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The 2025 Asia Cup is less than three weeks away, with the Indian Team squad selection announcement for the continental tournament just around the corner. With the BCCI men’s selection committee having too much on its shelf to cater to, including taking some bold yet harsh calls, the latest reports suggest that chief selector Ajit Agarkar is willing to welcome Shreyas Iyer into the side. The UAE will host the eight-team tournament, to be played in the T20 format, starting September 9, with arch-rivals India and Pakistan facing off in the marquee clash on September 14 in Dubai. Meanwhile, the opening duo of Shubman Gill and Yashasvi Jaiswal might face the axe.&nbsp;As Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma are expected to retain their places, with Suryakumar Yadav also confirmed to have cleared the fitness test, India’s top order looks settled.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/i-showed-him-who-the-real-pathan-is-irfan-recalls-ugly-rivalry-with-shahid-afridi-ex-pakistan-spinner-danish-kaneria-backs-indian-quick-1755447969502">‘I showed him who the real Pathan is’ – Irfan recalls ‘ugly rivalry’ with Afridi; ex-PAK spinner backs Indian quick</a> &nbsp;A report in Sportstar claims that the selection committee might take a bold step and drop the two biggest names in Indian cricket right now (Gill and Jaiswal) from the 2025 Asia Cup squad, with Agarkar likely to retain the core group that succeeded under Gautam Gambhir’s coaching in the T20Is lately.&nbsp; &nbsp;Besides, considering that the Asia Cup ends on September 28 and the first Test against West Indies begins just days later on October 2, the selectors wish to keep their best batters fresh for the home season. &nbsp;The same report, however, also states that Iyer and Jitesh Sharma could return to the T20I side for the Asia Cup. While Iyer’s credentials need no introductions, having succeeded with two different IPL teams in consecutive years, Jitesh’s T20 game scaled with RCB the past season, impressing everyone.<h3>Why Iyer and not Gill or Jaiswal? &nbsp;</h3>While Gill and Jaiswal are fighting for the places already booked by two superb T20 performers, Samson and Abhishek Sharma, and understandably so if they miss out, Iyer’s selection is not just based on his reputation. &nbsp;Per that report, the selectors want an experienced middle order, with Iyer’s presence fitting the whole idea. Given how instrumental he was during India’s Champions Trophy triumph (in the UAE) early this year, his experience would benefit the Indian Team.&nbsp; &nbsp;Now, if Iyer gets a recall, either Shivam Dube or Rinku Singh could make way for him, with Tilak Varma also expected to retain his place in the side.&nbsp; &nbsp;Meanwhile, India is placed alongside Pakistan, Oman and the UAE in Group A.

As Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma are expected to retain their places, with Suryakumar Yadav also confirmed to have cleared the fitness test, India’s top order looks settled.

The 2025 Asia Cup is less than three weeks away, with the Indian Team squad selection announcement for the continental tournament just around the corner. With the BCCI men’s selection committee having too much on its shelf to cater to, including taking some bold yet harsh calls, the latest reports suggest that chief selector Ajit Agarkar is willing to welcome Shreyas Iyer into the side. The UAE will host the eight-team tournament, to be played in the T20 format, starting September 9, with arch-rivals India and Pakistan facing off in the marquee clash on September 14 in Dubai. Meanwhile, the opening duo of Shubman Gill and Yashasvi Jaiswal might face the axe. As Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma are expected to retain their places, with Suryakumar Yadav also confirmed to have cleared the fitness test, India’s top order looks settled. Also read | ‘I showed him who the real Pathan is’ – Irfan recalls ‘ugly rivalry’ with Afridi; ex-PAK spinner backs Indian quick A report in Sportstar claims that the selection committee might take a bold step and drop the two biggest names in Indian cricket right now (Gill and Jaiswal) from the 2025 Asia Cup squad, with Agarkar likely to retain the core group that succeeded under Gautam Gambhir’s coaching in the T20Is lately. Besides, considering that the Asia Cup ends on September 28 and the first Test against West Indies begins just days later on October 2, the selectors wish to keep their best batters fresh for the home season. The same report, however, also states that Iyer and Jitesh Sharma could return to the T20I side for the Asia Cup. While Iyer’s credentials need no introductions, having succeeded with two different IPL teams in consecutive years, Jitesh’s T20 game scaled with RCB the past season, impressing everyone. Why Iyer and not Gill or Jaiswal? While Gill and Jaiswal are fighting for the places already booked by two superb T20 performers, Samson and Abhishek Sharma, and understandably so if they miss out, Iyer’s selection is not just based on his reputation. Per that report, the selectors want an experienced middle order, with Iyer’s presence fitting the whole idea. Given how instrumental he was during India’s Champions Trophy triumph (in the UAE) early this year, his experience would benefit the Indian Team. Now, if Iyer gets a recall, either Shivam Dube or Rinku Singh could make way for him, with Tilak Varma also expected to retain his place in the side. Meanwhile, India is placed alongside Pakistan, Oman and the UAE in Group A.

As Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma are expected to retain their places, with Suryakumar Yadav also confirmed to have cleared the fitness test, India’s top order looks settled.

BCCI chief selector Agarkar to reward Shreyas Iyer with Asia Cup call-up; Gill, Jaiswal out of selection race – Report

India’s Irfan Pathan and Pakistan’s Shahid Afridi were never the best of mates, and their rivalry dates back almost two decades, when the Indian seamer first emerged on the international scene. Pathan tasted enormous success against Afridi, dismissing him 11 times across formats, including on a golden duck in the T20 WC Final in 2007. Recalling several instances of the past (against Shahid), Irfan revealed one occasion that turned things bitter between the two. However, what spiced things up was one of Afridi’s former teammates, Danish Kaneria’s approval of Irfan’s impression of the ex-Pakistan captain.&nbsp;During his recent interview on Lallantop, Pathan called out Afridi for resorting to personal attacks, revealing an instance when Afridi mocked his (Pathan’s) identity during an interview, instigating him to let his bowling do all the talking on the field.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/sanjay-manjrekar-gets-heat-for-jasprit-bumrah-remarks-aakash-chopra-fears-worst-says-don-t-push-him-towards-early-retirement-1755443386006">Manjrekar gets heat for Bumrah remarks; Chopra fears worst, says 'Don't push him towards...'</a> &nbsp;“Afridi had said, ‘I am the real Pathan, he is a fake Pathan’. I said, “You are a rude person. I thought you were only talking about me, but you're also talking about my father,” Pathan revealed. “So whenever I had the ball in hand, I made sure I dismissed him. I have shown him 11 times who the real Pathan is — in big moments, in series deciders, and in the World Cup final.” &nbsp;Not only this, but Pathan also shared a mid-air instance (during India’s 2006 tour of Pakistan) when Afridi tried being cheeky with him. &nbsp;“Afridi came and placed his hand on my head, messing up my hair. He asked me, ‘How are you, kid?’ I said, ‘Since when have you become my father?’… Later, I told him, ‘He has eaten dog meat, he has been barking for a long time.’ After that, he couldn’t reply,” Pathan revealed.&nbsp; &nbsp;“On the field, my performances were the perfect answer. I showed him who the real Pathan is,” the former Indian pacer added.<h3>Kaneria backs Irfan &nbsp;</h3>Often known to speak his mind, former Pakistan spinner and Afridi’s ex-teammate Kaneria backed Pathan’s impression of Shahid. Taking to his social media handle (X), Kaneria reposted the interview’s clip and wrote, Irfan @IrfanPathan bhai, you’re absolutely right. He always resorts to personal attacks, be it on someone’s family or their religion. Class and decency clearly aren’t his strengths.”&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Irfan <a href="https://twitter.com/IrfanPathan?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@IrfanPathan</a> bhai, you’re absolutely right. He always resorts to personal attacks—be it on someone’s family or their religion. Class and decency clearly aren’t his strengths.<a href="https://t.co/nWOEA3vz49">pic.twitter.com/nWOEA3vz49</a>&mdash; Danish Kaneria (@DanishKaneria61) <a href="https://twitter.com/DanishKaneria61/status/1957060350697955584?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 17, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Meanwhile, despite escalating tensions between India and Pakistan over recent happenings, the arch-rivals are placed in the same group (Group A) in the continental tournament, starting September 9 in the UAE. India and Pakistan will face off on Sunday (Sep 14) in Dubai.

Recalling several instances of the past (against Shahid), Irfan revealed one occasion that turned things bitter between the two.

India’s Irfan Pathan and Pakistan’s Shahid Afridi were never the best of mates, and their rivalry dates back almost two decades, when the Indian seamer first emerged on the international scene. Pathan tasted enormous success against Afridi, dismissing him 11 times across formats, including on a golden duck in the T20 WC Final in 2007. Recalling several instances of the past (against Shahid), Irfan revealed one occasion that turned things bitter between the two. However, what spiced things up was one of Afridi’s former teammates, Danish Kaneria’s approval of Irfan’s impression of the ex-Pakistan captain. During his recent interview on Lallantop, Pathan called out Afridi for resorting to personal attacks, revealing an instance when Afridi mocked his (Pathan’s) identity during an interview, instigating him to let his bowling do all the talking on the field. Also read | Manjrekar gets heat for Bumrah remarks; Chopra fears worst, says 'Don't push him towards...' “Afridi had said, ‘I am the real Pathan, he is a fake Pathan’. I said, “You are a rude person. I thought you were only talking about me, but you're also talking about my father,” Pathan revealed. “So whenever I had the ball in hand, I made sure I dismissed him. I have shown him 11 times who the real Pathan is — in big moments, in series deciders, and in the World Cup final.” Not only this, but Pathan also shared a mid-air instance (during India’s 2006 tour of Pakistan) when Afridi tried being cheeky with him. “Afridi came and placed his hand on my head, messing up my hair. He asked me, ‘How are you, kid?’ I said, ‘Since when have you become my father?’… Later, I told him, ‘He has eaten dog meat, he has been barking for a long time.’ After that, he couldn’t reply,” Pathan revealed. “On the field, my performances were the perfect answer. I showed him who the real Pathan is,” the former Indian pacer added. Kaneria backs Irfan Often known to speak his mind, former Pakistan spinner and Afridi’s ex-teammate Kaneria backed Pathan’s impression of Shahid. Taking to his social media handle (X), Kaneria reposted the interview’s clip and wrote, Irfan @IrfanPathan bhai, you’re absolutely right. He always resorts to personal attacks, be it on someone’s family or their religion. Class and decency clearly aren’t his strengths.”

Recalling several instances of the past (against Shahid), Irfan revealed one occasion that turned things bitter between the two.

‘I showed him who the real Pathan is’ – Irfan recalls ‘ugly rivalry’ with Afridi; ex-PAK spinner backs Indian quick

Just a day after former cricketer-turned-broadcaster <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/indian-cricket-must-not-adjust-for-jasprit-bumrah-sanjay-manjrekar-bold-claim-on-team-india-frontline-quick-1755360673213">Sanjay Manjrekar commented on ace quick Jasprit Bumrah’s workload management</a>, saying how he, and not the Indian Cricket, must be the one adjusting to the cramped cricket calendar, his commentary box mate Aakash Chopra and former India coach John Wright jumped to Bumrah’s support. While Wright took to social media to comment on the matter, arguing Manjrekar missed the point in Bumrah’s case, Chopra feared the worst, saying such remarks could lead to Bumrah's abrupt selection across formats, which could push him towards a potential early retirement.&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Sanjay Manjrekar misses the point . Although cricket is obviously a team sport, Indians are a nation that idolise their greats . Needed rotation of workloads comes because of the dense cricket calendar for multi format players . Time for the players to make big choices…&mdash; John Wright (@johnwright15) <a href="https://twitter.com/johnwright15/status/1956955330501337322?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 17, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

"Indian cricket must not adjust for Bumrah, Bumrah must. That is, if he wants to. By making some tough choices or working even harder on his fitness, this fitness bar can be raised to whatever levels one wants, like all fast bowling greats have done before him," Manjrekar wrote in his column for the Hindustan Times. &nbsp;Bumrah’s workload management came to the limelight after he failed to feature in all Tests on the recently concluded UK tour, playing three of the five matches, as also suggested by the NCA and team doctors, considering his persistent back injuries. Though he (expectedly) excelled in his brief outings, picking 14 wickets across six innings and breaking multiple records alongside, he failed to help India win any game he played in. The visitors, however, won only those two matches where he didn’t feature, with the remaining quicks faring better in his absence. &nbsp;While Manjrekar picked up the same point, saying if a fast bowler (Bumrah here) is not 100% fit and available for selection for all matches (on an away tour), he shall not be leading the pace attack, Chopra admits accepting Bumrah’s case, for what he brings to the table (if he is 100%) and if that means that the team must rest or rotate him, so be it. &nbsp;"I will be honest, I don't think he will play all the Test matches. He is going to pick and choose. Whether it's right or wrong, it's not a moral or ethical debate, is what I think. If you have a player of that level available, play him whenever he can," Chopra said on his YouTube channel.&nbsp; &nbsp;"There is no bowler like Bumrah. Don't push him forcibly towards early retirement because he is 24-carat pure gold. He is the Kohinoor diamond. The longer he plays, the better it is. I don't think he will play too much Test cricket, but for however long he plays, I would say hold onto it," he continued. &nbsp;Meanwhile, Bumrah, who missed the final Test against England at the Oval due to niggle, is said to have made himself available for selection for the forthcoming 2025 Asia Cup.

