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India.com
09-08-2025
- Sport
- India.com
Who Will Captain India in Asia Cup 2025? Know As Suryakumar Yadav Shares Update Post Surgery
India's T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav has made an encouraging return to batting practice following his lower right abdomen surgery. After undergoing sports hernia surgery in Munich in late June 2025, the 34-year-old has been recovering steadily and was recently seen training at the BCCI's Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru. Sharing a video on Instagram, Suryakumar expressed his excitement: 'Can't wait to be back doing what I love,' signaling progress in his fitness journey. The Asia Cup 2025, scheduled from September 9 to 28 in the UAE, marks a crucial tournament for Suryakumar as the Indian team prepares for a final T20I tune-up ahead of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026. India will start their campaign on September 10 against UAE at Dubai International Cricket Stadium, followed by a high-profile clash with Pakistan on September 14, and then face Oman on September 19 in the group stage. If India reach the top two of their group, they will progress to the Super Fours stage, playing three more matches, with the finals set for September 28. While optimism remains high about Suryakumar's availability, the final call depends on medical clearance closer to the tournament. To focus on his rehabilitation, he withdrew from the Duleep Trophy 2025 and dedicated himself to strength-building, mobility exercises, and regaining match fitness at the NCA Bengaluru. Should he not recover in time, potential stand-in captains include Hardik Pandya, Shubman Gill, or Sanju Samson, but management is confident he will lead the side. Surya's Numbers Suryakumar's impact as a player goes beyond leadership. He has scored 2,598 T20I runs at a strike rate of 167.07, needing just 402 more to become the first player to reach 3,000 T20I runs with a strike rate above 160. He also requires one more century to equal the record of five T20I hundreds held by Rohit Sharma and Glenn Maxwell. Additionally, with 146 sixes, he is close to becoming the fifth player to hit 150 sixes in T20 internationals, possibly achieving this milestone in the Asia Cup opener. Asia Cup 2025 India Match Schedule: September 10: India vs UAE (Dubai International Cricket Stadium) September 14: India vs Pakistan (Dubai) September 19: India vs Oman (Dubai) Super Fours: September 21 to 26 (three matches against top qualifiers) Final: September 28 in UAE All matches will be T20 Internationals. India's Probable Squad for Asia Cup 2025 Openers: Abhishek Sharma Sanju Samson (wk) Yashasvi Jaiswal Middle-Order & Finishers: Suryakumar Yadav Tilak Varma Rinku Singh or Shreyas Iyer Shivam Dube or Riyan Parag Jitesh Sharma (wk) All-rounders: Hardik Pandya Axar Patel Spinners: Varun Chakaravarthy Kuldeep Yadav Pacers: Arshdeep Singh Harshit Rana Jasprit Bumrah (fitness permitting; if unavailable, Prasidh Krishna or Khaleel Ahmed could slot in)
India.com
06-08-2025
- Sport
- India.com
Team India's Probable Squad for Asia Cup 2025: Jasprit Bumrah Out, Shreyas Iyer Returns, Rishabh Pant Doubtful
photoDetails english 2941973 As the Asia Cup 2025 approaches, India's probable squad reveals key developments. Jasprit Bumrah is ruled out due to workload management, while Shreyas Iyer returns after a strong IPL. Rishabh Pant's participation remains doubtful due to injury, and Suryakumar Yadav's fitness could force Hardik Pandya to lead. Young pacer Harshit Rana may debut, with Kuldeep Yadav and Varun Chakravarthy heading the spin attack. India's batting looks solid with KL Rahul, Tilak Varma, and Sanju Samson. Fans await the official squad announcement, with the high-voltage India vs Pakistan clash set for September 14. Updated:Aug 06, 2025, 09:04 AM IST 1. Jasprit Bumrah to Miss Asia Cup 2025 Due to Workload Management 1 / 11 India's pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah has been ruled out of the tournament, a major blow as team management prioritizes his fitness for the ICC T20 World Cup 2026. (Photo Credit - Twitter) 2. Shreyas Iyer Likely to Make Strong Comeback After Stellar IPL Season 2 / 11 Shreyas Iyer is set to return to the T20 squad following an impressive IPL 2025 campaign, making him a reliable option for India's middle-order stability. (Photo Credit - Twitter) 3. Rishabh Pant's Participation Remains Doubtful After Toe Injury 3 / 11 Rishabh Pant suffered a fractured toe vs England and faces a six-week recovery, putting his Asia Cup availability in serious doubt. (Photo Credit - Twitter) 4. Suryakumar Yadav's Fitness Crucial – Hardik Pandya May Lead If He Misses Out 4 / 11 With Suryakumar Yadav still recovering from sports hernia surgery, vice-captain Hardik Pandya could captain the squad if needed. (Photo Credit - Twitter) 5. Harshit Rana in Line for Debut as Mohammed Shami Recovery Continues 5 / 11 With Mohammed Shami still sidelined, young pacer Harshit Rana may receive a maiden national call-up for the Asia Cup. (Photo Credit - Twitter) 6. India's All-Rounder Department Looks Strong With Axar Patel Leading the Pack 6 / 11 Axar Patel is expected to be vice-captain and lead the all-rounders, with Washington Sundar providing crucial support in UAE conditions. (Photo Credit - Twitter) 7. Kuldeep Yadav and Varun Chakravarthy To Spearhead Spin Attack 7 / 11 India is set to go spin-heavy, with Kuldeep and Varun Chakravarthy being the preferred duo in Dubai's slow pitches. (Photo Credit - Twitter) 8. Batting Depth Boosted with Samson, KL Rahul, and Tilak Varma 8 / 11 India's top and middle-order is stacked, with Sanju Samson, KL Rahul, and Tilak Varma all vying for starting spots in the XI. (Photo Credit - Twitter) 9. India vs Pakistan Could Happen Thrice – Group Stage, Super 4s, Final 9 / 11 India has been drawn in Group A with Pakistan, UAE, and Oman, meaning fans might witness three epic IND vs PAK clashes. (Photo Credit - Twitter) 10. Final Squad Announcement Expected Soon as Preparations Intensify 10 / 11 With just weeks to go, fans are watching closely for the official Team India squad announcement, expected before the pre-tournament camp. (Photo Credit - Twitter) 11 / 11
