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The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has officially named its 17-member squad for the upcoming Asia Cup 2025, a tournament they will host. The team, under the leadership of star batter Muhammad Waseem, is set to face some of the continent’s cricketing giants from September 9 to September 28. The squad is a meticulously crafted balance of seasoned campaigners and exciting young talent.
Depth and adaptability in the batting order
As the host nation, the UAE holds a crucial position in Group A, a challenging group that includes formidable opponents in India and Pakistan. The team’s batting unit is expected to be led by the aggressive style of Alishan Sharafu and Asif Khan, both of whom have demonstrated the ability to score quickly and effectively in recent international assignments. The presence of two capable wicketkeepers, Aryansh Sharma and Rahul Chopra, also provides the squad with valuable flexibility and depth in the batting order, allowing them to adapt to different match situations.
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Pace attack: Junaid Siddique to lead the charge
On the bowling front, the UAE’s pace attack will be spearheaded by the experienced Junaid Siddique, whose consistency and ability to take early wickets will be vital. He is complemented by the promising left-arm pacer Muhammad Jawadullah, who offers a different angle of attack. The spin department is also well-stocked, with talented bowlers like Muhammad Farooq and Harshit Kaushik ready to exploit any turn on offer. The inclusion of new names such as Saghir Khan and Ethan Dsouza alongside the established players highlights the team’s strategic focus on building a squad that can make a significant impact in this prestigious tournament.
UAE 17-member squad for Asia Cup 2025: Muhammad Waseem (C), Rahul Chopra, Rohid Khan, Muhammad Farooq, Muhammad Zohaib, Matiullah Khan, Junaid Siddique, Harshit Kaushik, Haider Ali, Simranjeet Singh, Ethan Dsouza, Dhruv Parashar, Muhammad Jawadullah, Asif Khan, Aryansh Sharma, Alishan Sharafu, Saghir Khan.
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