Madan Lal discussed India's potential opening pair for the Asia Cup 2025, favoring Abhishek Sharma's explosiveness alongside Shubman Gill's anchoring ability. He emphasized the crucial role of spinners in Dubai's hot conditions, highlighting India's strong spin attack. India's campaign begins against the UAE, followed by a high-stakes match against Pakistan, with the Super 4 stage determining the finalists.
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