Jitesh Sharma is likely to be picked over Sanju Samson for India's opening fixture in the Asia Cup 2025 against the UAE as Shubman Gill will return to open the innings alongside Abhishek Sharma.
Defending champions India are set to commence their Asia Cup 2025 preparations with practice sessions in Dubai, foregoing a preparatory camp in India. Players will assemble individually, with captain Suryakumar Yadav and coach Gautam Gambhir already en route. India's campaign begins against UAE on September 10, followed by a highly anticipated match against Pakistan on September 14.