After winning the inaugural Emerging Stars Asia Cup in 2013, India will look to end a 12-year trophy drought in the revamped T20 tournament, and this season’s young talents might just deliver.
Here’s a closer look at some of the Indian players likely to shine in the series:
1) Vaibhav Suryavanshi
Vaibhav Suryavanshi became a household name following IPL 2025, when Rajasthan Royals picked the prodigy in the mega auction. He recorded the fastest century by an Indian in just 35 balls, a feat that made headlines nationwide.
Even before IPL fame, Suryavanshi had already impressed in domestic cricket. Representing Bihar, he scored a 58-ball century in the Ranji Trophy, showcasing his fearless style and batting prowess.
Batting Stats:
| Category | IPL 2025 | T20s |
|---|---|---|
| Matches | 7 | 8 |
| Innings | 7 | 8 |
| Runs | 252 | 265 |
| Highest Score | 101 | 101 |
| Average | 36 | 33.12 |
| Strike Rate | 206.55 | 207.03 |
Coming from a small village, Suryavanshi has consistently shown maturity and aggression at the crease. With his current form and massive expectations, he is undoubtedly one of the players to watch in the tournament.
2) Priyansh Arya
Another star from IPL 2025, Priyansh Arya, the uncapped left-handed batter for Punjab Kings, made a strong impression in his debut season. Arya became the fastest uncapped player to score a century, reaching 100 in just 39 balls against Chennai Super Kings.
He also topped the scoring charts in the Delhi Premier League 2024, amassing 576 runs in 8 innings. Known for his explosive hitting—including a remarkable six sixes in an over during the DPL—Arya brings firepower that could prove vital for India A.
Batting Stats:
| Category | IPL 2025 | T20s |
|---|---|---|
| Matches | 17 | 35 |
| Innings | 17 | 35 |
| Highest Score | 103 | 103 |
| Average | 27.94 | 30.82 |
| Strike Rate | 179.24 | 172.08 |
The ₹3.8 crore Punjab Kings recruit has already scored 1,048 runs in 35 T20 innings, proving himself as a consistent performer with the bat.
3) Suyash Sharma
Suyash Sharma, a 22-year-old mystery spinner, made headlines with his breakthrough IPL debut in 2023, including a memorable spell of 3 wickets for 30 runs against RCB.
Bowling Stats:
| Category | IPL | T20s |
|---|---|---|
| Matches | 27 | 41 |
| Innings | 27 | 41 |
| Wickets | 18 | 41 |
| Average | 45.22 | 28.29 |
| Economy Rate | 8.75 | 7.85 |
| Strike Rate | 31 | 21.6 |
Interestingly, Suyash had no professional first-class or league experience before his IPL debut and had faced setbacks in Under-19 trials. His journey reflects determination and hunger, traits that could make him a key bowler for India A in the tournament.
Other Players to Watch
- Harsh Dubey: Made history in the Ranji Trophy 2024-25, taking 69 wickets for Vidarbha, the most in a single season.
- Abhishek Porel: The 23-year-old wicketkeeper-batter has proven his explosive batting with Delhi Capitals in 2023. His dual skills as a keeper and batter make him a valuable backup for India A.
With a blend of raw talent and experienced guidance under Jitesh Sharma, India A’s squad is poised to make a mark in the Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025. Fans will be watching closely as these young guns aim to shine on the big stage.
