Former Indian cricketer Mohammad Kaif has voiced his strong reaction to the announcement of India’s squad for the Asia Cup 2025, focusing specifically on the decision to remove Axar Patel from the vice-captaincy. Suryakumar Yadav will lead the squad, with Shubman Gill appointed as the new vice-captain. Kaif believes Axar Patel deserves an explanation from the team management regarding this change.
Axar Patel’s Removal from Vice-Captaincy
Kaif, through his social media, expressed his hope that Axar Patel was informed about his removal from the vice-captaincy before it was announced publicly. He emphasized that Patel has done nothing wrong and thus merits a proper explanation. The statement was made on his X account.
Axar Patel has a significant T20I career record, having played in 71 matches, scoring 535 runs, and taking 71 wickets. The Asia Cup 2025 will commence for India on September 10, with the squad announcement sparking considerable debate. Notable omissions from the squad include Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shreyas Iyer. The tournament will be played in the T20 format, serving as preparation for the upcoming T20 World Cup in 2026.
India Squad For Asia Cup 2025
Suryakumar Yadav (C), Shubman Gill (VC), Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Jitesh Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakaravarthy, Kuldeep Yadav, Sanju Samson, Harshit Rana, Rinku Singh