Four nations announced their squad for Asia Cup 2023
The 2023 Asia Cup is just around the corner, scheduled to commence on August 30. This much-awaited cricket event will conclude with the final match on September 17. Six teams from across Asia will participate in this thrilling tournament.
The excitement is building up as the start date of the 2023 Asia Cup draws near. The action-packed battles of Asian cricket are set to kick off on August 30. While a total of six teams are gearing up to participate in this tournament, so far, only four countries, including India, have revealed their squads.
Innovative Hybrid Model for the Asia Cup
Notably, the opening match of the 2023 Asia Cup will take place in Multan. Following that, a clash between Bangladesh and Afghanistan is scheduled in Lahore on September 3. Lahore will also host matches on September 5 and 6. Additionally, the remaining nine matches will be played in Sri Lanka. The tournament will culminate with an exciting final match in Colombo on September 17.
Highly Anticipated India-Pakistan Encounter
Mark your calendars for the India-Pakistan match on September 2 in the 2023 Asia Cup. Just like in the previous edition, this time too, cricket fans can look forward to the India-Pakistan rivalry not once, but potentially twice. If both teams manage to reach the final, cricket enthusiasts might witness the iconic clash three times.
India’s Squad for the 2023 Asia Cup
India has announced its squad for the 2023 Asia Cup, led by captain Rohit Sharma. The team comprises notable players such as Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, and wicketkeeper KL Rahul. The lineup also includes Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Verma, and reserve wicketkeeper Ishan Kishan. The bowling department features Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Shardul Thakur, Jaspreet Bumrah, Mohammed Shami, Mohammed Siraj, Kuldeep Yadav, and Prasidh Krishna.
India’s squad Asia Cup 2023: Rohit Sharma (captain), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul (wicketkeeper), Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Verma, Ishan Kishan (reserve wicketkeeper), Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Shardul Thakur, Jaspreet Bumrah, Mohammed Shami, Mohammed Siraj, Kuldeep Yadav and Prasidh Krishna.
Pakistan’s Lineup for the 2023 Asia Cup
Pakistan, under the leadership of Babar Azam, has unveiled its squad for the 2023 Asia Cup. The team includes players like Abdullah Shafiq, Fakhar Zaman, and Imam-ul-Haq, as well as Shadab Khan and Mohammad Rizwan. The bowling attack will be led by Haris Rauf, Mohammad Wasim Jr, Naseem Shah, and Shaheen Afridi.
Pakistan’s squad for 2023 Asia Cup: Babar Azam (captain), Abdullah Shafiq, Fakhar Zaman, Imam-ul-Haq, Salman Agha, Iftikhar Ahmed, Tayyab Tahir, Mohammad Rizwan, Mohammad Haris, Shadab Khan, Mohammad Nawaz, Usama Mir, Faheem Ashraf, Haris Rauf, Mohammad Wasim Jr, Naseem Shah, Shaheen Afridi.
Bangladesh’s Chosen Players for the 2023 Asia Cup
Shakib Al Hasan will captain the Bangladesh squad for the 2023 Asia Cup. The team boasts talents like Liton Das, Nazmul Hossain Shanto, and Mushfiqur Rahim. Key bowlers in the lineup include Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, and Mahedi Hasan.
Bangladesh’s squad for 2023 Asia Cup: Shakib Al Hasan (captain), Liton Das, Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Nazmul Hossain Shanto, Towhid Hridoy, Mushfiqur Rahim, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Hasan Mahmud, Mahedi Hasan, Nasum Ahmed, Shamim Hossain, Afif Hossain, Shorful Islam, Ebadot Hossain, Mohammad Naeem.
Nepal’s Selection for the 2023 Asia Cup
Nepal, captained by Rohit Poudel, is also gearing up for the 2023 Asia Cup. The squad includes promising players like Kushal Bhurtel, Kushal Malla, and Sandeep Lamichhane.
Nepal’s squad for 2023 Asia Cup: Rohit Poudel (captain), Kushal Bhurtel, Asif Sheikh, Bhim Sharki, Kushal Malla, Arif Sheikh, Deependra Singh Airi, Gulshan Jha, Sompal Kami, Karan KC, Sandeep Lamichhane, Lalit Rajbanshi, Pratish GC, Mausam Dhakal, Sandeep Jora, Kishore Mahato and Arjun Saud.
As the Asia Cup approaches, cricket fans worldwide are eagerly awaiting the start of this cricketing spectacle. With talented squads from various countries, the tournament promises fierce competition and unforgettable moments on the field. Stay tuned for an exciting cricketing showdown!
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