Aakash Chopra Names His Finalists for Asia Cup 2025 – India Not Alone!

Asia Cup 2025: Aakash Chopra Predicts India vs Who?

The Asia Cup 2025 will start in the UAE on September 9 and the cricketing world is afire. The pitches no doubt test batters and bowlers in the UAE. Already experts are debating team strengths, key players, and possible finalists.

Former Indian opener and now famous commentator Aakash Chopra has already made and expressed a bold opinion, and has already caused a stir with fans across the globe.

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Aakash Chopra Predicts Asia Cup 2025 Finalists

Aakash Chopra thinks India will be in the final. He also believes Sri Lanka, now led by Charith Asalanka, might join them.

“The other team against India in the final could be Sri Lanka. This team, captained by Charith Asalanka, has the ability to make it to the final. If Sri Lanka plays well and makes it to the final, I will not be surprised at all,” Akash Chopra said on his YouTube channel.

Chopra pointed out that while some teams depend on star players, Sri Lanka’s overall strength and balanced lineup make them tough to beat, specially in the UAE.

Why Can Sri Lanka Be India’s Biggest Challenger?

For the last few Asia Cup tournaments, Sri Lanka has been the winner and generally the team that has managed to settle the game quickly and adapt to different situations. Chopra emphasized their:

Dependable top order – Kusal Mendis and Pathum Nissanka not only give stability but also take the game forward with their aggression.

Robust middle order – Asalanka can be the anchor and Mendis the power-hitter.

Over the wickets – There are plenty of players who can contribute with both bat and ball.

Bowling prowess – A combination of pace and spin, just right for UAE’s conditions.

According to Aakash Chopra, this composition is what makes Sri Lanka a team that can produce match-winning performances regularly and not be dependent on one or two players only.

India’s Path to the Asia Cup 2025 Final

Team India is directed by Suryakumar Yadav and their first match will be against the UAE on September 9. However, the upcoming match vs. Pakistan on September 14 will be their true test, and this has already been labelled the most anticipated match of the tournament.

India’s favored status is due to their composition of many batting options and knowing how to use experienced bowlers like Jasprit Bumrah, and option for spinners on UAE pitches.

Will We See a Close Final?

Aakash Chopra thinks we might get a really good India versus Sri Lanka final on September 28. India has some big stars, which could give them an advantage. But Sri Lanka plays really well as a team, so they might just pull off a surprise.

No matter what, the Asia Cup 2025 should be exciting, with lots of drama and some moments to remember as the best teams in Asia battle for the title.