Updated On: 10 September, 2025 05:18 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Heading into the tournament, India are widely regarded as favourites to lift the trophy once again, given their depth, balance, and past record in the competition. Over the years, the team has been a dominant force in the Asia Cup, having won the title on eight occasions, in 1984, 1988, 1990-91, 1995, 2010, 2016, 2018, and 2023

Suryaumar Yadav (Pic: X/@BCCI)
Ahead of India’s Asia Cup 2025 opener, captain Suryakumar Yadav emphasised the importance of dominating the continent before setting sights on global competition.
Speaking in a video shared by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on its official social media platforms, the Indian skipper delivered a strong message to fans and teammates alike. "It was a long off, but I am back. Before we take on the world, let`s conquer Asia first," he said.