The NCA and team doctors advised the Indian management against playing Bumrah in all matches (on away tours), protecting him from recurring back injuries.

Just a day after former cricketer-turned-broadcaster Sanjay Manjrekar commented on ace quick Jasprit Bumrah’s workload management, saying how he, and not the Indian Cricket, must be the one adjusting to the cramped cricket calendar, his commentary box mate Aakash Chopra and former India coach John Wright jumped to Bumrah’s support. While Wright took to social media to comment on the matter, arguing Manjrekar missed the point in Bumrah’s case, Chopra feared the worst, saying such remarks could lead to Bumrah's abrupt selection across formats, which could push him towards a potential early retirement.

The NCA and team doctors advised the Indian management against playing Bumrah in all matches (on away tours), protecting him from recurring back injuries.

Manjrekar gets heat for Bumrah remarks; Chopra fears worst, says 'Don't push him towards...'

The BCCI men’s selection committee is due to meet in Mumbai early next week to pick the squad for the 2025 Asia Cup, to be played in the T20 format. With the UAE hosting this eight-team tournament (September 9-28), the selectors and Suryakumar Yadav, the T20I captain, who will also be present during the meeting, will finalise those excelling in the shortest format. While all-format batter Shubman Gill’s name is popping up among the hot favourites, even ahead of attacking opener Yashasvi Jaiswal, there is another name – KL Rahul, who is also running for a place in the Asia Cup squad.&nbsp;However, former cricketer-turned-broadcaster Aakash Chopra has his reservations around Rahul’s selection, saying that although his IPL numbers are brilliant, it’s his mindset and inconsistent approach which is holding him back from going all out for a place in the T20I side.&nbsp; &nbsp;“He is a good player. If you see his IPL numbers, they are outstanding. In the recent past, no player has been a 600-run bank like him. However, a reputation has developed that he plays very slow at times. If something is stopping him, it’s his own mindset. Sometimes his legs are shackled, and when the mindset is right, he flies with wings,” Chopra said of Rahul’s weaknesses in the shortest format.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/pakistan-selector-aaqib-javed-warns-india-ahead-of-asia-cup-tie-says-this-team-has-ability-to-beat-1755433936874">Pakistan selector warns India ahead of Asia Cup tie, says ‘This team has ability to beat…’</a> &nbsp;While he praised Rahul for some of his extraordinary strokeplay against the best of bowlers, including Jasprit Bumrah (in the IPL before), Chopra also pointed out that Rahul faces a stiff test for an opener’s slot in the Asia Cup squad, with several regular starters already ahead of him in the pecking order. &nbsp;“I remember a shot when he hit Bumrah for a six over cover, and I was like, wow. However, then you also get knocks when you feel he should hit, but he thinks differently,” Chopra said while lauding Rahul.&nbsp; &nbsp;“He cannot play as an opener because the opening story has ended for now. Sanju Samson is there with Abhishek Sharma, Yashasvi Jaiswal is behind them, and Shubman Gill is also in line; four people are standing,” the former Indian batter opined on Rahul’s chances of breaking into the top order in the Asia Cup squad. &nbsp;However, in another scenario, Rahul could play as a spare keeper-batter; with Jitesh Sharma, Dhruv Jurel, and Ishan Kishan ahead of him, it makes it challenging for the selectors to fit him in the T20I squad for the 2025 Asia Cup.

While all-format batter Shubman Gill’s name is popping up among the hot favourites, even ahead of attacking opener Yashasvi Jaiswal, there is another name – KL Rahul, who is also running for a place in the Asia Cup squad.

The BCCI men’s selection committee is due to meet in Mumbai early next week to pick the squad for the 2025 Asia Cup, to be played in the T20 format. With the UAE hosting this eight-team tournament (September 9-28), the selectors and Suryakumar Yadav, the T20I captain, who will also be present during the meeting, will finalise those excelling in the shortest format. While all-format batter Shubman Gill’s name is popping up among the hot favourites, even ahead of attacking opener Yashasvi Jaiswal, there is another name – KL Rahul, who is also running for a place in the Asia Cup squad. However, former cricketer-turned-broadcaster Aakash Chopra has his reservations around Rahul’s selection, saying that although his IPL numbers are brilliant, it’s his mindset and inconsistent approach which is holding him back from going all out for a place in the T20I side. “He is a good player. If you see his IPL numbers, they are outstanding. In the recent past, no player has been a 600-run bank like him. However, a reputation has developed that he plays very slow at times. If something is stopping him, it’s his own mindset. Sometimes his legs are shackled, and when the mindset is right, he flies with wings,” Chopra said of Rahul’s weaknesses in the shortest format. Also read | Pakistan selector warns India ahead of Asia Cup tie, says ‘This team has ability to beat…’ While he praised Rahul for some of his extraordinary strokeplay against the best of bowlers, including Jasprit Bumrah (in the IPL before), Chopra also pointed out that Rahul faces a stiff test for an opener’s slot in the Asia Cup squad, with several regular starters already ahead of him in the pecking order. “I remember a shot when he hit Bumrah for a six over cover, and I was like, wow. However, then you also get knocks when you feel he should hit, but he thinks differently,” Chopra said while lauding Rahul. “He cannot play as an opener because the opening story has ended for now. Sanju Samson is there with Abhishek Sharma, Yashasvi Jaiswal is behind them, and Shubman Gill is also in line; four people are standing,” the former Indian batter opined on Rahul’s chances of breaking into the top order in the Asia Cup squad. However, in another scenario, Rahul could play as a spare keeper-batter; with Jitesh Sharma, Dhruv Jurel, and Ishan Kishan ahead of him, it makes it challenging for the selectors to fit him in the T20I squad for the 2025 Asia Cup.

While all-format batter Shubman Gill’s name is popping up among the hot favourites, even ahead of attacking opener Yashasvi Jaiswal, there is another name – KL Rahul, who is also running for a place in the Asia Cup squad.

KL Rahul, not Gill, leads race for spot in Asia Cup squad but broadcaster Aakash Chopra feels…

Pakistan selector and former pacer Aaqib Javed has fired shots at the Indian Cricket Team ahead of the marquee 2025 Asia Cup tie on September 14 in Dubai, saying the team, picked on Sunday (Aug 17), can beat anyone, including the Men in Blue, in the forthcoming continental tournament starting September 19 in the UAE. The <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-babar-azam-mohammad-rizwan-dropped-as-pakistan-announce-squad-for-asia-cup-2025-1755415735161">Pakistan selectors announced the 17-man squad for the triangular T20I series and the eight-team tournament</a> that follows, shockingly leaving out batting stalwarts Babar Azam and keeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan. While India, Pakistan, Oman and the UAE are part of Group A, the remaining four teams (Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, Bangladesh and Hong Kong) consist of Group B.&nbsp;Even though the picked squad has some experienced players to shoulder the burden, Javed feels this team has everything it needs to topple India in the 2025 Asia Cup. &nbsp;“This team has the ability to beat India in the Asia Cup. Whether you like it or not, the match between India and Pakistan is the biggest in world cricket. Every player knows this,” PAK selector Javed said to the reporters on Sunday. “Our squad can beat any team. Everyone is ready. Everyone knows the situation surrounding the two countries. But we don't need to put extra pressure on them." &nbsp;Meanwhile, India and Pakistan might face off more than just once or even twice during this tournament. After their slated group game in Dubai, the two can again come up against each other in the next round (Super 4s), potentially a week later on next Sunday (Sep 21), should both top Group A. However, if they beat all their opponents to stand tall, India and Pakistan could end up facing each other in the 2025 Asia Cup final, which hasn't happened in the tournament's history thus far.<h3>Sour relations between arch-rivals &nbsp;</h3>India and Pakistan share tense relations heading into the 2025 Asia Cup. After Pakistan-based terrorists killed 26 innocent lives in broad daylight (on April 22) in India’s Kashmir in the deadliest attack on Indian soil since the 2019 Pulwama bombing, India retaliated with Operation Sindoor a fortnight later, triggering cross-border escalation. &nbsp;Meanwhile, despite the Indian Government’s efforts to boycott Pakistan on all fronts, its cricket board (BCCI) shockingly agreed to play against them in the 2025 Asia Cup, receiving massive backlash from the netizens.&nbsp;

Even though the picked squad has some experienced players to shoulder the burden, PAK selector Javed feels this team has everything it needs to topple India in the 2025 Asia Cup.

Pakistan selector and former pacer Aaqib Javed has fired shots at the Indian Cricket Team ahead of the marquee 2025 Asia Cup tie on September 14 in Dubai, saying the team, picked on Sunday (Aug 17), can beat anyone, including the Men in Blue, in the forthcoming continental tournament starting September 19 in the UAE. The Pakistan selectors announced the 17-man squad for the triangular T20I series and the eight-team tournament that follows, shockingly leaving out batting stalwarts Babar Azam and keeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan. While India, Pakistan, Oman and the UAE are part of Group A, the remaining four teams (Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, Bangladesh and Hong Kong) consist of Group B. Even though the picked squad has some experienced players to shoulder the burden, Javed feels this team has everything it needs to topple India in the 2025 Asia Cup. “This team has the ability to beat India in the Asia Cup. Whether you like it or not, the match between India and Pakistan is the biggest in world cricket. Every player knows this,” PAK selector Javed said to the reporters on Sunday. “Our squad can beat any team. Everyone is ready. Everyone knows the situation surrounding the two countries. But we don't need to put extra pressure on them." Meanwhile, India and Pakistan might face off more than just once or even twice during this tournament. After their slated group game in Dubai, the two can again come up against each other in the next round (Super 4s), potentially a week later on next Sunday (Sep 21), should both top Group A. However, if they beat all their opponents to stand tall, India and Pakistan could end up facing each other in the 2025 Asia Cup final, which hasn't happened in the tournament's history thus far. Sour relations between arch-rivals India and Pakistan share tense relations heading into the 2025 Asia Cup. After Pakistan-based terrorists killed 26 innocent lives in broad daylight (on April 22) in India’s Kashmir in the deadliest attack on Indian soil since the 2019 Pulwama bombing, India retaliated with Operation Sindoor a fortnight later, triggering cross-border escalation. Meanwhile, despite the Indian Government’s efforts to boycott Pakistan on all fronts, its cricket board (BCCI) shockingly agreed to play against them in the 2025 Asia Cup, receiving massive backlash from the netizens.

Even though the picked squad has some experienced players to shoulder the burden, PAK selector Javed feels this team has everything it needs to topple India in the 2025 Asia Cup.

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From Sachin Tendulkar to Yuvraj Singh, here is a glance at five Indian batters with most ducks in ODIs. The unwanted list also features the likes of Javagal Srinath, Anil Kumble and Harbhajan Singh. 

