The Ajit Agarkar-headed selection committee will pick the 15-member squad for the forthcoming Asia Cup on 19th August. The majority of the first-choice players are available for selection, and the selectors will have their task cut out during the meeting. The chief selector is likely to address a press conference along with the captain, Suryakumar Yadav, after the meeting. All eyes will be on whether Jasprit Bumrah is selected in the team or not. Bumrah’s back issues have seen him miss multiple series.
Bumrah only played three Tests against England. The right-arm pacer hasn’t played a T20I since the 2024 World Cup final. The 2023 ODI World Cup final remains his last appearance in the 50-over format.
According to a report published by The Indian Express, Bumrah spoke to selectors a few days ago to confirm his availability for the continental tournament. Bumrah’s availability is a big boost to Team India. Suryakumar Yadav, who underwent a sports hernia surgery in June, has cleared the fitness test at the BCCI Centre of Excellence, and he will attend the selection meeting. The right-handed batsman won’t be playing the Duleep Trophy.
Shubman Gill, who was appointed white-ball teams’ vice-captain, is likely to retain that position. He has not featured in a T-20 International match since July 2024. Gill is India’s present Test captain.
