All eight teams have geared up for the Asia Cup 2025, which starts on September 9. They have charted out their plans to clinch the trophy. And it will be the skippers who will execute the plans on the field.
But who are the captains of all teams in the Asia Cup 2025? Here’s a look at them.
Afghanistan | Rashid Khan
Afghanistan will bank on their experienced spinner Rashid Khan in the Asia Cup 2025. Last year, Afghanistan had a dream run in the T20 World Cup. So, he would like to replicate the same performance in the UAE and hopefully lift the trophy.
Bangladesh | Litton Das
Litton Das is still new to the job as Bangladesh’s skipper. And this will be his first major assignment since his permanent appointment in May 2025. So, Das has the big challenge of guiding the Bangla Tigers towards success.
Hong Kong | Yasim Murtaza
Hong Kong have entrusted seasoned all-rounder Yasim Murtaza with the big task in the Asia Cup 2025. Like Das, Murtaza doesn’t have vast leadership experience. But years of representing Hong Kong will come in handy to lead the side well.
India | Suryakumar Yadav
Suryakumar Yadav will lead the tournament favourites, India. Ever since he took over, India have become almost unbeatable in T20Is. So, Surya would like to maintain India’s dominance in the Asia Cup 2025.
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Oman | Jatinder Singh
Jatinder Singh will lead an unsettled Oman squad. That means he will also have to step up as a batter. It will be a huge task for Jatinder to lead a slightly inexperienced squad against heavyweights in the tournament.
Pakistan | Salman Ali Agha
Pakistan have backed Salman Ali Agha as their captain for the Asia Cup 2025. He is fresh off a tri-series win, defeating Afghanistan in the final. So, he will be eager to ride the wave and take Pakistan over the final line.
Sri Lanka | Charith Asalanka
Charith Asalanka will take the field as Sri Lanka’s skipper. His captaincy has played a significant role in changing the fortunes of the Lankan Lions in white-ball cricket. And now he would like to cap it off with an Asia Cup title.
UAE | Muhammad Waseem
UAE’s power-hitter Muhammad Waseem will lead them from the front in the Asia Cup 2025. Everyone’s aware of his solid batting skills. And now everyone will take notice of his leadership abilities.
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