Former veteran cricketer and coach Ravi Shastri has given a big advice to the Indian cricket team before the start of Asia Cup 2025. It is worth noting that the 17th season of Asia Cup is starting in UAE from 9 September. The first match of the tournament will be played between Hong Kong and Afghanistan.
So, the Indian team will be seen playing its first match against UAE on 10 September. On the other hand, before this match, former Indian coach Shastri has given a big advice to Team India and said that they should play Sanju Samson in the top order, because he can win you the match by batting dangerously there.
Ravi Shastri gave important advice to Team India
Let us tell you that while talking to The Hindu before the Asia Cup, Ravi Shastri said- Sanju Samson bats the most dangerously in the top order, this is where he can win you the match. If he performs brilliantly in any innings, he wins you the match. Let him stay at the top, this is better.
So, for your information, let us tell you that Sanju Samson has recently scored 368 runs in 5 innings in the Kerala Premier League and out of these, he has scored more than 350 runs as an opener, but Chief Selector Ajit Agarkar has made it clear that he will not open in the Asia Cup. In this situation, experienced Samson may have to play in the middle order. Abhishek Sharma and Shubman Gill can be seen playing as openers.
India’s team for Asia Cup 2025
Suryakumar Yadav (Captain), Shubman Gill (Vice-Captain), Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Verma, Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dubey, Axar Patel, Jitesh Sharma (Wicketkeeper), Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakraborty, Kuldeep Yadav, Sanju Samson (Wicketkeeper), Harshit Rana, Rinku Singh
Standby players: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Prasidh Krishna, Washington Sundar, Riyan Parag and Dhruv Jurel
FAQ
Who gave this advice to the Indian team?
Former head coach Ravi Shastri shared this advice ahead of the Asia Cup.
What was Shastri’s main recommendation?
He suggested keeping a key batsman in the top order for better team stability and performance.
Why is maintaining the top order important?
A stable top order helps India start strong, build partnerships, and set a solid foundation in matches.
Which player is Shastri referring to?
While he did not specify a name, the advice likely targets one of India’s leading batsmen in the Asia Cup squad.
How can this advice impact India’s performance in the Asia Cup?
Following Shastri’s advice could strengthen India’s batting lineup, improve consistency, and boost chances of winning crucial matches.