Ahead of Asia Cup 2025, Suryakumar Yadav, Shubman Gill, Abhishek Sharma, and Tilak Varma are the specialist batsmen selected for the continental tournament (Pic: X/@ICC)
Opening duo
Gill and Sharma could likely open the innings for Team India in the event that starts on September 9. Gill and Sharma will also serve as the righ hander-left hander combination, which has been a proven concern for the bowlers, due to the constant change in the side (Pic: X/@ICC/@BCCI)
Number three batsman
Skipper Suryakumar Yadav may come in to bat at number three. In case India loses an early wicket, the 34-year-old will be able to help the side steady their innings. Additionally, if the opening pair delivers a good start, Suryakumar, with his swashbuckling approach, will be expected to continue the momentum (Pic: X/@ICC)
Number four batsman
If everything eventually falls in place for the "Men in Blue", Tilak Varma could be the fourth batsman the side may opt for. With his ability to change gears, considering the match's situation, Tilak emerges as the dark horse for the number four spot (Pic: X/@ICC)
Finisher's role
Later, wicket-keeper Sanju Samson, Hardik Pandya, and Shivam Dube may follow the string in the Indian batting line-up (Pic: X/@ICC)
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