The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has named a strong 15-man squad to represent the nation in the Asia Cup 2025, set to take place in the United Arab Emirates from September 9 to 28. Suryakumar Yadav will captain the team, with Shubman Gill returning as vice-captain after a hiatus of more than a year from the T20I format. Impressively, the squad includes 10 players making their debut in the Asia Cup’s T20 tournament.
Group and Key Players
India is placed in Group A alongside Pakistan, UAE, and Oman. The team roster features some notable returns, including star fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah and spinner Kuldeep Yadav. However, there has been considerable discussion around the squad selections due to some surprising omissions.
Controversial Omissions
Among the absentees are talented players Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shreyas Iyer, whose exclusions have fueled debate among fans and experts. Chief selector Ajit Agarkar highlighted that these decisions were influenced by intense internal competition and the overall team strategy.
Wicketkeeping and Injuries
India’s premier wicketkeeper, Rishabh Pant, will be missing due to a fractured foot. Consequently, wicketkeeping responsibilities are expected to be shared by Sanju Samson and Jitesh Sharma.
Official Announcement and Future Outlook
The squad announcement was made following a meeting at the BCCI headquarters in Mumbai, where captain Suryakumar Yadav and Ajit Agarkar spoke to the media. The team is focused on maintaining its strong performance in T20 cricket, with the Asia Cup serving as a crucial step towards defending the T20 World Cup title in 2026.
Stay tuned to Questiqa World News for more updates on the tournament and team developments.
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