India Drops Bomb Squad for Asian Games 2026, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Among Young Stars

India’s cricket board has announced a powerful 15 member T20 squad for the Asian Games 2026 , scheduled to be held in Nagoya, Japan from September 17 to October 3 , as the team prepares to defend its gold medal with a strong blend of experience, youth, and firepower.

The side will be led by Shreyas Iyer , with Tilak Varma named as vice captain . The squad marks a major evolution from the previous gold winning team, bringing back several experienced names alongside exciting young talent.

A key highlight is the return of pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah , whose deadly yorkers and control at the death are expected to be vital in pressure situations. His presence significantly strengthens India’s fast bowling unit against top Asian opposition.

The batting lineup features Abhishek Sharma , Sanju Samson , along with all rounders Shivam Dube and Nitish Kumar Reddy , giving India a powerful mix of stability and aggression across the order.

In the spin department, Ravi Bishnoi will be a crucial figure with his variations and googlies, especially suited for Asian conditions.

The biggest talking point is the inclusion of 15 year old sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi , who is set for his Asian Games debut . His selection has created massive excitement among fans as India continues to invest in young talent.

With a blend of proven match winners and emerging talent, India enters the tournament with confidence, aiming to defend its gold medal in Japan and continue its dominance in multi sport cricket events.

India Squad for Asian Games 2026

Shreyas Iyer (c) , Tilak Varma (vc) , Jasprit Bumrah , Abhishek Sharma , Sanju Samson (wk) , Shivam Dube , Nitish Kumar Reddy , Ravi Bishnoi , Vaibhav Sooryavanshi , along with remaining squad members to be officially confirmed.