Team India will open their Asia Cup 2025 campaign against the United Arab Emirates (UAE) at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Wednesday evening, with expectations of nothing less than an emphatic win.

Despite the unpredictability of T20 cricket, the gulf in quality between India and UAE is significant. Anything short of a convincing performance by Suryakumar Yadav’s side would come as a major surprise.

Wicketkeeper Slot Still Open
India’s playing XI is yet to be confirmed, with a toss-up between Jitesh Sharma and Sanju Samson for the wicketkeeper’s role. Skipper Suryakumar Yadav has chosen to keep his cards close to the chest, offering little insight into final team combinations.

Key Players in Focus
The squad features explosive batting options like Abhishek Sharma, alongside proven match-winners such as Jasprit Bumrah and Axar Patel, giving India both firepower and balance in their lineup.

For hosts UAE, the clash will serve as a litmus test of their progress on the international stage, but the challenge of facing one of the strongest T20 outfits in the world will be daunting.

India, meanwhile, will aim to start their Asia Cup journey with a statement win, firing on all cylinders as they set their sights on the coveted trophy.