The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced the 15-man squad for the Asia Cup 2025, which is set to be held in the United Arab Emirates from September 9 to 28. The Indian team will be captained by Suryakumar Yadav, with Shubman Gill appointed as the vice-captain.
Squad Composition
The selected squad is a blend of veteran players and fresh talent. Some notable inclusions and exclusions are:
- Included: Jasprit Bumrah, Kuldeep Yadav
- Excluded: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shreyas Iyer
- Injury: Rishabh Pant has been ruled out due to a foot injury
With Pant sidelined, Sanju Samson is set to take the role of the primary wicketkeeper for the tournament.
Team Group and Tournament Outlook
India has been placed in Group A, alongside Pakistan, UAE, and Oman in this T20 format competition. The team aims to build upon its recent strong performances in the shortest format, especially noted since the 2024 T20 World Cup.
This tournament also marks the beginning of preparations for the 2026 T20 World Cup, making it a critical event for team strategy and player form assessment.
Squad Selection Process
The squad announcement followed a high-profile selection meeting held in Mumbai. The Indian captain and chief selector, Ajit Agarkar, addressed the media to explain that selections were primarily based on current player form and maintaining team balance.
Fans across the nation are eagerly looking forward to India’s performance in this prestigious regional cricket event. Stay tuned to Questiqa World News for ongoing updates and detailed coverage.
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