ASIA CUP 2025
Teams
The T20 Asia Cup 2025 is almost here, and teams are locking in their line-ups. Below is a simple, country-wise look at every side’s squad and captain clear, verified, and updated as official announcements roll in.
- September 9-28, 2025
- United Arab Emirates
8
Teams
18
Matches
20
Days
The Asia Cup 2025 Teams include:
The Asia Cup 2025 teams include Asia’s heavyweights and rising sides see every country’s squad and captain below.
India
Pakistan
Sri Lanka
Bangladesh
Afghanistan
United Arab Emirates
Oman
Hong Kong
These 8 teams are divided into Group A and Group B for the group stage, followed by the Super Four phase
Teams & Groups
Six cricket powerhouses battle for continental supremacy in the T20 format
Group A
India
Captain: Suryakumar Yadav
- #1
ICC Ranking
Pakistan
Captain: Salman Ali Agha
- #4
ICC Ranking
UAE
Captain: Muhammad Waseem
- #20
ICC Ranking
OMAN
Captain: Zeeshan Maqsood
- #16
ICC Ranking
Group B
Sri Lanka
Captain: Kusal Mendis
- #5
ICC Ranking
Bangladesh
Captain: Litton Das
- #9
ICC Ranking
Hong Kong
Captain: Nizakat Khan
- #24
ICC Ranking
Afghanistan
Captain: Rashid Khan
- #7
ICC Ranking
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🇮🇳 India Squad – Asia Cup 2025
Captain: Suryakumar Yadav
Coach: Rahul Dravid
India is one of the strongest teams in the Asia Cup 2025. Known for its batting depth and world-class bowling lineup, India is a top contender for the title.
Key Players: Virat Kohli, Hardik Pandya, Jasprit Bumrah, Shubman Gill, Ravindra Jadeja
Strengths: Middle-order batting, pace attack, spin options
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Pakistan Squad – Asia Cup 2025
Captain: Babar Azam
Coach: Gary Kirsten
Pakistan brings a powerful ODI squad with in-form pacers and aggressive top-order batters. Their bowling unit is one of the best in Asia.
Key Players: Shaheen Afridi, Fakhar Zaman, Mohammad Rizwan, Shadab Khan, Haris Rauf
Strengths: Bowling attack, opening partnerships
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Sri Lanka Squad – Asia Cup 2025
Captain: Dasun Shanaka
Coach: Chris Silverwood
A balanced squad with emerging talents and experienced players. Sri Lanka is known for their tactical gameplay in Asian conditions.
Key Players: Kusal Mendis, Dhananjaya de Silva, Wanindu Hasaranga, Matheesha Pathirana
Strengths: Spin bowling, finishing power
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Bangladesh Squad – Asia Cup 2025
Captain: Shakib Al Hasan
Coach: Chandika Hathurusingha
Bangladesh enters Asia Cup 2025 with a strong mix of experience and youth. The team’s strength lies in its all-rounders and spinners.
Key Players: Litton Das, Mustafizur Rahman, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Najmul Hossain Shanto
Strengths: Spin bowling, experienced middle order
View Full Bangladesh Squad »
Afghanistan Squad – Asia Cup 2025
Captain: Hashmatullah Shahidi
Coach: Jonathan Trott
Afghanistan’s rise in international cricket continues. Their bowling strength, particularly spin, is a major threat in subcontinent conditions.
Key Players: Rashid Khan, Mujeeb Ur Rahman, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, Mohammad Nabi
Strengths: World-class spin attack, fearless hitting
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Hong Kong Squad – Asia Cup 2025
Captain: Nizakat Khan
Coach: Trent Johnston
A competitive Associate team, Hong Kong looks to upset bigger teams with fearless cricket and strong fielding.
Key Players: Babar Hayat, Ehsan Khan, Aizaz Khan
Strengths: Agile fielding, batting depth
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UAE Squad – Asia Cup 2025
Captain: Muhammad Waseem
Coach: Robin Singh
The UAE team has shown promise with consistent performances in qualifiers. Home conditions will also offer them an edge.
Key Players: Chirag Suri, Zahoor Khan, Vriitya Aravind
Strengths: Home advantage, solid top order
View Full UAE Squad »
Oman Squad – Asia Cup 2025
Captain: Zeeshan Maqsood
Coach: Duleep Mendis
Oman continues its rise in the associate circuit. Their team is well-drilled and eager to showcase talent on a continental platform.
Key Players: Aqib Ilyas, Bilal Khan, Jatinder Singh
Strengths: Swing bowling, consistent top order
View Full Oman Squad »
Asia Cup 2025 Squad Rules & Changes
Each team is allowed to name a 15-player main squad and 5 reserve players. Injuries and form may lead to last-minute changes as the tournament progresses.
The Asia Cup 2025 Teams and Squads page will be updated regularly with:
Injury replacements
New player call-ups
Captaincy changes
Post-match player performance updates
Squad Comparison – Top Batters & Bowlers to Watch
Top Batting Contenders:
Virat Kohli (India)
Babar Azam (Pakistan)
Shakib Al Hasan (Bangladesh)
Kusal Mendis (Sri Lanka)
Top Bowling Contenders:
Rashid Khan (Afghanistan)
Shaheen Afridi (Pakistan)
Jasprit Bumrah (India)
Mustafizur Rahman (Bangladesh)
These players are expected to dominate the stats chart for runs and wickets.
Team Performance Updates
Each squad will be reviewed after every match. You’ll find:
Match-wise player performance
Changes in batting order or bowling combinations
Captaincy decisions and strategies
Stay connected to our individual team pages for post-match squad analysis.
FAQ – Asia Cup 2025 Teams
Q: How many teams are playing in Asia Cup 2025?
A: A total of 8 teams are participating.
Q: Where can I find the full squad of each team?
A: Click on the team name above or visit the sub-pages like /teams/india, /teams/pakistan, etc.
Q: Can teams change their squads during the tournament?
A: Yes, replacements are allowed due to injury or form concerns.
Q: Which team has the best bowling attack?
A: Teams like Pakistan, India, and Afghanistan have some of the best bowling units.
Q: Where can I watch my favorite team play live?
A: Visit the Watch Live page for official streaming links.