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From Glenn Maxwell to Virat Kohli, 5 fastest ODI hundred on Indian soil

Pakistan have announced their 15-man squad for the upcoming Asia Cup 2025 as they dropped a bombshell. The squad announced on Sunday (Aug 17) has seen two notable exclusions as Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan were dropped, while Salman Ali Agha will lead Pakistan. It will be the same squad that will feature against the UAE and Afghanistan as Pakistan go through a phase of transition.&nbsp;<h2>Babar, Rizwan dropped</h2>Babar and Rizwan, who have served Pakistan cricket for more than a decade, won’t be part of the squad that will challenge for the Asia Cup. The selectors have cleared their intention with the futures of Babar and Rizwan, who are now likely to face the axe in the T20 World Cup. Babar has been going through a rough patch of form and has now gone more than 700 days without an international hundred.&nbsp;&nbsp;For Rizwan, the situation is no different as he too looks out of touch with the national team. Having played more than 100 T20Is, Babar won’t feature in the Asia Cup squad, where Pakistan were victorious in 2016.&nbsp;&nbsp;The Men in Green had a horrible start to the year when they finished the Champions Trophy without a win. They finished rock bottom in Group A and notably lost to India in the UAE, where this year’s Asia Cup will be staged.&nbsp;&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-rohit-sharma-to-virat-kohli-here-is-a-look-at-five-indian-batters-with-most-runs-in-asia-cup-odis-t20is-sachin-tendulkar-ms-dhoni-dhawan-1754123070628">From Rohit Sharma to Virat Kohli, 5 Indian batters with most runs in Asia Cup (ODIs + T20Is)</a>&nbsp;Pakistan will start their Asia Cup 2025 campaign against Oman on Friday (Sep 12) before facing India in a high-voltage clash on Sep 14. Pakistan will then conclude the group stage on Wednesday (Sep 17) against the UAE.&nbsp;&nbsp;According to the format, if both India and Pakistan finish in the top two of Group A, they will meet again in the Super 4 clash on Sep 21.&nbsp;<h2>Pakistan squad</h2>Salman Ali Agha (c), Abrar Ahmed, Faheem Ashraf, Fakhar Zaman, Haris Rauf, Hasan Ali, Hasan Nawaz, Hussain Talat, Khushdil Shah, Mohammad Haris (wk), Mohammad Nawaz, Mohammad Waseem Jnr, Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Salman Mirza, Shaheen Shah Afridi and Sufyan Moqim.

The Asia Cup 2025 squad announced on Sunday has seen two notable exclusions as Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan were dropped, while Salman Ali Agha will lead Pakistan. It will be the same squad that will feature against the UAE and Afghanistan as Pakistan go through a phase of transition. 

Pakistan have announced their 15-man squad for the upcoming Asia Cup 2025 as they dropped a bombshell. The squad announced on Sunday (Aug 17) has seen two notable exclusions as Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan were dropped, while Salman Ali Agha will lead Pakistan. It will be the same squad that will feature against the UAE and Afghanistan as Pakistan go through a phase of transition. Babar, Rizwan dropped Babar and Rizwan, who have served Pakistan cricket for more than a decade, won’t be part of the squad that will challenge for the Asia Cup. The selectors have cleared their intention with the futures of Babar and Rizwan, who are now likely to face the axe in the T20 World Cup. Babar has been going through a rough patch of form and has now gone more than 700 days without an international hundred. For Rizwan, the situation is no different as he too looks out of touch with the national team. Having played more than 100 T20Is, Babar won’t feature in the Asia Cup squad, where Pakistan were victorious in 2016. The Men in Green had a horrible start to the year when they finished the Champions Trophy without a win. They finished rock bottom in Group A and notably lost to India in the UAE, where this year’s Asia Cup will be staged. ALSO READ | From Rohit Sharma to Virat Kohli, 5 Indian batters with most runs in Asia Cup (ODIs + T20Is) Pakistan will start their Asia Cup 2025 campaign against Oman on Friday (Sep 12) before facing India in a high-voltage clash on Sep 14. Pakistan will then conclude the group stage on Wednesday (Sep 17) against the UAE. According to the format, if both India and Pakistan finish in the top two of Group A, they will meet again in the Super 4 clash on Sep 21. Pakistan squad Salman Ali Agha (c), Abrar Ahmed, Faheem Ashraf, Fakhar Zaman, Haris Rauf, Hasan Ali, Hasan Nawaz, Hussain Talat, Khushdil Shah, Mohammad Haris (wk), Mohammad Nawaz, Mohammad Waseem Jnr, Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Salman Mirza, Shaheen Shah Afridi and Sufyan Moqim.

The Asia Cup 2025 squad announced on Sunday has seen two notable exclusions as Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan were dropped, while Salman Ali Agha will lead Pakistan. It will be the same squad that will feature against the UAE and Afghanistan as Pakistan go through a phase of transition.&nbsp;

Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan dropped as Pakistan announce squad for 2025 Asia Cup

The Indian team’s preparations for the 2026 T20 World Cup will take its first step in the coming days as the squad selectors are set to announce the squad for the Asia Cup 2025. Expected to announce the squad on Tuesday (Aug 19), Asia Cup 2025 will be India’s first real step in building up to the T20 World Cup. So, who are the favourites to make the Indian squad for the 2026 T20 World Cup, who should be in and who should be out? Here’s a detailed analysis.&nbsp;<h2>Top Order</h2>Gautam Gambhir will hardly have to worry about the top order, as they will trust the impressive Abhishek Sharma and Sanju Samson in the position. Both have impressed in the past during the South Africa series and the IPL, meaning Yashasvi Jaiswal will no longer be in contention. The management could go with Shubman Gill as a back-up option in the opener’s position, while Sai Sudharsan will also bid for a place, having won the Orange Cap in IPL 2025.&nbsp;<h2>Middle Order</h2>Captain Suryakumar Yadav at No.3, followed by Tilak Varma and Hardik Pandya, should be the obvious choices as they remain unscathed. Varma scored two hundreds during the South Africa series in November 2024, while Hardik Pandya is India’s ace pick when it comes to the all-rounders. Considering Samson keeps wickets for India, Pandya could come to bat at No.5, while Rinku Singh’s exploits will see him bat at No.6.<h2>Bowling Order</h2>If fit, Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh, Axar Patel and Kuldeep Yadav will be India’s first choice pick in the bowling unit. The fifth choice will come down to the playing conditions, which will be a shot between Varun Chakaravarthy and Ravi Bishnoi. Harshit Rana should also be in the frame if the management decides to go with three pacers in the Playing XI, which looks unlikely.&nbsp;&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-rohit-sharma-to-virat-kohli-here-is-a-look-at-five-indian-batters-with-most-runs-in-asia-cup-odis-t20is-sachin-tendulkar-ms-dhoni-dhawan-1754123070628">From Rohit Sharma to Virat Kohli, 5 Indian batters with most runs in Asia Cup (ODIs + T20Is)</a><h2>Reserves</h2>Shubman Gill could be used as a reserve opener, but it won’t be surprising if he ends up on the bench for the entire tournament. Jitesh Sharma could be preferred as a backup to Sanju Samson, having impressed for RCB in IPL. Shreyas Iyer’s exploits with the bat should not go unnoticed and could serve as back-up to Tilak Varma and Suryakumar Yadav. Washington Sundar should also make the squad as back-up to Hardik Pandya, meaning that if the Mumbai Indians captain gets injured, India could use an extra pacer to compensate.&nbsp;&nbsp;Either Varun Chakaravarthy or Ravi Bishnoi should be in the reserves if one makes the Playing XI for India. Harshit Rana should be used as a back-up to Arshdeep and Bumrah if India decides to go with two pacers in the Playing XI. It is unlikely that India will play with three pacers in the Playing XI.<h2>Notable players likely to miss out</h2>Yashasvi Jaiswal should find himself out of contention with competition for places, while Yuzvendra Chahal and Mohammed Shami should also sit out of the squad. Ishan Kishan’s dream of a return to the Indian squad could be in jeopardy if Jitesh Sharma is considered. RCB’s unsung duo of Yash Dayal and Bhuvneshwar Kumar are likely to miss out if the selectors go with other notable options.

Expected to announce the squad on Tuesday (Aug 19), Asia Cup 2025 will be India’s first real step in building up to the T20 World Cup. So, who are the favourites to make the Indian squad for the 2026 T20 World Cup, who should be in and who should be out? Here’s a detailed analysis. 

The Indian team’s preparations for the 2026 T20 World Cup will take its first step in the coming days as the squad selectors are set to announce the squad for the Asia Cup 2025. Expected to announce the squad on Tuesday (Aug 19), Asia Cup 2025 will be India’s first real step in building up to the T20 World Cup. So, who are the favourites to make the Indian squad for the 2026 T20 World Cup, who should be in and who should be out? Here’s a detailed analysis. Top Order Gautam Gambhir will hardly have to worry about the top order, as they will trust the impressive Abhishek Sharma and Sanju Samson in the position. Both have impressed in the past during the South Africa series and the IPL, meaning Yashasvi Jaiswal will no longer be in contention. The management could go with Shubman Gill as a back-up option in the opener’s position, while Sai Sudharsan will also bid for a place, having won the Orange Cap in IPL 2025. Middle Order Captain Suryakumar Yadav at No.3, followed by Tilak Varma and Hardik Pandya, should be the obvious choices as they remain unscathed. Varma scored two hundreds during the South Africa series in November 2024, while Hardik Pandya is India’s ace pick when it comes to the all-rounders. Considering Samson keeps wickets for India, Pandya could come to bat at No.5, while Rinku Singh’s exploits will see him bat at No.6. Bowling Order If fit, Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh, Axar Patel and Kuldeep Yadav will be India’s first choice pick in the bowling unit. The fifth choice will come down to the playing conditions, which will be a shot between Varun Chakaravarthy and Ravi Bishnoi. Harshit Rana should also be in the frame if the management decides to go with three pacers in the Playing XI, which looks unlikely. ALSO READ | From Rohit Sharma to Virat Kohli, 5 Indian batters with most runs in Asia Cup (ODIs + T20Is) Reserves Shubman Gill could be used as a reserve opener, but it won’t be surprising if he ends up on the bench for the entire tournament. Jitesh Sharma could be preferred as a backup to Sanju Samson, having impressed for RCB in IPL. Shreyas Iyer’s exploits with the bat should not go unnoticed and could serve as back-up to Tilak Varma and Suryakumar Yadav. Washington Sundar should also make the squad as back-up to Hardik Pandya, meaning that if the Mumbai Indians captain gets injured, India could use an extra pacer to compensate. Either Varun Chakaravarthy or Ravi Bishnoi should be in the reserves if one makes the Playing XI for India. Harshit Rana should be used as a back-up to Arshdeep and Bumrah if India decides to go with two pacers in the Playing XI. It is unlikely that India will play with three pacers in the Playing XI. Notable players likely to miss out Yashasvi Jaiswal should find himself out of contention with competition for places, while Yuzvendra Chahal and Mohammed Shami should also sit out of the squad. Ishan Kishan’s dream of a return to the Indian squad could be in jeopardy if Jitesh Sharma is considered. RCB’s unsung duo of Yash Dayal and Bhuvneshwar Kumar are likely to miss out if the selectors go with other notable options.

Expected to announce the squad on Tuesday (Aug 19), Asia Cup 2025 will be India’s first real step in building up to the T20 World Cup. So, who are the favourites to make the Indian squad for the 2026 T20 World Cup, who should be in and who should be out? Here’s a detailed analysis.&nbsp;

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India’s ace speedster Jasprit Bumrah is set to feature in the upcoming Asia Cup 2025 after he confirmed his availability for the continental tournament. According to a prominent report, Bumrah is fit again to be available for the Asia Cup after doubts were raised on his fitness during the England tour, where he featured in just three matches. The selectors are set to meet on Tuesday (Aug 19) to decide India’s final squad for the Asia Cup, which will be played in T20 format.&nbsp;<h2>Bumrah available for Asia Cup</h2>"Bumrah has informed the selectors that he will be available for the Asia Cup selection. The selection committee will meet and discuss it when they meet next week," a source was quoted as saying, according to The Indian Express.&nbsp;Bumrah played three matches during the England tour and missed two matches owing to workload management. The pacer has been instrumental for India in all formats, but injuries have limited his involvement in the side.&nbsp;&nbsp;India is set to play against the West Indies immediately after the Asia Cup in a two-match Test series, meaning he could miss that series as part of the workload management. Bumrah was instrumental in India’s T20 World Cup-winning campaign in 2024 and will be eager to prove his worth as the next edition is set to take place in February and March 2026.&nbsp;On the other hand, Suryakumar Yadav has also reportedly passed his fitness test and will be available for the Asia Cup, which will be played in T20 format. He will be India’s captain for the series despite calls for Hardik Pandya and Shubman Gill to take the role.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-rohit-sharma-to-virat-kohli-here-is-a-look-at-five-indian-batters-with-most-runs-in-asia-cup-odis-t20is-sachin-tendulkar-ms-dhoni-dhawan-1754123070628">From Rohit Sharma to Virat Kohli, 5 Indian batters with most runs in Asia Cup (ODIs + T20Is)</a><h2>When is the Asian Cup 2025?</h2>The Asia Cup 2025 will start on September 9 in the UAE as part of the neutral venue agreement despite India being the host. Eight teams will participate in the tournament, with them being divided into two groups of four teams each. Each team will play every other team in the group in a round robin format. The top two teams from each group will qualify for the Super Four stage, where the four teams will again play in a round robin format.&nbsp;&nbsp;The top two teams from the round robin format will qualify for the final, which takes place on September 21. The entire tournament will be played in a T20I format.&nbsp;India’s high-voltage clash against Pakistan will take place on Sep 14, while the Men in Blue will open their campaign against the UAE on Sep 10. India’s remaining group game against Oman will take place Sep 19, before the Super Four stage begins.

