India’s Asia Cup 2025 Squad Out Now – Suryakumar Leads, Bumrah Returns, Big Names Dropped

As cricket fans eagerly anticipate the 2025 Asia Cup, India’s official squad announcement has already ignited excitement and sparked debate. Announced on August 19, the 15-member squad sees Suryakumar Yadav at the helm, with a healthy blend of experience and emerging talent ready to represent the nation in a capital-intensive contest.

The much‑anticipated India Asia Cup 2025 Squad has been unveiled, setting the stage for another high-voltage tournament in the UAE. With Suryakumar Yadav retaining his post as T20I captain, Jasprit Bumrah making a return to bolster the pace attack, and several surprise omissions including Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shreyas Iyer, the squad reflects a mix of experience, form, and strategic intent.

This announcement underscores the BCCI’s vision: balance bold, aggressive batting with steely bowling and versatile all-rounders, all while navigating fitness concerns. The stage is now set for a compelling campaign in the lead-up to the T20 World Cup.

About the Asia Cup

The Asia Cup is a prestigious continental cricket tournament established by the Asian Cricket Council (ACC). It brings together Asia’s cricketing powerhouses in a showcase of limited-overs excellence and regional rivalry. The 17th edition of the Men’s Asia Cup will be played in T20 format from September 9 to 28, 2025, continuing its role as a key build-up to the T20 World Cup.

This year’s competition will feature eight teams—the five ACC full members (India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan), along with UAE, Oman, and Hong Kong, who earned qualification through the 2024 ACC Premier Cup. Matches will unfold across Dubai and Abu Dhabi, with 19 fixtures scheduled across the two cities—11 in Dubai, 8 in Abu Dhabi.

The tournament kicks off on September 9 with Afghanistan facing Hong Kong in Abu Dhabi, and the highly anticipated India vs Pakistan match is set for September 14 in DubaiThe format features a group stage, followed by a Super Four and culminating in a final on September 28. India enters the tournament as the defending champions, having lifted the trophy in 2023.

India Asia Cup 2025 Squad Overview

The 15-member squad announced on 19 August 2025 in Mumbai, led by chief selector Ajit Agarkar, reflects India’s deep bench strength. Here’s the full lineup:

• Captain: Suryakumar Yadav (c)
• Vice-captain: Shubman Gill (vc)
• Batsmen / All-rounders: Sanju Samson (wk), Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Varma, Rinku Singh, Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Jitesh Sharma (wk)
• Pace attack: Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh, Harshit Rana
• Spinners: Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakravarthy

Full squad: Surya Kumar Yadav (C), Shubman Gill (VC), Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Jitesh Sharma (WK), Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakaravarthy, Kuldeep Yadav, Sanju Samson (WK), Harshit Rana, Rinku Singh

Key Highlights & Reactions

• Suryakumar’s fitness: Cleared by BCCI’s Centre of Excellence after sports hernia surgery—a huge relief for the team.
• Bumrah’s comeback: Fitness concerns behind him, Bumrah returns as a vital death-overs weapon.
• Surprises & omissions: Jaiswal and Iyer, despite strong performances, were not in the squad—a decision deemed “unfortunate” due to the strength of competition.
• Balance in composition: The inclusion of emerging hitters (Abhishek, Tilak, Rinku) alongside seasoned players (Hardik, Axar) reveals selectors’ intent to blend youth, experience, and flexibility.
• Standby options: Prasidh Krishna, Washington Sundar, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Riyan Parag, Dhruv Jurel named as reserves

India’s Asia Cup 2025 Matches

India has been placed in Group A, alongside Pakistan, UAE, and Oman in the UAE-hosted blockbuster T20 tournament running from 9 to 28 September 2025

Group Stage Fixtures:

Key Match: The 14 September tie-up vs Pakistan is already the tournament’s marquee: given the fierce rivalry and high stakes, it will capture global eyeballs.

Super Four Stage (from 20 Sep):

India could face Pakistan again, depending on who qualifies, raising the possibility of up to three India–Pakistan clashes in the tournament.

Final:

Scheduled for 28 September 2025 in Dubai

Conclusion

India Asia Cup 2025 Squad announcement—marked by Suryakumar Yadav’s captaincy, Bumrah’s much‑anticipated return, and the baffling omissions of Shreyas Iyer and Yashasvi Jaiswal—sets the tone for a tournament brimming with both promise and controversy. As India gears up for the high‑voltage clash with Pakistan and the ensuing Super Four leg, this squad embodies a bold blend of innovation and experience. Whether this calculated gamble pays off will unfold under the September spotlight. One thing’s clear: the Asia Cup won’t just test skill—it will reveal whether India’s fresh strategy holds firm under pressure.