The Ajit Agarkar-led selection committee has named India’s 15-member squad for the Asia Cup 2025. Suryakumar Yadav will lead the team, with Shubman Gill as his deputy. India will defend their title in the tournament, which begins next month in the UAE.
The squad includes a mix of youth and experience. Hardik Pandya and SHivam Dube provide all-round depth, while Abhishek Sharma and Tilak Varma bolster the batting. The pace attack will be led by Harshit Rana, Arshdeep Singh, and Jasprit Bumrah. Axar Patel provides balance, while Kuldeep Yadav and Varun Chakaravarthy offer spin alternatives.
Tournament Schedule and Venue Shift
India are placed in Group A alongside UAE, Pakistan, and Oman. They begin their campaign on September 10 against UAE in Dubai. A high-voltage clash with Pakistan follows on September 13 at the same venue. Their last group match is against Oman on September 19 in Abu Dhabi.
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The top teams will then move to the Super Four stage, and the final is set for September 28.
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The Asia Cup was originally planned in India but was shifted to UAE due to diplomatic tensions between India and Pakistan. The tournament will be played in the T20 format, making it a key preparation ground ahead of future ICC events.
India’s Full Squad
Suryakumar Yadav (captain), Shubman Gill (vice-captain), Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Jitesh Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah, Varun Chakaravarthy, Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav, Sanju Samson, Harshit Rana.