Jasprit Bumrah played three matches during the England tour and missed two matches owing to workload management. The pacer has been instrumental for India in all formats, but injuries have limited his involvement in the side. 

India’s ace speedster Jasprit Bumrah is set to feature in the upcoming Asia Cup 2025 after he confirmed his availability for the continental tournament. According to a prominent report, Bumrah is fit again to be available for the Asia Cup after doubts were raised on his fitness during the England tour, where he featured in just three matches. The selectors are set to meet on Tuesday (Aug 19) to decide India’s final squad for the Asia Cup, which will be played in T20 format. Bumrah available for Asia Cup "Bumrah has informed the selectors that he will be available for the Asia Cup selection. The selection committee will meet and discuss it when they meet next week," a source was quoted as saying, according to The Indian Express. Bumrah played three matches during the England tour and missed two matches owing to workload management. The pacer has been instrumental for India in all formats, but injuries have limited his involvement in the side. India is set to play against the West Indies immediately after the Asia Cup in a two-match Test series, meaning he could miss that series as part of the workload management. Bumrah was instrumental in India’s T20 World Cup-winning campaign in 2024 and will be eager to prove his worth as the next edition is set to take place in February and March 2026. On the other hand, Suryakumar Yadav has also reportedly passed his fitness test and will be available for the Asia Cup, which will be played in T20 format. He will be India’s captain for the series despite calls for Hardik Pandya and Shubman Gill to take the role. ALSO READ | From Rohit Sharma to Virat Kohli, 5 Indian batters with most runs in Asia Cup (ODIs + T20Is) When is the Asian Cup 2025? The Asia Cup 2025 will start on September 9 in the UAE as part of the neutral venue agreement despite India being the host. Eight teams will participate in the tournament, with them being divided into two groups of four teams each. Each team will play every other team in the group in a round robin format. The top two teams from each group will qualify for the Super Four stage, where the four teams will again play in a round robin format. The top two teams from the round robin format will qualify for the final, which takes place on September 21. The entire tournament will be played in a T20I format. India’s high-voltage clash against Pakistan will take place on Sep 14, while the Men in Blue will open their campaign against the UAE on Sep 10. India’s remaining group game against Oman will take place Sep 19, before the Super Four stage begins.

Jasprit Bumrah played three matches during the England tour and missed two matches owing to workload management. The pacer has been instrumental for India in all formats, but injuries have limited his involvement in the side.&nbsp;

Fit again Jasprit Bumrah set to feature in India's Asia Cup 2025 squad - Report

Veteran spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has cleared the air surrounding his controversial comment on Chennai Super Kings' (CSK) pursuit of South African batter Dewald Brevis. The South African batter, who was signed mid-season by CSK during the Indian Premier League (IPL 2025) season, became a point of controversy in the last two days as Ashwin’s remarks suggested that the franchise paid extra money for Brewis. However, CSK issued a statement on Saturday (Aug 16) on the situation before Ashwin clarified.&nbsp;<h2>Ashwin clears air</h2>“The IPL or those who need to give approval give the approval, and the player comes and plays. If there was any fault here, that player would not have played in the franchise. This is not about Brevis; it is generally the case. There is one other thing I want to explain. My intention in the video was to describe how well Brevis was batting. We have to understand that every player who plays in the IPL has a tri-parted contract: The player, franchise, and the IPL have a binding contract,” Ashwin said while speaking to his YouTube channel.&nbsp;Ashwin’s earlier comments had left many shocked as he raised the point of extra money. This indicated CSK might have paid an extra sum, more than Brevis’s actual base price, to land him at the franchise while other teams were also showing interest.&nbsp;<h2>What was the comment?</h2>"Dewald Brevis had a great time in the IPL last year after CSK got him in the back half of the season," Ashwin said on his YouTube channel. "I even heard that two-three teams were also talking to him, but they had to let him go after not being able to pay extra money. He had a base price in the auction, but discussions and negotiations would have happened with his agent, that 'I'll join the team only for a certain sum of money.”&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-rohit-sharma-to-virat-kohli-here-is-a-look-at-five-indian-batters-with-most-runs-in-asia-cup-odis-t20is-sachin-tendulkar-ms-dhoni-dhawan-1754123070628">From Rohit Sharma to Virat Kohli, 5 Indian batters with most runs in Asia Cup (ODIs + T20Is)</a>&nbsp;To ease the situation, CSK released an official statement, “A replacement Player signed pursuant to either paragraph 6.1 or 6.2 can be recruited at a League Fee which shall not be more than the League Fee that would have been payable to the injured/unavailable Player for the relevant Season.&nbsp;&nbsp;“If a Replacement Player is recruited during a Season, the League Fee actually paid to him will be reduced to take account of the Franchisee’s matches during the relevant Season which took place before he was registered and any other relevant deductions under the Player Contract,” the statement concluded.

Ravichandran Ashwin’s earlier comments had left many shocked as he raised the point of extra money. This indicated CSK might have paid an extra sum, more than Dewald Brevis’s actual base price, to land him at the franchise while other teams were also showing interest. 

Veteran spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has cleared the air surrounding his controversial comment on Chennai Super Kings' (CSK) pursuit of South African batter Dewald Brevis. The South African batter, who was signed mid-season by CSK during the Indian Premier League (IPL 2025) season, became a point of controversy in the last two days as Ashwin’s remarks suggested that the franchise paid extra money for Brewis. However, CSK issued a statement on Saturday (Aug 16) on the situation before Ashwin clarified. Ashwin clears air “The IPL or those who need to give approval give the approval, and the player comes and plays. If there was any fault here, that player would not have played in the franchise. This is not about Brevis; it is generally the case. There is one other thing I want to explain. My intention in the video was to describe how well Brevis was batting. We have to understand that every player who plays in the IPL has a tri-parted contract: The player, franchise, and the IPL have a binding contract,” Ashwin said while speaking to his YouTube channel. Ashwin’s earlier comments had left many shocked as he raised the point of extra money. This indicated CSK might have paid an extra sum, more than Brevis’s actual base price, to land him at the franchise while other teams were also showing interest. What was the comment? "Dewald Brevis had a great time in the IPL last year after CSK got him in the back half of the season," Ashwin said on his YouTube channel. "I even heard that two-three teams were also talking to him, but they had to let him go after not being able to pay extra money. He had a base price in the auction, but discussions and negotiations would have happened with his agent, that 'I'll join the team only for a certain sum of money.” ALSO READ | From Rohit Sharma to Virat Kohli, 5 Indian batters with most runs in Asia Cup (ODIs + T20Is) To ease the situation, CSK released an official statement, “A replacement Player signed pursuant to either paragraph 6.1 or 6.2 can be recruited at a League Fee which shall not be more than the League Fee that would have been payable to the injured/unavailable Player for the relevant Season. “If a Replacement Player is recruited during a Season, the League Fee actually paid to him will be reduced to take account of the Franchisee’s matches during the relevant Season which took place before he was registered and any other relevant deductions under the Player Contract,” the statement concluded.

Ravichandran Ashwin’s earlier comments had left many shocked as he raised the point of extra money. This indicated CSK might have paid an extra sum, more than Dewald Brevis’s actual base price, to land him at the franchise while other teams were also showing interest.&nbsp;

Ravi Ashwin gives clarification on Dewald Brevis, CSK situation, says 'my intention was to...'

The team line-up for the 2026 ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup is now confirmed, as the United States (US) takes the last available place after topping the Americas Qualifier in Georgia. The 16 teams that will feature in the tournament are Zimbabwe, Australia, Bangladesh, England, India, Ireland, Pakistan, New Zealand, Sri Lanka, South Africa, West Indies, Tanzania, USA, Afghanistan, Japan and Scotland.&nbsp;<h2>How the top 16 is decided for the 2026 ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup</h2>The top 10 teams from the 2024 edition in South Africa, along with hosts Zimbabwe, automatically qualified for the tournament, while the other five teams came through regional qualifying events. Let's have a look at all the winners of the regional qualifiers.<h3>Africa Qualifier - Tanzania</h3>The Tanzania team made an impressive run by staying unbeaten in Division 1. They defeated Namibia in a tense and low-scoring game and also beat Kenya to book their WC ticket. Captain Laksh Bakrania played a key role for the team with both bat and ball, finishing with 208 runs and eight wickets.&nbsp;<h3>Americans Qualifier - USA</h3>The United States team dominated the qualifiers, beginning with a 65-run win against Canada, followed by big wins over Bermuda and Argentina. They sealed qualification for the World Cup with 10 points even before their final game.&nbsp;&nbsp;USA's Amrinder Singh Gill was outstanding with the bat, scoring 199 runs in three innings, while spinners Ansh Rai and Sahir Bhatia both picked up seven wickets.<h3>Asia Qualifier - Afghanistan</h3>Afghanistan and Nepal finished with the same points on the table, but because of the superior net run rate, Afghanistan qualified for the tournament. For Afghanistan, batter Khalid Ahmadzai shone at the top, with 202 runs at an average of 101.&nbsp;<h3>East Asia-Pacific Qualifier - Japan</h3>Japan had a great start to the tournament on their home soil, beating Fiji and Papua New Guinea to secure qualification. Japanese all-rounder Charlie Hara-Hinze won the Player of the Tournament award. Japan will now aim to win their first-ever match at a U19 World Cup, having gone winless last time in 2020.<h3>Europe Qualifier - Scotland</h3>Scotland booked their spot in the 2026 ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup after a win against the Netherlands in Dundee. Defending 237, Scotland's bowlers turned the match around with their fine bowling. Finlay Jones (4/41) and Manu Saraswat (3/43) were the main bowlers for them. It will be Scotland’s seventh U-19 World Cup appearance in the last eight editions.

The top 10 teams from the 2024 edition in South Africa and hosts Zimbabwe automatically qualified for the 2026 ICC Under19 Men’s Cricket World Cup.

The team line-up for the 2026 ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup is now confirmed, as the United States (US) takes the last available place after topping the Americas Qualifier in Georgia. The 16 teams that will feature in the tournament are Zimbabwe, Australia, Bangladesh, England, India, Ireland, Pakistan, New Zealand, Sri Lanka, South Africa, West Indies, Tanzania, USA, Afghanistan, Japan and Scotland. How the top 16 is decided for the 2026 ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup The top 10 teams from the 2024 edition in South Africa, along with hosts Zimbabwe, automatically qualified for the tournament, while the other five teams came through regional qualifying events. Let's have a look at all the winners of the regional qualifiers. Africa Qualifier - Tanzania The Tanzania team made an impressive run by staying unbeaten in Division 1. They defeated Namibia in a tense and low-scoring game and also beat Kenya to book their WC ticket. Captain Laksh Bakrania played a key role for the team with both bat and ball, finishing with 208 runs and eight wickets. Americans Qualifier - USA The United States team dominated the qualifiers, beginning with a 65-run win against Canada, followed by big wins over Bermuda and Argentina. They sealed qualification for the World Cup with 10 points even before their final game. USA's Amrinder Singh Gill was outstanding with the bat, scoring 199 runs in three innings, while spinners Ansh Rai and Sahir Bhatia both picked up seven wickets. Asia Qualifier - Afghanistan Afghanistan and Nepal finished with the same points on the table, but because of the superior net run rate, Afghanistan qualified for the tournament. For Afghanistan, batter Khalid Ahmadzai shone at the top, with 202 runs at an average of 101. East Asia-Pacific Qualifier - Japan Japan had a great start to the tournament on their home soil, beating Fiji and Papua New Guinea to secure qualification. Japanese all-rounder Charlie Hara-Hinze won the Player of the Tournament award. Japan will now aim to win their first-ever match at a U19 World Cup, having gone winless last time in 2020. Europe Qualifier - Scotland Scotland booked their spot in the 2026 ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup after a win against the Netherlands in Dundee. Defending 237, Scotland's bowlers turned the match around with their fine bowling. Finlay Jones (4/41) and Manu Saraswat (3/43) were the main bowlers for them. It will be Scotland’s seventh U-19 World Cup appearance in the last eight editions.

