Team India Probable Squad For Asia Cup 2025: Who Will Ajit Agarkar, Gautam Gambhir & Suryakumar Yadav Back?

After a stunning IPL 2025 for Punjab Kings, Shreyas Iyer is likely to return as a reliable No. 3, offering spin-hitting ability crucial for UAE’s slow pitches.

Fresh off RCB’s maiden IPL title, Jitesh Sharma is tipped to replace Dhruv Jurel, adding finishing power in the lower-middle order alongside Sanju Samson.

With Mohammed Shami ruled out, selectors face a big call—bring back Jasprit Bumrah or back in-form Prasidh Krishna, IPL 2025’s Purple Cap winner.

Abhishek Sharma’s 279 runs vs England, including a 54-ball 135, cement his place as India’s first-choice opener heading into the Asia Cup.

While Sanju Samson has produced centuries against South Africa and Bangladesh, recent struggles against pace could open doors for Shubman Gill or Yashasvi Jaiswal.

Tilak Varma’s consistency meets Iyer’s IPL fireworks, making the No. 3 slot one of India’s most hotly debated selection battles before Asia Cup 2025.

Varun Chakravarthy’s 14 wickets in 5 games vs England reignited debate over India’s spin attack balance alongside Kuldeep Yadav in UAE conditions.

With Arshdeep Singh and Bumrah automatic picks, the third pacer’s role is a toss-up between Prasidh Krishna and rising star Harshit Rana.

Despite his fan-favorite status, Rinku Singh could miss out if selectors prioritize multi-dimensional all-rounders like Shivam Dube, Riyan Parag, or Washington Sundar.

Beyond the Asia Cup, Ajit Agarkar and Gambhir are shaping a core squad for the 2026 T20 World Cup, making every selection call part of a bigger blueprint.