'We are actually taking...' - Suryakumar Yadav opens up about India's playing XI and Sanju Samson's future ahead of Asia Cup 2025

Suryakumar Yadav opens up about India's playing XI and Sanju Samson's future ahead of Asia Cup 2025. Read the article to get more information about the same.

Suryakumar Yadav (Image Credit: BCCI)

India's campaign in the Asia Cup 2025 will start on September 10, 2025 against the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in Dubai. During the pre-match press conference with the captains, India's skipper Suryakumar Yadav opened up on Sanju Samson and his future in the playing XI ahead of their first clash.

When the reporter asked the captain about Samson's inclusion in the team, SKY quite cheekily said, "Sir, I will message you the Playing XI." However, he revealed that they will 'take good care' of Samson. "We are actually taking really good care of him. And don't worry. We will make the right decision tomorrow."

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Well, the Indian team will have a few combinations which might be shocking for the viewers. As per reports, the management is deciding on sending Samson down the order since he has some amount of experience in the middle order. With Shubman Gill coming in and Abhishek Sharma being in red-hot form, the selection will be difficult for the captain.

India's contest against the UAE will be an exciting affair to watch. Even captain Suryakumar Yadav mentioned that the opponents have been playing good brand of cricket. "They have been playing a very exciting brand of cricket. They recently played a series and came very close to all the teams. It's still a stepping-stone, and I am sure, I hope, and I wish them all the best as they cross the line in the Asia Cup. We are very excited to play them," added Suryakumar.

The Men in Blue will directly entire the tournament without playing any practice matches or T20I matches. This might turn into a disadvantage for the team as the matches will be held in Dubai. Hence, it will be interesting to see how the tournament unfolds for the Indian team.

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