The top 10 teams from the 2024 edition in South Africa and hosts Zimbabwe automatically qualified for the 2026 ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup.

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Cricket broadcaster Sanjay Manjrekar is known for making bold statements, and this time was no different. Lately, he has made some remarks on why Jasprit Bumrah should not be Team India’s frontline seamer, also suggesting how he, and not Indian cricket, must be the one adjusting. Meanwhile, Bumrah was part of the recently concluded England Tests, featuring in just three of the five matches, as also earlier suggested by the NCA and team doctors, considering his persistent back injuries over the years. While India did not win any match that he featured in, the pace attack fared well in his absence, helping India come from behind and square the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy (2-2).&nbsp;Manjrekar, who called out the games from the commentary box, shared his opinion in his column for Hindustan Times (HT), suggesting that the selectors must now take some harsh calls to safeguard players’ careers and, more importantly, Indian cricket.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-t20i-captain-suryakumar-yadav-clears-fitness-test-ahead-of-asia-cup-squad-selection-1755358373766">India T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav clears fitness test ahead of Asia Cup squad selection</a> &nbsp;"The game will always show us the mirror, however much we try and gloss over things. It was poetic justice that the two Tests India won were two matches Bumrah did not play,” Manjrekar wrote. "This should embolden the Indian selectors to make some hard choices when it comes to big-name players. This series has been a great lesson to them and to us too, the two Test victories India achieved did not feature Virat (Kohli), (Cheteshwar) Pujara, Rohit (Sharma), (Mohammed) Shami and Bumrah too! It reminded us of the eternal truth of sport and life, no one, however great, is indispensable. And this is how India must handle Bumrah," he added in his column for HT.&nbsp;The former India and Mumbai batter also wrote that if Bumrah cannot play two games in a row or even more on the upcoming tours, he must not be leading the pace attack.&nbsp; &nbsp;"If he cannot play more than two matches in a row or sometimes even more than one, he must not be your frontline pick. Players who are match fit, eager, keen to play and perform should be picked any day for me over a highly skilled player. It will motivate such enthusiastic players even more. This is not an idealistic position to take, but it’s the right one for the long-term health of a team sport," Manjrekar continued.<h3>‘He must adjust to Indian Cricket’ &nbsp;</h3>However, he dropped his boldest remark on Bumrah, saying no one is bigger than the game, and that he should be the one adjusting to how Indian Cricket operates and not the other way around. He also suggested that longevity and durability are imperative for Jasprit, and given his status, he must be 100% fit and ready to deliver for his team whenever they need him. &nbsp;"As for Bumrah, of whom I am a fan, if he really wants to serve Indian Test cricket, longevity and durability is an imperative for him, it’s after all, the true test of a great athlete is to still turn up when not 100% fit and deliver." &nbsp;"Indian cricket must not adjust for Bumrah, Bumrah must. That is, if he wants to. By making some tough choices or working even harder on his fitness, this fitness bar can be raised to whatever levels one wants, like all fast bowling greats have done before him," Manjrekar added.

Manjrekar suggests that the selectors must now take some harsh calls to safeguard players’ careers and, more importantly, Indian cricket.

Cricket broadcaster Sanjay Manjrekar is known for making bold statements, and this time was no different. Lately, he has made some remarks on why Jasprit Bumrah should not be Team India’s frontline seamer, also suggesting how he, and not Indian cricket, must be the one adjusting. Meanwhile, Bumrah was part of the recently concluded England Tests, featuring in just three of the five matches, as also earlier suggested by the NCA and team doctors, considering his persistent back injuries over the years. While India did not win any match that he featured in, the pace attack fared well in his absence, helping India come from behind and square the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy (2-2). Manjrekar, who called out the games from the commentary box, shared his opinion in his column for Hindustan Times (HT), suggesting that the selectors must now take some harsh calls to safeguard players’ careers and, more importantly, Indian cricket. Also read | India T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav clears fitness test ahead of Asia Cup squad selection "The game will always show us the mirror, however much we try and gloss over things. It was poetic justice that the two Tests India won were two matches Bumrah did not play,” Manjrekar wrote. "This should embolden the Indian selectors to make some hard choices when it comes to big-name players. This series has been a great lesson to them and to us too, the two Test victories India achieved did not feature Virat (Kohli), (Cheteshwar) Pujara, Rohit (Sharma), (Mohammed) Shami and Bumrah too! It reminded us of the eternal truth of sport and life, no one, however great, is indispensable. And this is how India must handle Bumrah," he added in his column for HT. The former India and Mumbai batter also wrote that if Bumrah cannot play two games in a row or even more on the upcoming tours, he must not be leading the pace attack. "If he cannot play more than two matches in a row or sometimes even more than one, he must not be your frontline pick. Players who are match fit, eager, keen to play and perform should be picked any day for me over a highly skilled player. It will motivate such enthusiastic players even more. This is not an idealistic position to take, but it’s the right one for the long-term health of a team sport," Manjrekar continued. ‘He must adjust to Indian Cricket’ However, he dropped his boldest remark on Bumrah, saying no one is bigger than the game, and that he should be the one adjusting to how Indian Cricket operates and not the other way around. He also suggested that longevity and durability are imperative for Jasprit, and given his status, he must be 100% fit and ready to deliver for his team whenever they need him. "As for Bumrah, of whom I am a fan, if he really wants to serve Indian Test cricket, longevity and durability is an imperative for him, it’s after all, the true test of a great athlete is to still turn up when not 100% fit and deliver." "Indian cricket must not adjust for Bumrah, Bumrah must. That is, if he wants to. By making some tough choices or working even harder on his fitness, this fitness bar can be raised to whatever levels one wants, like all fast bowling greats have done before him," Manjrekar added.

Manjrekar suggests that the selectors must now take some harsh calls to safeguard players’ careers and, more importantly, Indian cricket.

‘Indian cricket must not adjust for Bumrah…’ Sanjay Manjrekar’s BOLD claim on Team India’s frontline quick

In a massive boost to India’s quest for another T20 World Cup crown, which begins with the 2025 Asia Cup starting September 9 (in the UAE), team captain Suryakumar Yadav has cleared the fitness test at the Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru ahead of the squad selection for the continental tournament. SKY, as the fans and broadcasters fondly call him, had undergone surgery for a lower-right abdomen hernia in Munich, Germany, in June this year. A source close to the information revealed that Suryakumar is available to lead India in the eight-team tournament and will join the selection meeting in Mumbai early next week.&nbsp;“He has cleared his fitness and will be available to captain the Indian team during the Asia Cup. He was at the CoE till a few days ago, where he underwent a rehab programme and has now been declared fit. He will be attending the Indian team selection meeting,” a BCCI source confirmed, as quoted by the Indian Express.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/bcci-does-the-unthinkable-introduces-like-for-like-replacement-rule-in-case-of-serious-injury-during-game-1755350227768">BCCI does the unthinkable, introduces ‘like-for-like replacement’ rule in case of ‘serious injury’ during game</a> &nbsp;SKY had earlier flown to the UK to consult a specialist in sports hernia after his IPL 2025 and Mumbai T20 League stints. Even last year, Surya underwent surgery for a sports hernia in the lower-right abdomen. &nbsp;Meanwhile, the UAE will host the tournament, which concludes on September 28, with Abu Dhabi and Dubai hosting all matches. India is placed in Group A, alongside arch-rivals Pakistan, with the hosts (UAE) and Oman the remaining teams, whereas Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, Bangladesh and Hong Kong comprise Group B.&nbsp; &nbsp;The Men in Blue open their campaign against the UAE on September 9 before facing Pakistan in the first of their several expected face-offs five days later on Sunday (Sep 14) in Dubai. India’s final group match is against Oman on September 19.&nbsp; &nbsp;Also, should India and Pakistan top Group A, they will again feature in a marquee clash on September 21 in the next round, and should both make it to the finale, which hasn’t happened before, they will meet for the third time in the same tournament.&nbsp;This edition will be played in the T20 format.&nbsp;

A source close to the information revealed that Suryakumar is available to lead India in the eight-team tournament and will join the selection meeting in Mumbai early next week.

In a massive boost to India’s quest for another T20 World Cup crown, which begins with the 2025 Asia Cup starting September 9 (in the UAE), team captain Suryakumar Yadav has cleared the fitness test at the Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru ahead of the squad selection for the continental tournament. SKY, as the fans and broadcasters fondly call him, had undergone surgery for a lower-right abdomen hernia in Munich, Germany, in June this year. A source close to the information revealed that Suryakumar is available to lead India in the eight-team tournament and will join the selection meeting in Mumbai early next week. “He has cleared his fitness and will be available to captain the Indian team during the Asia Cup. He was at the CoE till a few days ago, where he underwent a rehab programme and has now been declared fit. He will be attending the Indian team selection meeting,” a BCCI source confirmed, as quoted by the Indian Express. Also read | BCCI does the unthinkable, introduces ‘like-for-like replacement’ rule in case of ‘serious injury’ during game SKY had earlier flown to the UK to consult a specialist in sports hernia after his IPL 2025 and Mumbai T20 League stints. Even last year, Surya underwent surgery for a sports hernia in the lower-right abdomen. Meanwhile, the UAE will host the tournament, which concludes on September 28, with Abu Dhabi and Dubai hosting all matches. India is placed in Group A, alongside arch-rivals Pakistan, with the hosts (UAE) and Oman the remaining teams, whereas Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, Bangladesh and Hong Kong comprise Group B. The Men in Blue open their campaign against the UAE on September 9 before facing Pakistan in the first of their several expected face-offs five days later on Sunday (Sep 14) in Dubai. India’s final group match is against Oman on September 19. Also, should India and Pakistan top Group A, they will again feature in a marquee clash on September 21 in the next round, and should both make it to the finale, which hasn’t happened before, they will meet for the third time in the same tournament. This edition will be played in the T20 format.

A source close to the information revealed that Suryakumar is available to lead India in the eight-team tournament and will join the selection meeting in Mumbai early next week.

India T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav clears fitness test ahead of Asia Cup squad selection

Glenn Maxwell took a brilliant catch before smashing a half-century under pressure to help Australia overcome a dogged South Africa by two wickets and seal the three-match Twenty20 series in Cairns on Saturday (Aug 16). In response to South Africa's 172-7, Australia were in trouble at 122-6 in the 14th over before Maxwell stepped up with an unbeaten 62 off 36 balls. There was a late twist when South Africa quick Corbin Bosch dismissed Ben Dwarshuis and Nathan Ellis with consecutive deliveries. But Maxwell crunched a boundary on the penultimate ball of the match before celebrating with gusto.&nbsp;Hot favourites Australia won the first match but were stunned by a 52-run defeat in game two before moving to Cairns in northern Queensland, which hosted its first T20 international.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/bcci-does-the-unthinkable-introduces-like-for-like-replacement-rule-in-case-of-serious-injury-during-game-1755350227768">BCCI does the unthinkable, introduces ‘like-for-like replacement’ rule in case of ‘serious injury’ during game</a>&nbsp;"It was a little nerve-racking," Maxwell said. “I tried to stay on strike as much as I could and cash in on anything loose.”&nbsp;Australia captain Mitchell Marsh elected to field in helpful conditions for seam bowlers, a contrast to the batting-friendly surfaces used in the opening two games in Darwin. Veteran quick Josh Hazlewood rebounded from an errant performance in game two by dismissing captain Aiden Markram for one in the first over.&nbsp;Lhuan-dre Pretorius hit a quick-fire 24 before falling to Ellis, bringing to the crease Dewald Brevis, who smashed a South African T20 record of 125 not out in game two. He crunched his sixth delivery onto the roof before a diving Maxwell dropped a tough one-handed chance at long-on.Brevis motored to his half-century off 22 balls.&nbsp;Maxwell, a brilliant fielder, redeemed himself in the 12th over with a superb diving catch in the outfield to halt Brevis' charge on 53.&nbsp;South Africa's innings ran out of steam, and their total appeared well short when Marsh dominated a 66-run opening partnership with Travis Head. But South Africa hit back with the quick wickets of Head (19) and Josh Inglis for a first-ball duck.&nbsp;Marsh made 54 before holing out to 19-year-old quick Kwena Maphaka, who later in the 11th over dismissed Cameron Green (nine). Australia's collapse of 6-56 was complete when in-form Tim David (17) and Aaron Hardie (one) were dismissed before Maxwell took over. The Australian players wore black armbands in honour of former captain and coach Bob Simpson, who died at the age of 89.&nbsp;The three-match One-Day International series between the teams starts in Cairns on Tuesday (Aug 19).&nbsp;&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for the WION audience.

