Asia Cup 2025: India and Pakistan Announce Squads Ahead of UAE T20I Tournament

 

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The cricketing world is buzzing as the Asia Cup 2025 is set to begin on September 9 in the United Arab Emirates. The high-voltage tournament will run until September 28, featuring eight Asian teams battling for continental glory. Among the first to reveal their squads, India and Pakistan have officially announced their line-ups, setting the stage for one of the most anticipated clashes of the year.

 

 India and Pakistan Announce Squads Ahead of UAE T20I Tournament

India’s Squad for Asia Cup 2025

The Indian selectors have opted for a balanced mix of youth and experience. Rohit Sharma will once again lead the side, with Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, and Hardik Pandya forming the backbone of the batting order. Rising talents like Rinku Singh and Yashasvi Jaiswal also make the cut, adding fresh energy to the squad.

On the bowling front, Jasprit Bumrah will spearhead the pace attack, supported by Mohammed Siraj and Arshdeep Singh, while Kuldeep Yadav and Ravindra Jadeja will handle spin duties. India’s squad looks well-prepared for the conditions in the UAE, with plenty of firepower in both departments.

Pakistan’s Squad for Asia Cup 2025

Pakistan, under the leadership of Babar Azam, has named a strong squad with a focus on consistency. Alongside Babar, Mohammad Rizwan and Fakhar Zaman will be key at the top of the order. The middle order is reinforced by players like Saud Shakeel and Iftikhar Ahmed, providing stability and finishing ability.

The bowling unit remains Pakistan’s biggest strength. Shaheen Afridi will lead the pace battery, with support from Naseem Shah and Haris Rauf. In spin, Shadab Khan and Usama Mir are expected to play vital roles on UAE pitches.

India vs Pakistan Clash Awaits

Whenever India and Pakistan meet, the fixture transcends sport and becomes an emotional spectacle for fans worldwide. With both squads looking formidable, cricket lovers are eagerly awaiting their showdown in the Asia Cup 2025 group stages.

While India and Pakistan have announced their squads, the other participating teams—Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, Nepal, UAE, and Oman—are expected to release their final squads in the coming days. As the countdown to September 9 begins, excitement across Asia is at its peak.

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