'I would have been surprised if Shubman Gill was not included'

Former cricketer Maninder Singh has praised the balance of India's Asia Cup 2025 squad, while also expressing his surprise at the exclusion of young opener Yashasvi Jaiswal. He welcomed Shubman Gill's selection, highlighting his importance to India's plans. India is set to begin their campaign against the UAE on September 10 in Dubai.