Ahead of the Asia Cup 2025, former cricketer Mohammad Kaif has raised questions about Gautam Gambhir and Suryakumar Yadav for picking just two genuine all-rounders, such as Hardik Pandya and Axar Patel. He pointed out why Washington Sundar has missed the cut despite delivering a fine show in the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy.

Additionally, incase if the side needs the services of spin bowlers, there are such players who can do the job. Abhishek Sharma (left-arm spin), Shivam Dube (right-arm pace), Tilak Varma (right-arm spin) and Rinku Singh (right-arm spin) are handy with the ball.