There was a late twist when South Africa quick Corbin Bosch dismissed Ben Dwarshuis and Nathan Ellis with consecutive deliveries. But Maxwell crunched a boundary on the penultimate ball of the match before celebrating with gusto.

Glenn Maxwell took a brilliant catch before smashing a half-century under pressure to help Australia overcome a dogged South Africa by two wickets and seal the three-match Twenty20 series in Cairns on Saturday (Aug 16). In response to South Africa's 172-7, Australia were in trouble at 122-6 in the 14th over before Maxwell stepped up with an unbeaten 62 off 36 balls. There was a late twist when South Africa quick Corbin Bosch dismissed Ben Dwarshuis and Nathan Ellis with consecutive deliveries. But Maxwell crunched a boundary on the penultimate ball of the match before celebrating with gusto. Hot favourites Australia won the first match but were stunned by a 52-run defeat in game two before moving to Cairns in northern Queensland, which hosted its first T20 international. Also read | BCCI does the unthinkable, introduces ‘like-for-like replacement’ rule in case of ‘serious injury’ during game "It was a little nerve-racking," Maxwell said. “I tried to stay on strike as much as I could and cash in on anything loose.” Australia captain Mitchell Marsh elected to field in helpful conditions for seam bowlers, a contrast to the batting-friendly surfaces used in the opening two games in Darwin. Veteran quick Josh Hazlewood rebounded from an errant performance in game two by dismissing captain Aiden Markram for one in the first over. Lhuan-dre Pretorius hit a quick-fire 24 before falling to Ellis, bringing to the crease Dewald Brevis, who smashed a South African T20 record of 125 not out in game two. He crunched his sixth delivery onto the roof before a diving Maxwell dropped a tough one-handed chance at long-on. Brevis motored to his half-century off 22 balls. Maxwell, a brilliant fielder, redeemed himself in the 12th over with a superb diving catch in the outfield to halt Brevis' charge on 53. South Africa's innings ran out of steam, and their total appeared well short when Marsh dominated a 66-run opening partnership with Travis Head. But South Africa hit back with the quick wickets of Head (19) and Josh Inglis for a first-ball duck. Marsh made 54 before holing out to 19-year-old quick Kwena Maphaka, who later in the 11th over dismissed Cameron Green (nine). Australia's collapse of 6-56 was complete when in-form Tim David (17) and Aaron Hardie (one) were dismissed before Maxwell took over. The Australian players wore black armbands in honour of former captain and coach Bob Simpson, who died at the age of 89. The three-match One-Day International series between the teams starts in Cairns on Tuesday (Aug 19). Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for the WION audience.

There was a late twist when South Africa quick Corbin Bosch dismissed Ben Dwarshuis and Nathan Ellis with consecutive deliveries. But Maxwell crunched a boundary on the penultimate ball of the match before celebrating with gusto.

‘Big Show’ Maxwell steps up for Australia to win T20I series against South Africa

The Indian Cricket Board has done the unthinkable. Weeks after India and England lost Rishabh Pant and Chris Woakes, respectively, to injuries during the recently concluded Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy, the BCCI has amended the playing conditions, allowing like-for-like injury replacements for serious injury in multi-day cricket for the forthcoming domestic season. In a major boost to the injury replacements in cricket, the introduction of such a rule could now see those ‘suffering any serious injury’ anytime during a game's duration get replaced by someone with similar attributes.&nbsp;"If a player sustains a serious injury during the course of the relevant match, a Serious Injury Replacement may be permitted in the following circumstances," the newly-introduced rule in the Playing Conditions states. "The serious injury must have been sustained during play and within the playing area described in the clause."&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2025-csk-issues-official-statement-on-dewald-brevis-mid-season-signing-after-ashwin-remarks-1755345173247">IPL: CSK issues official statement on Dewald Brevis’ mid-season signing after Ashwin’s remarks</a> &nbsp;This supposed rule change led to contrasting opinions from both Indian and English camps during the Oval Test. While Ben Stokes, the English captain, slammed the rule (of bringing in an injury replacement during a game), calling it ridiculous, Team India's head coach Gautam Gambhir welcomed the move.&nbsp; &nbsp;It all began when India lost Rishabh Pant during the fourth Test in Manchester and England lost Woakes during the final Test, with both teams playing a batter short across two games. Even though Pant batted with a broken foot in the second innings at Old Trafford, also scoring a gritty fifty, Woakes made headlines when he walked out with a dislocated shoulder during the final day of the fifth match. &nbsp;"Absolutely, I'm all for it," Gambhir said of Pant's injury during the fourth Test in Manchester. "If the umpires and the match referee see and feel that is a major injury, I think it's very important. It's very important to have this rule where you can get a substitute - that is, if it's very visible. There's nothing wrong in doing that, especially in a series like this where it's been such a closely-fought series in the previous three Test matches. Imagine if we would've had to play with 10 men against 11. How unfortunate would this be for us?" &nbsp;Stokes, on the other hand, discarded the whole idea, saying, "It's absolutely ridiculous that there's a conversation around an injury replacement," the England captain said. "There would just be too many loopholes for teams to be able to go through. You pick your eleven for a game; injuries are part of the game. I completely understand the concussion replacement, player welfare, and player safety. But I think the conversation should just honestly stop around injury replacements because if you stick me in an MRI scanner, I could get someone else in straightaway.” &nbsp;Meanwhile, the Indian Board introduced the rule in the Playing Conditions (2025/26 season) in the multi-day cricket under a new header ‘Serious Injury Replacement’, which states that a like-for-like replacement, almost similar to concussion replacement rules, will now be allowed.

India and England lost their premier players to ‘serious injuries’ during the recently concluded Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy.

The Indian Cricket Board has done the unthinkable. Weeks after India and England lost Rishabh Pant and Chris Woakes, respectively, to injuries during the recently concluded Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy, the BCCI has amended the playing conditions, allowing like-for-like injury replacements for serious injury in multi-day cricket for the forthcoming domestic season. In a major boost to the injury replacements in cricket, the introduction of such a rule could now see those ‘suffering any serious injury’ anytime during a game's duration get replaced by someone with similar attributes. "If a player sustains a serious injury during the course of the relevant match, a Serious Injury Replacement may be permitted in the following circumstances," the newly-introduced rule in the Playing Conditions states. "The serious injury must have been sustained during play and within the playing area described in the clause." Also read | IPL: CSK issues official statement on Dewald Brevis’ mid-season signing after Ashwin’s remarks This supposed rule change led to contrasting opinions from both Indian and English camps during the Oval Test. While Ben Stokes, the English captain, slammed the rule (of bringing in an injury replacement during a game), calling it ridiculous, Team India's head coach Gautam Gambhir welcomed the move. It all began when India lost Rishabh Pant during the fourth Test in Manchester and England lost Woakes during the final Test, with both teams playing a batter short across two games. Even though Pant batted with a broken foot in the second innings at Old Trafford, also scoring a gritty fifty, Woakes made headlines when he walked out with a dislocated shoulder during the final day of the fifth match. "Absolutely, I'm all for it," Gambhir said of Pant's injury during the fourth Test in Manchester. "If the umpires and the match referee see and feel that is a major injury, I think it's very important. It's very important to have this rule where you can get a substitute - that is, if it's very visible. There's nothing wrong in doing that, especially in a series like this where it's been such a closely-fought series in the previous three Test matches. Imagine if we would've had to play with 10 men against 11. How unfortunate would this be for us?" Stokes, on the other hand, discarded the whole idea, saying, "It's absolutely ridiculous that there's a conversation around an injury replacement," the England captain said. "There would just be too many loopholes for teams to be able to go through. You pick your eleven for a game; injuries are part of the game. I completely understand the concussion replacement, player welfare, and player safety. But I think the conversation should just honestly stop around injury replacements because if you stick me in an MRI scanner, I could get someone else in straightaway.” Meanwhile, the Indian Board introduced the rule in the Playing Conditions (2025/26 season) in the multi-day cricket under a new header ‘Serious Injury Replacement’, which states that a like-for-like replacement, almost similar to concussion replacement rules, will now be allowed.

India and England lost their premier players to ‘serious injuries’ during the recently concluded Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy.

BCCI does the unthinkable, introduces ‘like-for-like replacement’ rule in case of ‘serious injury’ during game

Dewald Brevis has been in the news lately. Be it for his batting exploits in the ongoing T20I series against Australia or the rumours around his new IPL franchise, Chennai Super Kings (CSK), offering more money to sign him as a mid-season injury replacement for their India seamer Gurjapneet Singh. Days after another CSK player and former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin, while speaking on his YouTube channel, suggested that CSK splurged more than Brevis' eligible price (INR 2.2 crore) to have him on board, the IPL team issued an official statement, quashing all such rumours.&nbsp;"Dewald Brevis had a great time in the IPL last year after CSK got him in the back half of the season," Ashwin said on his YouTube channel. "I even heard that two-three teams were also talking to him, but they had to let him go after not being able to pay extra money. He had a base price in the auction, but discussions and negotiations would have happened with his agent, that 'I'll join the team only for a certain sum of money'. &nbsp;“His (Brevis’) concept would have been that 'If I play this season, my value (for the next auction) will go higher'. So he might have told CSK, 'I'll need the extra money.' And the team was willing to pay him extra, which is why he came in,” Ashwin continued.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/aus-vs-sa-2025-dewald-brevis-turns-back-clock-with-three-no-look-sixes-in-3rd-t20i-watch-video-1755342431561">AUS vs SA: Dewald Brevis turns back clock with three ‘no-look’ sixes in 3rd T20I – WATCH</a> &nbsp;Meanwhile, CSK issued clarification on the matter saying Brevis was signed in full accordance with the IPL Player Regulations 2025-27, specifically clause 6.6 under ‘Replacement Players’, which reads, “A replacement Player signed pursuant to either paragraph 6.1 or 6.2 can be recruited at a League Fee which shall not be more than the League Fee that would have been payable to the injured/unavailable Player for the relevant Season.&nbsp; &nbsp;“If a Replacement Player is recruited during a Season, the League Fee actually paid to him will be reduced to take account of the Franchisee’s matches during the relevant Season which took place before he was registered and any other relevant deductions under the Player Contract,” the statement read.&nbsp; &nbsp;While CSK bought Gurjapneet for INR 2.2 crore at the Jeddah auction in November last year, Dewald went unsold across the two-night affair in Saudi Arabia; as it turns out, the lanky left-arm seamer didn’t play a single game, but the South African featured (for CSK) in six matches, scoring 225 runs, including two fifties.&nbsp;

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) roped in Brevis as Gurjapneet's replacement midway through IPL 2025 for the same price as that of the Indian pacer. 

Dewald Brevis has been in the news lately. Be it for his batting exploits in the ongoing T20I series against Australia or the rumours around his new IPL franchise, Chennai Super Kings (CSK), offering more money to sign him as a mid-season injury replacement for their India seamer Gurjapneet Singh. Days after another CSK player and former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin, while speaking on his YouTube channel, suggested that CSK splurged more than Brevis' eligible price (INR 2.2 crore) to have him on board, the IPL team issued an official statement, quashing all such rumours. "Dewald Brevis had a great time in the IPL last year after CSK got him in the back half of the season," Ashwin said on his YouTube channel. "I even heard that two-three teams were also talking to him, but they had to let him go after not being able to pay extra money. He had a base price in the auction, but discussions and negotiations would have happened with his agent, that 'I'll join the team only for a certain sum of money'. “His (Brevis’) concept would have been that 'If I play this season, my value (for the next auction) will go higher'. So he might have told CSK, 'I'll need the extra money.' And the team was willing to pay him extra, which is why he came in,” Ashwin continued. Also read | AUS vs SA: Dewald Brevis turns back clock with three ‘no-look’ sixes in 3rd T20I – WATCH Meanwhile, CSK issued clarification on the matter saying Brevis was signed in full accordance with the IPL Player Regulations 2025-27, specifically clause 6.6 under ‘Replacement Players’, which reads, “A replacement Player signed pursuant to either paragraph 6.1 or 6.2 can be recruited at a League Fee which shall not be more than the League Fee that would have been payable to the injured/unavailable Player for the relevant Season. “If a Replacement Player is recruited during a Season, the League Fee actually paid to him will be reduced to take account of the Franchisee’s matches during the relevant Season which took place before he was registered and any other relevant deductions under the Player Contract,” the statement read. While CSK bought Gurjapneet for INR 2.2 crore at the Jeddah auction in November last year, Dewald went unsold across the two-night affair in Saudi Arabia; as it turns out, the lanky left-arm seamer didn’t play a single game, but the South African featured (for CSK) in six matches, scoring 225 runs, including two fifties.

