The Asia Cricket Council (ACC) has announced the squad for the India ‘A’ team for the Rising Stars Asia Cup 2025, which will be held in Qatar. The tournament is scheduled from November 14 to 23, 2025, at the West End International Cricket Stadium in Doha. The Indian team for the competition has been finalized, and the excitement is building up as the tournament will feature a highly anticipated India-Pakistan clash on November 16.

India ‘A’ Team for Rising Stars Asia Cup 2025

The Indian team for the Rising Stars Asia Cup 2025 includes a blend of talented young players. The squad consists of Priyansh Arya, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Nehal Wadhera, Naman Dheer (Vice-Captain), Suryansh Shedge, Jitesh Sharma (Captain and Wicketkeeper), Raman Deep Singh, Harsh Dubey, Ashutosh Sharma, Yash Thakur, Gurjapneet Singh, Vijay Kumar Vaishya, Yudhveer Singh Chark, Abhishek Porel (Wicketkeeper), and Suyash Sharma.

Additionally, the standby players include Gurnoor Singh Barad, Kumar Kushagra, Tanush Kotian, Sameer Rizvi, and Sheikh Rashid.

Rising Stars Asia Cup Format and Key Dates

The Rising Stars Asia Cup 2025 will be played in a group format. Group A consists of Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Hong Kong, and Sri Lanka, while Group B features India, Oman, Pakistan, and the UAE. The India-Pakistan match, one of the most anticipated encounters, will take place on November 16. The semi-finals will be played on November 21, 2025, and the final will be held on November 23, 2025.

This tournament, which was previously known as the ACC Emerging Asia Cup, is one of the major tournaments in the region, showcasing young talents from various countries.

India’s Historic Performance in the Tournament

The Emerging Asia Cup was first held in 2013, initially as an Under-23 tournament, and later evolving into a contest for ‘A’ teams. So far, six editions of the tournament have been played. Pakistan and Sri Lanka have each won the tournament twice, while India and Afghanistan have won it once each. Afghanistan is the defending champion, having defeated Sri Lanka in the 2024 final. India’s only victory came in a past edition, but the team is eager to showcase their strength in this edition.

India-Pakistan Rivalry in the Rising Stars Asia Cup

The India-Pakistan match on November 16 is expected to be a high-voltage encounter. Both teams have a rich cricketing history, and their rivalry in international cricket is always intense. The Rising Stars Asia Cup provides a platform for emerging players to showcase their talent, and the India-Pakistan game is bound to attract a lot of attention from fans across the globe.

T20 Format and the Role of Associate Teams

The tournament will be played in the T20 format, allowing the teams to bring out their best in fast-paced, thrilling matches. Along with the regular ‘A’ teams of India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, and others, three associate teams—Hong Kong, Oman, and the UAE—will be fielding their main teams as well. This adds an exciting dynamic to the tournament, as these associate teams aim to prove themselves against the established cricketing powers.

Anticipation for the Tournament

As the tournament draws closer, fans and players alike are eagerly awaiting the start of the Rising Stars Asia Cup 2025. The India-Pakistan clash is sure to be the highlight of the tournament, drawing significant attention from both nations and their cricketing communities.

The Rising Stars Asia Cup 2025 promises to be an exciting tournament, offering a stage for young talent to shine and make their mark. With India and Pakistan facing off on November 16, all eyes will be on the match. The tournament is also an important opportunity for the Indian ‘A’ team to build momentum and aim for victory. As the tournament progresses, the emerging cricket stars from across Asia will be looking to showcase their skills and establish themselves as the future of international cricket.