6 Players OUT Shubman Gill IN? Complete List Of Changes In Team India For Asia Cup 2025
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced India’s 15-member squad for the Asia Cup 2025, which will be played in Dubai and Abu Dhabi from September 9 to 28, 2025. The squad was revealed by India’s chief selector Ajit Agarkar in a press conference held in Mumbai on Tuesday, August 19.
The announcement brought several surprises for Indian cricket fans. While Suryakumar Yadav was confirmed as India’s captain, Shubman Gill made a strong return as vice-captain after missing T20I action for more than a year. On the other hand, as many as six players were dropped from the squad, making way for experienced campaigners and consistent performers. 6 Players OUT Shubman Gill IN
Let’s take a closer look at the biggest changes in India’s squad for Asia Cup 2025.
Captain and Vice-Captain: SKY & Gill
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Suryakumar Yadav will captain India in Asia Cup 2025.
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Shubman Gill has been named his deputy. 6 Players OUT Shubman Gill IN
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This marks Gill’s comeback after he last played a T20I on July 30, 2024 vs Sri Lanka in Pallekele.
The selectors have shown faith in Gill’s leadership abilities, making him the clear choice as the next-generation leader. 6 Players OUT Shubman Gill IN
Key Players Returning To India’s T20I Squad
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Jasprit Bumrah
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Returns after more than a year.
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Last T20I appearance: June 29, 2024 vs South Africa.
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Will lead India’s pace attack in the Asia Cup 2025.
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Kuldeep Yadav
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Also making a comeback.
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Last played in the 2024 T20 World Cup final on June 29, 2024.
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Adds variety to India’s spin department.
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Jitesh Sharma
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Wicketkeeper-batter back in the squad.
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Last T20I: January 14, 2024 vs Afghanistan in Indore.
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His finishing skills in the lower order make him a valuable addition.
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Shubman Gill
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Back after 12 months.
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Will not just be vice-captain but also strengthen India’s top order.
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Players Dropped From Asia Cup 2025 Squad
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Mohammed Shami – Led the pace attack in England T20Is but excluded this time.
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Ravi Bishnoi – Played all five T20Is against England but dropped after poor IPL 2025 form.
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Washington Sundar – Played 2 T20Is vs England; named in standbys, not in main squad.
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Dhruv Jurel – Featured in England T20Is but missed out on Asia Cup 2025.
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& 6. Two other fringe players from the England series were not considered, making way for senior pros.
India’s Squad For Asia Cup 2025
Main Squad (15 players):
Suryakumar Yadav (Captain), Shubman Gill (Vice-Captain), Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Rinku Singh, Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Jitesh Sharma (WK), Jasprit Bumrah, Kuldeep Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal, Arshdeep Singh, Axar Patel, Ruturaj Gaikwad, Avesh Khan. 6 Players OUT Shubman Gill IN
Standby Players:
Washington Sundar, Dhruv Jurel, Ravi Bishnoi, Tilak Varma, Umran Malik.
Group & Tournament Details
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India are placed in Group A with Pakistan, UAE, and Oman.
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Asia Cup 2025 will have 8 teams.
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Matches will be played in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
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India’s first match: September 10, 2025, vs UAE in Dubai.
What This Means For Team India
The selection shows a mix of experience and youth. With Bumrah, Kuldeep, and SKY providing stability, India’s squad looks balanced. Gill’s return gives the batting order more depth, while Jitesh Sharma strengthens the finishing role. 6 Players OUT Shubman Gill IN
The dropping of players like Shami, Bishnoi, and Sundar indicates that the selectors are looking at long-term consistency ahead of the 2026 T20 World Cup. 6 Players OUT Shubman Gill IN
India’s Asia Cup 2025 squad reflects a clear strategy from the selectors – banking on experience while preparing young leaders like Shubman Gill for the future. With Suryakumar Yadav as captain, Gill as vice-captain, and the return of big names like Bumrah and Kuldeep, India looks set for a strong campaign. 6 Players OUT Shubman Gill IN
The Asia Cup 2025 will also serve as a key preparation ground for the T20 World Cup 2026, making every match crucial for India.
