Former Australia wicketkeeper and Punjab Kings assistant coach Brad Haddin has criticised Shreyas Iyer's exclusion from India's Asia Cup 2025 squad, calling it an “extraordinary selection.” Haddin highlighted Iyer's leadership and performance under pressure,

Out of 16 editions of the Asia Cup so far, just two have been in T20 format. India’s sole T20 title came in 2016.

India's strength lies in their fearless approach and balance in the side. After winning the T20 World Cup last year, Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Ravindra Jadeja retired from the format in international cricket. Since then, India have invested in youth, with Suryakumar and head coach Gautam Gambhir helming the transition phase.