Will Shubman Gill play Asia Cup 2025?
Less than a month is left for the 2025 Asia Cup to begin. This most prestigious tournament of Asian cricket will be played in the UAE from 9 September to 28 September. The BCCI has not yet announced Team India for this tournament. The reason behind this is Suryakumar Yadav not being fit. In such a situation, the biggest question is who will be the captain of Team India in the Asia Cup? Well, you will get the answer here.
The Asia Cup 2025 is scheduled to begin on 9 September, with the final match set for 28 September. As the tournament approaches, Indian cricket fans are eagerly awaiting the announcement of Team India’s squad, with much speculation around key players — especially Shubman Gill.
Shubman Gill Likely to Miss Out
According to a report by Revsports, it is highly unlikely that Shubman Gill will be part of the final squad for the Asia Cup 2025. The main reason is the stiff competition from emerging players like Abhishek Sharma and Sanju Samson, both of whom have shown outstanding performances in the T20 format.
Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma in Strong Contention
Sanju Samson has hit three centuries in his last 10 T20 matches, making a strong case for himself as a top-order batsman. If Samson is selected, the team management prefers not to change his batting position, which could mean he will open the innings. Abhishek Sharma** is another explosive option, known for his aggressive batting at the top.
Other Strong Contenders: Tilak Verma and Rinku Singh
Tilak Verma, currently ranked as the No. 2 T20 batsman in the world, is also expected to be included. Rinku Singh is likely to play the role of a finisher, given his reputation for powerful hitting in the death overs.
Vice-Captaincy: A Possible Route for Gill’s Inclusion
There is ongoing speculation that Shubman Gill could be named vice-captain, possibly replacing Axar Patel in that role. This could be the only route for his selection, given the intense competition in the batting department.
Shubman Gill’s Recent Performances
Test Series vs England
Gill was India’s top scorer in the five-match Test series in England, scoring 754 runs at an average of 75.40. He was also awarded the Player of the Series, highlighting his consistent performance in challenging conditions.
IPL 2025
In the Indian Premier League 2025, Gill scored 650 runs in 15 matches with an average of 50, including 6 half-centuries. His highest score in the season was *93 (not out)**.
Champions Trophy 2025
Representing India in the Champions Trophy 2025, Gill scored 188 runs in 5 matches at an average of 47, with a top score of *101 (not out)**.
Conclusion: Will Gill Make the Cut?
Despite his strong record in all formats, especially in recent months, Shubman Gill’s selection for the Asia Cup 2025 remains uncertain due to the emergence of other in-form players. If he’s not included as a vice-captain, it’s possible he may miss out on the squad entirely. All eyes are now on the BCCI to see who will make the final list for this highly anticipated tournament.
This could be India’s 15-member team for the Asia Cup
Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson (wicketkeeper), Suryakumar Yadav (captain), Hardik Pandya, Shreyas Iyer, Rinku Singh, Axar Patel (vice-captain), Tilak Verma, Jitesh Sharma (wicketkeeper), Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakraborty, Washington Sundar, Arshdeep Singh, Harshit Rana, and Jasprit Bumrah
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