cup 2025 cricket tournament, set to begin on September 10 in the United Arab Emirates. After a six-month break following their last T20 International in February 2025, the Indian cricket team is ready to make a strong comeback with a mix of surprise selections and key changes in the squad.
Key Injury Updates
- Rishabh Pant, the star wicketkeeper-batsman, will miss the Asia Cup due to a foot injury sustained during the fourth India-England Test. This injury also brings uncertainty to his participation in the upcoming West Indies Test matches.
- Jasprit Bumrah has been ruled out of the tournament for workload management reasons, ensuring his fitness for future fixtures.
Notable Returns and Debuts
- Shreyas Iyer is set to return to the squad after an impressive IPL season, adding depth to the middle order.
- Harshit Rana, a promising young pacer, is likely to make his international debut in the Asia Cup, providing fresh bowling options.
Squad Highlights
The spin bowling department will be led by seasoned players Kuldeep Yadav and Varun Chakravarthy, while the batting lineup remains strong with names like KL Rahul, Tilak Varma, and Sanju Samson.
Captaincy Buzz
With Suryakumar Yadav‘s fitness uncertain, there is speculation about who will lead the team:
- Hardik Pandya might take over the captaincy responsibilities.
- Shubman Gill, India’s Test skipper, is also in contention to lead the T20 side.
Upcoming Matches
Fans are particularly excited about the high-profile India vs Pakistan clash scheduled for September 14, which promises to be one of the highlights of the Asia Cup.
This edition of the Asia Cup promises to be a thrilling tournament for cricket lovers worldwide. Stay tuned to Questiqa World News for the latest updates and the official squad announcement.
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