Express Tribune
06-08-2025
- Sport
- Express Tribune
Latif casts doubt over Pakistan's chances against India
Former Pakistan captain Rashid Latif has voiced concerns over Pakistan's ability to challenge India in their much-anticipated Asia Cup 2025 clash on September 14, pointing to recent inconsistent performances and a lack of clarity in team strategy. In an interview with an Indian news agency, Latif reflected on Pakistan's recent defeats against Bangladesh and West Indiesteams they were expected to beathighlighting the daunting task of facing a strong Indian lineup. "Facing India on September 14 will be a major challenge for Pakistan. I just hope the Asia Cup proceeds smoothly without any issues," said Latif, stressing the need for stability in the tournament and the team. The former wicketkeeper batter also offered a candid assessment of the team's current struggles. "Our cricket is inconsistent we lost to Bangladesh and the West Indies in matches we should never have lost," he said. "Our captain may be good, but juggling all three formats isn't easy. We have the talent, but we're not making the right decisions yet." Pakistan's preparations for the Asia Cup have been under scrutiny following a surprise 2-1 T20I series loss to Bangladesh. However, the Men in Green regained some momentum by securing a 2-1 series win against the West Indies. The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) recently unveiled the full schedule for the Men's Asia Cup 2025, set to be hosted in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The tournament, played in the T20 format, will serve as a vital preparatory event for the ICC T20 World Cup 2026, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka next February. Eight teams will participate in the tournament, divided into two groups. Group A features arch-rivals Pakistan and India, along with UAE and Oman. Group B includes Bangladesh, Afghanistan, Sri Lanka, and Hong Kong. The tournament will kick off on September 9 with a curtain-raiser between Afghanistan and Hong Kong. Pakistan will open their campaign against Oman on September 12 before locking horns with India on September 14. Their final group-stage fixture is against hosts UAE on September 17. The top two teams from each group will advance to the Super Four stage, with a potential second clash between Pakistan and India scheduled for September 21. The top two sides from the Super Four will progress to the final, slated to be held on September 28.
Express Tribune
28-07-2025
- Sport
- Express Tribune
Shadab Khan likely to miss Asia Cup 2025 due to injury
Pakistan vice-captain Shadab Khan is unlikely to feature in the upcoming Asia Cup 2025 as he continues to recuperate from a shoulder injury sustained earlier this year. The 26-year-old all-rounder underwent surgery in the United Kingdom earlier in July after aggravating the issue that had already ruled him out of Pakistan's recent T20I assignments against Bangladesh and the ongoing West Indies tour. It is estimated that Shadab will require a minimum of three months to achieve full fitness, making a return before October improbable. This timeframe effectively sidelines him from the Asia Cup, which is set to take place in the United Arab Emirates from September 9 to 28. Read more: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has not yet confirmed any replacement for the T20 vice-captaincy. During the recent series against Bangladesh, no deputy was named in Shadab's absence, and the squad currently touring the Caribbean also lacks a designated second-in-command to stand-in skipper Salman Ali Agha. An official update on Shadab's rehabilitation timeline has yet to be released by the PCB. Meanwhile, the Asian Cricket Council has confirmed the tournament schedule, with Pakistan set to begin their campaign against Oman on September 12. A highly anticipated clash with rivals India is scheduled for September 14 in Dubai. This year's edition of the Asia Cup will be contested in the T20 format, acting as a preparatory event for the ICC T20 World Cup 2026, which will be jointly hosted by India and Sri Lanka. The tournament will feature eight sides split across two groups. Group A includes Pakistan, India, UAE and Oman, while Group B features Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan and Hong Kong. The event will open with Afghanistan facing Hong Kong on September 9, with the final set for September 28. Should Pakistan and India advance to the Super Four stage, a second showdown between the two could potentially happen on September 21.
Int'l Cricket Council
11-07-2025
- Sport
- Int'l Cricket Council
Jersey on the verge of history; beat Scotland in a thriller ICC Men's T20 World Cup Europe Qualifier, 2025
Harrison Carlyon broke Scotland's back early in the first innings to put them on the backfoot by snapping three wickets. Losing half their side for just 43 runs on board, Scotland looked in grave trouble before Matthew Cross held fort with an unbeaten knock to help them finish at 133/7 in their stipulated 20 overs. Jersey were cruising at a point at 81/1 in 11.1 overs with Nick Greenwood leading the chase with a quick 46 off 36 deliveries, before Scotland made a comeback, effecting a mini collapse, courtesy Mark Watt and Chris Greaves. Looking in all sorts of trouble at 110/6 in 16.4 overs, Benjamin Ward kept Jersey in the hunt and brought down the equation to five runs off the final over before getting out off the second delivery, spicing the match up even further. However Jersey crossed the line off the final delivery of the game to pull off a stunning win to keep their ICC T20 World Cup 2026 dreams alive. All eyes will now be on the Netherlands versus Italy game to decide the final two teams to book their flights to India and Sri Lanka next year.