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) roped in Brevis as Gurjapneet's replacement midway through IPL 2025 for the same price as that of the Indian pacer.&nbsp;

IPL: CSK issues official statement on Dewald Brevis’ mid-season signing after Ashwin’s remarks

South Africa batter Dewald Brevis is in some hot form in the ongoing T20I series against Australia. The young batter, famously known among the fans as ‘Baby AB’, has turned back the clock with three ‘no-look’ sixes in the final game against the Aussies in Cairns. Brevis, who broke the Proteas record for the highest individual score in the previous tie in Darwin, slammed another quick-fire fifty in the deciding game at Cazaly’s Stadium, hitting a 26-ball 53 while batting first. The right-handed batter smoked six sixes and a four during his spicy knock, which also included hitting three without even looking at them.&nbsp;After being asked to bat first in the third T20I, South Africa lost captain and opener Aiden Markram inside the first over (off Josh Hazlewood) before a little partnership helped the visitors gain some momentum. Just when they began putting in the fifth gear, the Aussies removed them (Ryan Rickelton and Lhuan-dre Pretorious) quickly, bringing Dewald to the crease.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-i-already-knew-whose-hands-it-was-in-irfan-pathan-blames-ms-dhoni-as-reason-behind-getting-dropped-in-2009-1755326783636">'I already knew whose hands it was in': Irfan Pathan blames THIS former player for getting dropped in 2009</a> &nbsp;From where he left off in the last match, Brevis began by slamming Australian bowlers to all parts of the ground. Batting ominously, Brevis smoked six massive sixes, with a compilation of three of his ‘no-look’ ones blowing away the internet. With social media already in awe of his strokeplay, similar to that of his idol and batting genius, AB de Villiers, Dewald continued to impress all, with renowned broadcaster Harsha Bhogle, among others, lauding him on the internet. &nbsp;Taking on the rookie all-rounder Aaron Hardie to the cleaners, Dewald smashed him for three massive sixes, all ‘no-look’ ones.<h3>WATCH VIDEO –</h3>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">THREE NO-LOOK SIXES IN A ROW FROM DEWALD BREVIS!<a href="https://twitter.com/BKTtires?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BKTtires</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PlayoftheDay?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PlayoftheDay</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AUSvSA?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AUSvSA</a> <a href="https://t.co/2w1BpmQR8T">pic.twitter.com/2w1BpmQR8T</a>&mdash; cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) <a href="https://twitter.com/cricketcomau/status/1956660430073463150?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 16, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Meanwhile, the hosts did a commendable job in restricting South Africa below 180 despite a surge in their scoring rate in the middle overs while Brevis was batting. Despite handy contributions from the lower order, with Tristan Stubbs and Rassie van der Dussen among the runs, the Proteas failed to make the most of the momentum, scoring 172 for seven in 20 overs. &nbsp;For Australia, Nathan Ellis returned with three wickets, while Josh Hazlewood and Adam Zampa picked two each.&nbsp;

Dewald Brevis scored his successive fifty-plus score in the ongoing T20I series against Australia, having previously broken the record for the highest individual score for his country in the shortest format.

South Africa batter Dewald Brevis is in some hot form in the ongoing T20I series against Australia. The young batter, famously known among the fans as ‘Baby AB’, has turned back the clock with three ‘no-look’ sixes in the final game against the Aussies in Cairns. Brevis, who broke the Proteas record for the highest individual score in the previous tie in Darwin, slammed another quick-fire fifty in the deciding game at Cazaly’s Stadium, hitting a 26-ball 53 while batting first. The right-handed batter smoked six sixes and a four during his spicy knock, which also included hitting three without even looking at them. After being asked to bat first in the third T20I, South Africa lost captain and opener Aiden Markram inside the first over (off Josh Hazlewood) before a little partnership helped the visitors gain some momentum. Just when they began putting in the fifth gear, the Aussies removed them (Ryan Rickelton and Lhuan-dre Pretorious) quickly, bringing Dewald to the crease. Also read | 'I already knew whose hands it was in': Irfan Pathan blames THIS former player for getting dropped in 2009 From where he left off in the last match, Brevis began by slamming Australian bowlers to all parts of the ground. Batting ominously, Brevis smoked six massive sixes, with a compilation of three of his ‘no-look’ ones blowing away the internet. With social media already in awe of his strokeplay, similar to that of his idol and batting genius, AB de Villiers, Dewald continued to impress all, with renowned broadcaster Harsha Bhogle, among others, lauding him on the internet. Taking on the rookie all-rounder Aaron Hardie to the cleaners, Dewald smashed him for three massive sixes, all ‘no-look’ ones. WATCH VIDEO –

Dewald Brevis scored his successive fifty-plus score in the ongoing T20I series against Australia, having previously broken the record for the highest individual score for his country in the shortest format.

AUS vs SA: Dewald Brevis turns back clock with three ‘no-look’ sixes in 3rd T20I – WATCH

From Virat Kohli to MS Dhoni, here is a look at five batters with highest individual scores in India vs Pakistan limited overs matches. The list also features the likes of Saeed Anwar, Sourav Ganguly and Shoaib Malik. 

From Virat Kohli to MS Dhoni, here is a look at five batters with highest individual scores in India vs Pakistan limited overs matches. The list also features the likes of Saeed Anwar, Sourav Ganguly and Shoaib Malik.&nbsp;

From Virat Kohli to MS Dhoni, 5 batters with highest individual scores in India vs Pakistan matches (limited overs)

Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan has opened up on his controversial omission from the national squad, aiming at former captain MS Dhoni. Irfan, a member of the 2007 T20 World Cup-winning squad, played a key role in India’s rise during the late 2000s and was an integral part of the side under different coaches and captains. However, he pointed out his omission from the team, which would later cost him a place in India’s ODI World Cup squad in 2011.&nbsp;<h2>Irfan takes aim at Dhoni</h2>“Kirsten gave me two reasons. He said, ‘There are things that are not in my hand.’ Those were Gary’s exact words. I asked whose hands it was in, but he didn’t tell me. I already knew whose hands it was in. The playing XI is decided by the captain’s choice. The decision rests with the captain, coach, and management. Dhoni was the captain at that time. I won’t get into whether that decision was right or wrong, because every captain has the right to run the team in his own way,” Pathan said while speaking to The Lallantop.&nbsp;&nbsp;Irfan made his debut for India during the 2003-04 Australia tour, where he represented the national side in both ODI and Test format. He was also part of India’s first T20I squad, which played against South Africa in 2006.&nbsp;&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-rohit-sharma-to-virat-kohli-here-is-a-look-at-five-indian-batters-with-most-runs-in-asia-cup-odis-t20is-sachin-tendulkar-ms-dhoni-dhawan-1754123070628">From Rohit Sharma to Virat Kohli, 5 Indian batters with most runs in Asia Cup (ODIs + T20Is)</a>&nbsp;He played for India in all three formats, scoring more than 2500 international runs while scalping a total of 301 wickets. During this time, he also scored a solitary hundred against Pakistan in the 2007 Bengaluru Test.&nbsp;&nbsp;Since retirement, he has been active in commentary and broadcasting career and was recently caught in controversy while the Indian team was on an Australia tour. He was dropped from the commentary panel after a complaint was raised by a star cricketer.

Irfan made his debut for India during the 2003-04 Australia tour, where he represented the national side in both ODI and Test format. He was also part of India’s first T20I squad, which played against South Africa in 2006. 

Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan has opened up on his controversial omission from the national squad, aiming at former captain MS Dhoni. Irfan, a member of the 2007 T20 World Cup-winning squad, played a key role in India’s rise during the late 2000s and was an integral part of the side under different coaches and captains. However, he pointed out his omission from the team, which would later cost him a place in India’s ODI World Cup squad in 2011. Irfan takes aim at Dhoni “Kirsten gave me two reasons. He said, ‘There are things that are not in my hand.’ Those were Gary’s exact words. I asked whose hands it was in, but he didn’t tell me. I already knew whose hands it was in. The playing XI is decided by the captain’s choice. The decision rests with the captain, coach, and management. Dhoni was the captain at that time. I won’t get into whether that decision was right or wrong, because every captain has the right to run the team in his own way,” Pathan said while speaking to The Lallantop. Irfan made his debut for India during the 2003-04 Australia tour, where he represented the national side in both ODI and Test format. He was also part of India’s first T20I squad, which played against South Africa in 2006. ALSO READ | From Rohit Sharma to Virat Kohli, 5 Indian batters with most runs in Asia Cup (ODIs + T20Is) He played for India in all three formats, scoring more than 2500 international runs while scalping a total of 301 wickets. During this time, he also scored a solitary hundred against Pakistan in the 2007 Bengaluru Test. Since retirement, he has been active in commentary and broadcasting career and was recently caught in controversy while the Indian team was on an Australia tour. He was dropped from the commentary panel after a complaint was raised by a star cricketer.

Irfan made his debut for India during the 2003-04 Australia tour, where he represented the national side in both ODI and Test format. He was also part of India’s first T20I squad, which played against South Africa in 2006.&nbsp;

'I already knew whose hands it was in': Irfan Pathan blames THIS former player for getting dropped in 2009

The BCCI will shortly announce the 2025 Asia Cup squad. With plenty of options to choose from for each spot, they will take their time to pick the best one, which also includes some surprise names. Here’s a look at those six names, which could be surprise picks for the continental tournament.

The BCCI will shortly announce the 2025 Asia Cup squad. With plenty of options to choose from for each spot, they will take their time to pick the best one, which also includes some surprise names. Here’s a look at those six names, which could be surprise picks for the continental tournament.

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The 2025 Asia Cup squad announcement is just around the corner, with the BCCI men’s selection committee gearing up to make some harsh calls. Here’s a look at the six top-tier players who might fail to find a spot in India’s 2025 Asia Cup squad.

The 2025 Asia Cup squad announcement is just around the corner, with the BCCI men’s selection committee gearing up to make some harsh calls. Here’s a look at the six top-tier players who might fail to find a spot in India’s 2025 Asia Cup squad.

6 Indians who might not play 2025 Asia Cup

Former India opener Virender Sehwag has revealed shocking details on contemplating ODI retirement long before he actually did. During the infamous 2007/08 tri-series Down Under, involving Australia and Sri Lanka, the then-Indian captain MS Dhoni made some tough calls, including rotating and dropping star openers - Sehwag and Sachin from the playing XI after the first few games, which led to speculations of growing unrest within the Indian dressing room. Although that episode keeps popping up over the years, Sehwag revealed the repercussions of it, which, at one point, made him consider his ODI retirement, only for Sachin Tendulkar’s advice to do a U-turn on that.&nbsp;Sehwag was like none India has ever had. The most flamboyant opener the game has seen was a megastar in 2008 when India toured Australia for a long tour. Despite that, Dhoni benched him over fitness and form issues, and Sehwag did not play any part in that series afterwards.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/indian-dressing-room-needs-rohit-kohli-raina-backs-stalwarts-amid-uncertain-future-1755239563979">Indian dressing room needs Rohit, Kohli: Raina backs stalwarts amid uncertain future</a> &nbsp;Speaking on Padamjeet Sehrawat's podcast, Sehwag revealed his thought process after MS dropped him from the playing XI, and how, by just approaching Sachin on this, he could revive his ODI career. &nbsp;“In the 2007-08 series against Australia, I played the first three matches and then MS Dhoni dropped me from the side. I wasn't picked for a while after that. Then I felt that if I can't be a part of the playing XI, then there is no point in playing ODI cricket,” Sehwag revealed during the chat.&nbsp; &nbsp;“I went to Tendulkar and said, ‘I am thinking of retiring from ODIs'. He said, ‘No. I went through a similar phase in 1999-2000, where I felt I should leave cricket. But that phase came and went. You are going through a trough, but it will pass. Don't make any decision when you are emotional. Give yourself some time and 1-2 series, and then take a call,” Sehwag recalled. &nbsp;Meanwhile, Sehwag's decision to U-turn on his ODI retirement plans paid dividends, as he led the batting during the home WC a few years later, helping India win the edition after 28 years. Sehwag scored a hundred in the first game of that edition against Bangladesh, completing 380 runs in eight contested matches at an average close to 50. &nbsp;A year later, he broke the record for most runs in an ODI innings during a match against West Indies in Indore, hitting 219.&nbsp;

Sehwag was like none India has ever had. The most flamboyant opener the game has seen was a megastar in 2008 when India toured Australia for a long tour.

