Asia Cup 2025 squad developments are dominating cricket headlines as India’s selectors face crucial decisions ahead of the tournament. With Hardik Pandya undergoing a routine fitness check at the NCA in Bengaluru and Suryakumar Yadav still a week away from full recovery, the final squad announcement hangs in the balance. Add to that debates over whether to prioritize India A matches or the Vijay Hazare Trophy for player evaluation, and the lead-up to the Asia Cup has become a hotbed of speculation and strategy. For the latest updates, visit /asia-cup-2025-squad-developments.
Hardik Pandya & Suryakumar Yadav Under the Scanner
At the heart of the updates are two key players:
- Hardik Pandya is undergoing a routine fitness check at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Bengaluru on August 11–12. The results will likely determine his readiness for the continental event.
- Suryakumar Yadav still needs about a week to regain full fitness, leaving his availability for the Asia Cup hanging in the balance.
Adding a positive note, Shreyas Iyer has been cleared after his own fitness assessment — giving selectors an extra top-order option.
Asia Cup 2025 Squad Developments: Hardik & Suryakumar Fitness Watch
Details on Hardik Pandya’s August 11–12 NCA tests and Suryakumar Yadav’s recovery timeline.
According to The Times of India, Hardik Pandya’s fitness check at the NCA will be decisive for his participation.
Selection Debate: India A vs Vijay Hazare Trophy
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How domestic formats are shaping national team decisions.
Rising Contenders in the Race for the Asia Cup 2025 Squad
Form-based players like Mohammed Shami and Krunal Pandya make their case.
Rising Contenders and Form-Based Picks
- Mohammed Shami’s strong Duleep Trophy form has sparked hopes for his return to the limited-overs squad.
- Krunal Pandya, after a standout IPL 2025 campaign, is also being closely considered as a versatile all-round option.
Quick Status Table
| Hardik Pandya | Fitness test Aug 11–12, selection pending |
| Suryakumar Yadav | Needs ~1 week more recovery time |
| Shreyas Iyer | Passed fitness, available for selection |
| Mohammed Shami | In contention due to domestic form |
| Krunal Pandya | On radar after IPL 2025 success |
According to The Times of India, Hardik Pandya’s fitness check at the NCA will be decisive for his participation.
The BCCI has publicly addressed speculation on the ODI futures of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, as reported by Hindustan Times.
Mohammed Shami’s strong domestic performances in the Duleep Trophy have been widely covered by Business Standard.
