Asia Cup 2025 India Squad, Schedule & Team Updates

Introduction: India’s Road to Asia Cup Glory in 2025

With the Asia Cup 2025 just around the corner, cricket fans across the continent are buzzing with excitement. This year’s edition is extra special, as it serves as a final battleground before the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Team India’s squad has finally been announced — and it’s a blend of experienced match-winners like Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Jasprit Bumrah, alongside rising stars such as Abhishek Sharma and Jitesh Sharma.

So if you’ve been searching for India Asia Cup 2025 squad selection, full players list, and match schedule, you’re in the right place. Let’s dive into the official details!

✅ India Squad for Asia Cup 2025

Here’s the officially announced team India squad for the Asia Cup 2025 (ODI/T20 format depending on hosting conditions):

Full Squad List

• Rohit Sharma (Captain)

• Virat Kohli

• Shubman Gill

• Shreyas Iyer

• Suryakumar Yadav (SKY)

• KL Rahul (WK)

• Rishabh Pant (WK)

• Hardik Pandya (Vice-Captain)

• Ravindra Jadeja

• Axar Patel

• Kuldeep Yadav

• Mohammed Shami

• Jasprit Bumrah

• Mohammed Siraj

• Abhishek Sharma

• Jitesh Sharma (WK)

(Standby: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sanju Samson, Washington Sundar)

📅 Asia Cup 2025 Schedule — Key India Matches

Match	Date	Venue
India vs Pakistan	Aug 29, 2025	Colombo, Sri Lanka
India vs Bangladesh	Sept 2, 2025	Colombo, Sri Lanka
Super 4 (if qualified)	Sept 6-10, 2025	TBD
Final	Sept 14, 2025	Colombo, Sri Lanka

Note: The schedule may vary slightly depending on rain-affected matches and reserve days.

🔑 Key Players to Watch in Asia Cup 2025

⭐ Shreyas Iyer – India’s Middle-Order Maestro

Fresh from a strong run in domestic cricket, Iyer’s ability to anchor innings in crunch situations makes him a game-changer in slow Asian conditions.

🔥 Suryakumar Yadav (SKY) – The 360° Batter

Known for his fearless stroke play, SKY could be India’s X-factor in the middle overs, especially against Pakistan’s pace unit.

✨ Abhishek Sharma – The Rising Opener

After his IPL heroics, Abhishek Sharma’s inclusion provides India with a left-hand/right-hand balance up top, giving selectors an aggressive alternative to Gill.

⚡ Jitesh Sharma – The Finisher & Backup WK

With his explosive batting style, Jitesh offers India a late-order power hitter, valuable in both ODIs and T20s.

📌 Why This Squad Matters for Indian Cricket

• Balance of youth & experience — Rohit & Kohli mentor youngsters like Abhishek.

• Multiple wicketkeeping options — KL Rahul, Pant, and Jitesh ensure flexibility.

• Bowling depth — Bumrah, Shami, and Kuldeep cover pace-spin balance.

• Preparation for ICC tournaments — Asia Cup acts as a real test before global events.

For more insights on India’s cricket journey, you can explore similar guides on abhinandps.com.

❓ Asia Cup 2025 FAQs

Q1. Who is India’s Captain for Asia Cup 2025?✔ Rohit Sharma leads the side, with Hardik Pandya as vice-captain.

Q2. Has Shreyas Iyer made a comeback to the Asia Cup squad?✔ Yes. Iyer returns as a vital middle-order batter after recovering from injury concerns.

Q3. Will Abhishek Sharma play in Asia Cup 2025?✔ Yes. The young all-rounder has been included to strengthen the opening slot and bowling options.

Q4. Who are India’s wicketkeepers for Asia Cup 2025?✔ KL Rahul, Rishabh Pant, and Jitesh Sharma are the chosen wicketkeeping options.

Final Takeaway

The India Asia Cup 2025 squad reflects a strategic mix of veterans and fresh faces, perfectly aligned for subcontinental conditions. With heavyweight clashes like India vs Pakistan, fans can expect thrillers and possibly new stars emerging for the future of Indian cricket.

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