Former India opener Virender Sehwag has revealed shocking details on contemplating ODI retirement long before he actually did. During the infamous 2007/08 tri-series Down Under, involving Australia and Sri Lanka, the then-Indian captain MS Dhoni made some tough calls, including rotating and dropping star openers - Sehwag and Sachin from the playing XI after the first few games, which led to speculations of growing unrest within the Indian dressing room. Although that episode keeps popping up over the years, Sehwag revealed the repercussions of it, which, at one point, made him consider his ODI retirement, only for Sachin Tendulkar’s advice to do a U-turn on that. Sehwag was like none India has ever had. The most flamboyant opener the game has seen was a megastar in 2008 when India toured Australia for a long tour. Despite that, Dhoni benched him over fitness and form issues, and Sehwag did not play any part in that series afterwards. Also read | Indian dressing room needs Rohit, Kohli: Raina backs stalwarts amid uncertain future Speaking on Padamjeet Sehrawat's podcast, Sehwag revealed his thought process after MS dropped him from the playing XI, and how, by just approaching Sachin on this, he could revive his ODI career. “In the 2007-08 series against Australia, I played the first three matches and then MS Dhoni dropped me from the side. I wasn't picked for a while after that. Then I felt that if I can't be a part of the playing XI, then there is no point in playing ODI cricket,” Sehwag revealed during the chat. “I went to Tendulkar and said, ‘I am thinking of retiring from ODIs'. He said, ‘No. I went through a similar phase in 1999-2000, where I felt I should leave cricket. But that phase came and went. You are going through a trough, but it will pass. Don't make any decision when you are emotional. Give yourself some time and 1-2 series, and then take a call,” Sehwag recalled. Meanwhile, Sehwag's decision to U-turn on his ODI retirement plans paid dividends, as he led the batting during the home WC a few years later, helping India win the edition after 28 years. Sehwag scored a hundred in the first game of that edition against Bangladesh, completing 380 runs in eight contested matches at an average close to 50. A year later, he broke the record for most runs in an ODI innings during a match against West Indies in Indore, hitting 219.

Sehwag was like none India has ever had. The most flamboyant opener the game has seen was a megastar in 2008 when India toured Australia for a long tour.

Sehwag reveals how Sachin saved his ODI career after MS Dhoni dropped India opener in 2008

Team India’s ODI captain Rohit Sharma and batting giant Virat Kohli have lately been in the news over the growing uncertainty around their futures. While several reports have suggested that the selectors have made up their minds to omit them from the 2027 ODI World Cup scheme of things, others have defied, claiming that the players are very much part of the One-Day cricket setup, as no talks of pushing them for early retirement have taken place. Suresh Raina, a former World Cup winner and their ex-teammate, has backed the pair in these testing times, suggesting that the dressing room needs them more than they need it.&nbsp;After years of failure in helping their team lift an ICC trophy, Rohit and Virat helped India taste success in consecutive years. They first guided India to their second T20 World Cup win in the Americas last year and then helped them become the most successful Champions Trophy team with a triumph earlier this year. Considering both are fit and raring to go in the only format they now play at the top level, Rohit and Kohli will be back in the ODI squad for the away Australian tour in October.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/asia-cup-2025-squad-selection-scheduled-for-next-week-tuesday-mumbai-sky-likely-to-remain-t20i-captain-report-1755231375196">Asia Cup squad selection scheduled for next week; SKY likely to remain T20I captain - Report</a> &nbsp;However, what worries everyone, including the board, the selectors, the concerned players and their fans, is how fit and in form they will be in time for the next ODI World Cup, which is more than two years away. Although Kohli’s fitness and age (36 currently) could likely see him through this patch, Rohit is on the other side of things, lagging in both. &nbsp;Meanwhile, with both around, the fans can rely on the top order to deliver almost on all occasions, as Raina pointed out how, without them, the top three can be exposed. &nbsp;“India don’t have dependable players at No. 1 and No. 3 (in ODIs) at the moment, especially when chasing,” Raina said in an interview with Telecom Asia Sport. &nbsp;“Rohit and Virat’s experience is very important. It’s crucial for the seniors to stay involved with the juniors. Shubman (Gill) has done really well, but he needs players like Virat and Rohit. &nbsp;“They have won the Champions Trophy, they have won the World Cups. Virat won the last IPL also. For the astute leadership they have shown during their respective careers, they need to be part of the dressing room,” Raina added.

Suresh Raina, a former World Cup winner and their ex-teammate, has backed the pair in these testing times, suggesting that the dressing room needs them more than they need it.

Team India’s ODI captain Rohit Sharma and batting giant Virat Kohli have lately been in the news over the growing uncertainty around their futures. While several reports have suggested that the selectors have made up their minds to omit them from the 2027 ODI World Cup scheme of things, others have defied, claiming that the players are very much part of the One-Day cricket setup, as no talks of pushing them for early retirement have taken place. Suresh Raina, a former World Cup winner and their ex-teammate, has backed the pair in these testing times, suggesting that the dressing room needs them more than they need it. After years of failure in helping their team lift an ICC trophy, Rohit and Virat helped India taste success in consecutive years. They first guided India to their second T20 World Cup win in the Americas last year and then helped them become the most successful Champions Trophy team with a triumph earlier this year. Considering both are fit and raring to go in the only format they now play at the top level, Rohit and Kohli will be back in the ODI squad for the away Australian tour in October. Also read | Asia Cup squad selection scheduled for next week; SKY likely to remain T20I captain - Report However, what worries everyone, including the board, the selectors, the concerned players and their fans, is how fit and in form they will be in time for the next ODI World Cup, which is more than two years away. Although Kohli’s fitness and age (36 currently) could likely see him through this patch, Rohit is on the other side of things, lagging in both. Meanwhile, with both around, the fans can rely on the top order to deliver almost on all occasions, as Raina pointed out how, without them, the top three can be exposed. “India don’t have dependable players at No. 1 and No. 3 (in ODIs) at the moment, especially when chasing,” Raina said in an interview with Telecom Asia Sport. “Rohit and Virat’s experience is very important. It’s crucial for the seniors to stay involved with the juniors. Shubman (Gill) has done really well, but he needs players like Virat and Rohit. “They have won the Champions Trophy, they have won the World Cups. Virat won the last IPL also. For the astute leadership they have shown during their respective careers, they need to be part of the dressing room,” Raina added.

Suresh Raina, a former World Cup winner and their ex-teammate, has backed the pair in these testing times, suggesting that the dressing room needs them more than they need it.

Indian dressing room needs Rohit, Kohli: Raina backs stalwarts amid uncertain future

The BCCI men’s selection committee will pick the squad for the forthcoming 2025 Asia Cup (in the UAE), in Mumbai, next week. The eight-team tournament, to be played in the T20 format, will get underway on September 9, with Dubai and Abu Dhabi hosting all matches. While India is placed in Group A alongside arch-rivals Pakistan, Oman and the host UAE, Group B consists of Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan and Hong Kong. The Indian Cricket Board, however, has a tedious task to pick the best 15 for the continental tournament, with Suryakumar Yadav expected to assume his captaincy duties in the shortest format despite several rumours.&nbsp;Per a Times of India (TOI) report, the men’s selection committee will meet in Mumbai next Tuesday (Aug 19) to pick Team India’s 2025 Asia Cup squad. T20I captain SKY will fly from Bengaluru, where he is stationed at BCCI’s Centre of Excellence (CoE), recovering from a sports hernia surgery, to be part of the meeting.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/if-he-was-not-the-captain-irfan-pathan-admits-ex-players-were-compelled-to-support-rohit-sharma-during-bgt-1755163353364">‘If he was not the captain…’ Irfan Pathan admits ex-players were compelled to support Rohit Sharma during BGT</a> &nbsp;"Yes, the team for the Asia Cup will be picked on Aug 19 in Mumbai. The selection committee meeting will be followed by a press conference by chief selector, former India pacer Ajit Agarkar," a source in the BCCI said on Thursday, as quoted by TOI.<h3>No Jaiswal, Iyer for 2025 Asia Cup &nbsp;</h3>The report also states that the selection headache could see some of the top names missing out on Asia Cup squad selection, including newly-appointed Test captain Shubman Gill, attacking opener Yashasvi Jaiswal and two-time IPL finalists Shreyas Iyer. While the selectors wish to persist with the successful opening pair of Abhishek Sharma and Sanju Samson for now, they have to make some tough calls regarding two potential future white-ball captains. &nbsp;As for Jaiswal, the selectors are reported to have told him to concentrate more on red-ball cricket as he remains out of contention for the Asia Cup squad selection. &nbsp;"In fact, with India looking to persist with the opening pair of Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma, Gill is currently struggling to even make it to the side. Even Yashasvi Jaiswal, who had a great series in England, and middle-order bat Shreyas Iyer are likely not to be picked for the T20 side. Jaiswal has been told by the selectors to focus on red-ball cricket," a source revealed. &nbsp;Meanwhile, India will open their 2025 Asia Cup campaign against the UAE on September 10 in Dubai.&nbsp;

While India is placed in Group A alongside arch-rivals Pakistan, Oman and the host UAE, Group B consists of Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan and Hong Kong. 

The BCCI men’s selection committee will pick the squad for the forthcoming 2025 Asia Cup (in the UAE), in Mumbai, next week. The eight-team tournament, to be played in the T20 format, will get underway on September 9, with Dubai and Abu Dhabi hosting all matches. While India is placed in Group A alongside arch-rivals Pakistan, Oman and the host UAE, Group B consists of Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan and Hong Kong. The Indian Cricket Board, however, has a tedious task to pick the best 15 for the continental tournament, with Suryakumar Yadav expected to assume his captaincy duties in the shortest format despite several rumours. Per a Times of India (TOI) report, the men’s selection committee will meet in Mumbai next Tuesday (Aug 19) to pick Team India’s 2025 Asia Cup squad. T20I captain SKY will fly from Bengaluru, where he is stationed at BCCI’s Centre of Excellence (CoE), recovering from a sports hernia surgery, to be part of the meeting. Also read | ‘If he was not the captain…’ Irfan Pathan admits ex-players were compelled to support Rohit Sharma during BGT "Yes, the team for the Asia Cup will be picked on Aug 19 in Mumbai. The selection committee meeting will be followed by a press conference by chief selector, former India pacer Ajit Agarkar," a source in the BCCI said on Thursday, as quoted by TOI. No Jaiswal, Iyer for 2025 Asia Cup The report also states that the selection headache could see some of the top names missing out on Asia Cup squad selection, including newly-appointed Test captain Shubman Gill, attacking opener Yashasvi Jaiswal and two-time IPL finalists Shreyas Iyer. While the selectors wish to persist with the successful opening pair of Abhishek Sharma and Sanju Samson for now, they have to make some tough calls regarding two potential future white-ball captains. As for Jaiswal, the selectors are reported to have told him to concentrate more on red-ball cricket as he remains out of contention for the Asia Cup squad selection. "In fact, with India looking to persist with the opening pair of Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma, Gill is currently struggling to even make it to the side. Even Yashasvi Jaiswal, who had a great series in England, and middle-order bat Shreyas Iyer are likely not to be picked for the T20 side. Jaiswal has been told by the selectors to focus on red-ball cricket," a source revealed. Meanwhile, India will open their 2025 Asia Cup campaign against the UAE on September 10 in Dubai.

While India is placed in Group A alongside arch-rivals Pakistan, Oman and the host UAE, Group B consists of Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan and Hong Kong.&nbsp;

Asia Cup squad selection scheduled for next week; SKY likely to remain T20I captain - Report

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