Asia Cup 2025 Bombshell! Suryakumar Yadav’s Japan Trip Sparks Selection Drama — Shubman Gill to Be Vice-Captain? Big Names Under Threat!
The countdown to the Asia Cup 2025 has officially begun, with the tournament kicking off on September 9 in the UAE. All eyes are now on the Ajit Agarkar-led selection committee, which is expected to announce India’s squad in the third week of August. With multiple spots still uncertain and some big names under an injury cloud, the selection meeting promises to be full of surprises.
One of the biggest concerns for Indian fans has been the fitness of captain Suryakumar Yadav. The dynamic batter, who is recovering from a sports hernia, was reportedly on track for a timely return, with recent updates from the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Bengaluru suggesting he would be match-ready within a week. SKY himself shared pictures of him batting in the nets, fueling optimism.
However, a fresh twist has sparked concern. Journalist Rohit Juglan (Revsportz) revealed on Twitter that fans should brace themselves for “last-minute changes” in the squad. More intriguingly, he disclosed that Suryakumar Yadav has travelled to Japan for a couple of days. While the exact reason for this trip remains undisclosed, speculation is rife that it might be linked to his recovery or a specialized consultation. This sudden development has left fans uneasy, fearing a potential setback that could jeopardize his participation in the Asia Cup.
In another major update, Shubman Gill is reportedly set to return to India’s T20I setup and is likely to be named vice-captain for the tournament. Gill’s exceptional form in Tests and ODIs, combined with his leadership experience, makes him the ideal deputy in SKY’s absence or partial fitness scenario.
Meanwhile, Sanju Samson’s place in the squad is far from secure. Despite his experience, the Rajasthan Royals skipper faces stiff competition from Dhruv Jurel and Jitesh Sharma, both of whom impressed in IPL 2025 with consistent match-winning knocks.
The selection dilemma doesn’t end there. Yashasvi Jaiswal’s spot is also under threat, as Gill’s inclusion at the top could push Jaiswal and Sai Sudharsan out of the starting XI. With a packed middle order and limited slots for openers, tough calls are inevitable.
With just weeks to go, the big question remains — will Suryakumar Yadav be fully fit and available to lead India in their quest for continental glory, or will his mysterious Japan trip add another twist to India’s Asia Cup campaign?
