Shubman Gill Appointed Vice-Captain for Asia Cup 2025 Amid Major Squad Revamp

India announces its squad for the Asia Cup 2025 with Suryakumar Yadav as captain and Shubman Gill as vice-captain. Gill's return to T20Is follows an impressive performance in tests and IPL. Controversy surrounds Axar Patel's demotion, and the opening combination remains undecided until the team arrives in Dubai.

In a significant squad announcement for the Asia Cup 2025, India's cricket team has named Suryakumar Yadav as captain and Shubman Gill as vice-captain, overlooking some major players. The announcement followed a press conference featuring Yadav and chief selector Ajit Agarkar, and was precipitated by a rigorous selection meeting with BCCI officials.

Gill, who previously captained the T20I squad against Zimbabwe in 2024, returns to the T20I format after a hiatus focused on test cricket. Praised for his leadership during India's test tour in England, Gill is recognized for his steady performance, having scored 754 runs, including four centuries. His appointment as vice-captain comes as Axar Patel, who recently served as the team's vice-captain, steps down from the role.

The squad will begin their campaign against the UAE, followed by a highly anticipated clash with Pakistan. Final decisions regarding the starting eleven and opening partnerships will hinge on the conditions in Dubai, according to Agarkar and the coaching team. India's journey in the tournament will culminate in the final match scheduled for September 28 in Dubai.