The wait is almost over. The India squad for Asia Cup 2025 will be announced today at 1:30 PM IST by chief selector Ajit Agarkar. Cricket fans can watch the press conference live on Star Sports 1 and stream it on JioHotstar.
This squad reveal is not just about the Asia Cup. It will also give a clear roadmap for the T20 World Cup 2026, making it one of the most anticipated announcements of the year.
India Squad for Asia Cup 2025: The Certainties
Several names are almost guaranteed in the Asia Cup squad because of their current form and importance to team balance. These players form the core of India’s T20 setup:
1.Suryakumar Yadav (Captain)
2. Abhishek Sharma
3. Sanju Samson (Wicketkeeper)
4.Tilak Varma
5.Hardik Pandya
6. Axar Patel
7. Jasprit Bumrah
8.Varun Chakravarthy
9.Arshdeep Singh
This group ensures India have strong batting power, pace spearheads, spin options, and all-round depth.
Likely Picks in Asia Cup 2025 Team
Beyond the certainties, a few names are considered probable selections:
1.Washington Sundar – spin-bowling all-rounder who adds batting balance.
2. Harshit Rana – rising fast bowler who brings aggression and raw pace.
3. Shivam Dube – middle-order hitter and handy medium-pace option.
These players strengthen the team but still face competition from others pushing for a spot.
Key Selection Battles
The Asia Cup 2025 squad will also settle some hot debates among fans and experts.
- Yashasvi Jaiswal vs Shubman Gill
Only one may fit as opener with Abhishek Sharma already locked in.
Gill: consistent, reliable, experienced.
Jaiswal: fearless left-hander who can take down powerplays.
2. Dhruv Jurel vs Jitesh Sharma
With Samson certain as the main keeper, the fight is for the backup role.
Jurel: calm finisher, good under pressure.
Jitesh: explosive striker, perfect for slog overs.
3.Washington Sundar vs Riyan Parag
Both offer spin and batting, but the roles differ.
Washington: safe, steady, proven at international level.
Parag: aggressive youngster with a breakthrough domestic season.
4. Kuldeep Yadav vs Ravi Bishnoi
Varun Chakravarthy is in, but who joins him as the second wrist-spinner?
Kuldeep: experienced, effective in middle overs.
Bishnoi: quick, attacking, brilliant in the field.
Squad Size: 15 or 17 Players?
ACC Rules (Asia Cup): Teams can pick up to 17 players.
ICC Rules (World Cup): Only 15 players allowed.
If India select 17, more youngsters like Parag, Rinku, or Bishnoi may get opportunities.
If it’s trimmed to 15, selectors will have to make tough calls — and tomorrow’s announcement will give the clearest signal of India’s World Cup 2026 blueprint.
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