Asia Cup 2025: Key areas India needs to improve before the final

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Drop catches

India’s fielding needs improvement. Six catches were dropped against Bangladesh and 12 in the tournament so far. Sharper focus and safer hands are crucial.

Fielding concentration

Players must stay alert and avoid gifting chances. Suryakumar Yadav joked about some skipping fielding classes, highlighting the need for better focus.

Batting order instability

Frequent changes in the batting order are disrupting players’ rhythm. Clear roles for Sanju Samson, Axar Patel, and others are needed.

Middle order weakness

The middle order has struggled in scoring and strike rate. India needs stronger contributions from Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav, and Hardik Pandya.

Overdependence on Abhishek Sharma

Abhishek Sharma has been the standout performer, but relying too much on him is risky. Balanced contributions are crucial for the final.

Key takeaway

To strengthen their chances in the Asia Cup 2025 final, India must improve fielding, stabilize the batting order, and share the scoring responsibility.

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