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Former India cricketer, Virender Sehwag, believes that the upcoming Asia Cup will serve as the perfect testing ground for the Indian team to build their team for the T20 World Cup, slated to take place next year.

Sanju Samson hit a fiery century in the Kerala Cricket League. This performance boosts his chances for the Asia Cup. He opened for Kochi Blue Tigers and scored with rapid pace. Ajinkya Rahane supported his inclusion in the team, while Aakash Chopra suggests he might miss out due to team combinations. The debate around Samson's selection intensifies.

As the Asia Cup 2025 approaches, the scheduled India-Pakistan cricket match in Dubai faces political opposition. Samajwadi Party leaders question the appropriateness of sporting ties given strained relations and recent terror attacks. They argue that playing against Pakistan, especially after the Pahalgam attack, is unacceptable and would disgrace the nation.