India’s cricket team is gearing up for the Asia Cup 2025 with notable changes following their recent England tour. The squad reveals some key absences and exciting additions as they prepare for the high-stakes tournament in the UAE.
Major Squad Changes
- Jasprit Bumrah will not participate due to workload management concerns.
- Shreyas Iyer returns to the squad after a strong performance in the IPL season.
- Rishabh Pant’s involvement remains uncertain because of ongoing injury issues.
- Suryakumar Yadav’sHardik Pandya assuming captaincy duties.
New and Returning Players
Young pacer Harshit Rana is expected to make his debut, adding strength to the bowling unit alongside seasoned spinners Kuldeep Yadav and Varun Chakravarthy. The batting lineup boasts a strong core, including KL Rahul, Tilak Varma, and Sanju Samson.
There is also speculation about the return of promising talents Shubman Gill and Yashasvi Jaiswal to the T20 side, potentially adding more depth to the squad.
Upcoming Fixtures and Expectations
The official squad announcement is expected in the third week of August. India will kick off their Asia Cup campaign on September 9 at Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi. One of the most anticipated matches is the group stage clash against Pakistan on September 14.
Fans are eagerly awaiting the final team announcement and are excited about the intense competition ahead. These squad changes reflect the team’s strategic approach to balancing experience, youth, and fitness in pursuit of securing the Asia Cup title.
Stay tuned to Questiqa World News for the latest updates on India’s Asia Cup 2025 squad and tournament progress.
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