Several standout performers from IPL 2025, including the winners of the Orange and Purple Caps, failed to find a place in India's Asia Cup 2025 squad.

This controversy regarding the Asia Cup 2025 India vs Pakistan match spilled into India's squad announcement for the tournament, which featured chief selector Ajit Agarkar and captain Suryakumar Yadav.

Jasprit Bumrah's inclusion marks a significant return, with this being his first T20 tournament since last year's World Cup.

The Men’s Hockey Asia Cup 2025 in India has seen two late withdrawals — Pakistan and Oman. While Pakistan cited political reasons following strained ties with India, Oman has categorically denied any such link,

India named their squad for the Asia Cup 2025, with Sanju Samson anticipated to be the primary keeper-batter. Ajit Agarkar noted that Samson's recent opening role was due to the absence of Shubman Gill and Yashasvi Jaiswal.