Asia Cup 2025: These 5 Debutants in the spotlight, Who could change the match

Asia Cup 2025 is all set to begin in the UAE, and while top stars will take center stage, five debutants could quietly steal the show. These rising talents are ready to leave their mark on the big stage.

Dubai: The Asia Cup 2025 is set to kick off today, 9 September at the United Arab Emirates. Teams from India, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Oman, Hong Kong, and the hosts UAE will all be participate in the tournament. While the spotlight is often on the big stars, this year, a few new players making their Asia Cup debuts.

The Asia Cup 2025 isn’t just about the experienced players, its about to new faces, who are capable of reversing the matches. From Afghanistan’s young spinner Allah Ghaazanfar to India’s Varun Chakravarthy, these newcomers could play a key role in their teams’ success.

Allah Ghaazanfar (Afghanistan)

Afghanistan is now a strong team in t20 cricket format. So it may be hard for teams to face Afghanistan. At the same time, team has always been known for its strong spin bowlers, and now 18-year-old Allah Ghaazanfar is in the team. In 44 T20 matches, he has picked up 55 wickets with an economy rate under 7.

Varun Chakravarthy (India)

India's bowler Varun Chakravarthy, who was part of India’s squad during the last World Cup, is making his Asia Cup debut this year. He has taken 33 wickets in 18 T20 internationals so far. His skill with googlies and slower deliveries often troubles batsmen.

Kamil Mishara (Sri Lanka)

Sri Lanka’s young batsman Kamil Mishara recently grabbed attention with a 73 runs against Zimbabwe in a T20 game. Known for his aggressive batting against fast bowlers, Kamil can give Sri Lanka a strong start in the tournament.

Sayyam Ayub (Pakistan)

Pakistan’s team rising star Sayyam Ayub is also participate in the Asia Cup 2025. The left-handed opener has played 41 T20 matches, scoring at a quick strike rate of 136. His aggressive style can put pressure on the opposition from the very beginning.

Rishad Hossain (Bangladesh)

Bangladesh’s leg-spinner Rishad Hossain will also be making his Asia Cup debut. he played 42 T20 matches and has taken 48 wickets. Besides bowling, Rishad can also know how hit powerful shots lower down the order. He can also play a rol of a finisher for his team.