Tournament: Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025 (2nd Match, Group B)
Date: Thursday, November 14, 2025
Time: 5:00 PM local time (4:30 PM IST)
Venue: West End Park International Cricket Stadium, Doha, Qatar
Format: T20
Toss: Yet to be confirmed
Live Streaming: Sony LIV
TV Broadcast: Sony Sports Ten 1 SD & HD
Expected Playing XIs
India A (Likely XI)
Source: Inside Sport India and squad analysis
- Priyansh Arya
- Vaibhav Suryavanshi
- Nehal Wadhera
- Naman Dhir (VC)
- Suryansh Shedge
- Jitesh Sharma (C) (WK)
- Ramandeep Singh
- Ashutosh Sharma
- Harsh Dubey
- Vijaykumar Vyshak
- Gurjapneet Singh
Note: India A may choose between Yash Thakur or Suyash Sharma for the final spot based on pitch conditions.
UAE (Likely XI)
Source: Lokmattimes and squad details
- Alishan Sharafu (C)
- Mayank Kumar
- Ethan D’Souza
- Syed Haider (WK)
- Mohammed Faraazuddin
- Aayan Afzal Khan
- Muhammad Farooq
- Yayin Rai
- Muhammad Jawadullah
- Zahid Ali
- Muhammad Arfan
Note: Final playing XIs not yet confirmed by teams. These lineups are based on squad composition and expected team balance.
Pitch and Weather Report
Pitch Conditions:
The West End Stadium pitch in Doha offers good bounce for fast bowlers early in the match, with an average score of 122 runs. Historical data shows teams chasing have won more often at this venue. The surface can become unpredictable as the match progresses.
Weather Forecast:
Clear weather is expected in Doha with temperatures around 26°C, 57% humidity, and light winds of 9.1 km/h. No rain is forecast for match day.
Key Factor: The pitch favors teams chasing, so winning the toss and bowling first could be the smart choice.
Players to Watch
India A Key Players
| Player | Role | Why to Watch |
|---|---|---|
| Vaibhav Suryavanshi | Top-order batter | At just 14 years old, he’s the youngest player in the tournament and recently became the youngest IPL player ever. His fearless batting style has already caught everyone’s attention. |
| Priyansh Arya | Opening batter | Fresh from an explosive IPL 2025 season, Arya can clear boundaries with ease and set the tone upfront. |
| Jitesh Sharma (C) | Wicketkeeper batter | India’s preferred T20 keeper brings leadership and finishing skills. He’ll guide this young team through pressure moments. |
| Vijaykumar Vyshak | Fast bowler | A skillful pacer with variations who can exploit the early bounce in Doha conditions. |
UAE Key Players
| Player | Role | Why to Watch |
|---|---|---|
| Alishan Sharafu (C) | Opening batter | The captain will lead from the front and set the tone for UAE’s batting. |
| Aayan Afzal Khan | Bowling allrounder | A key player who can contribute with both bat and ball. His spin will be crucial on this surface. |
| Muhammad Jawadullah | Fast bowler | UAE’s main pace weapon who can trouble batters with his pace and accuracy. |
| Mayank Kumar | Opening batter | An aggressive opener who can give UAE quick starts in the powerplay. |
What to Expect
India A enter the Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025 as strong favorites, with their squad featuring several IPL stars and exceptional young talent. The team completed an intensive training camp in Bengaluru before heading to Qatar, which should help them hit the ground running.
UAE, playing with their full-strength squad rather than an ‘A’ team, will look to spring an upset. However, they face a tough challenge against India A’s depth in both batting and bowling.
Likely Outcome: India A should dominate this match comfortably. Their superior firepower, IPL experience, and balanced squad make them clear favorites. The Indian team has talent from openers like Priyansh Arya and Vaibhav Suryavanshi right down to bowlers like Yash Thakur and Gurjapneet Singh.
UAE’s best chance is to restrict India A to a below-par total by taking early wickets. If India’s top order fires, this could be a one-sided contest.
Prediction: India A to win by 40-50 runs or 6-7 wickets.
Tournament Context
This match kicks off India A’s campaign in Group B, which also includes Pakistan A and Oman. The highly anticipated India A vs Pakistan A clash is scheduled for November 16. A strong start against UAE will build momentum for that blockbuster encounter.
The tournament runs until November 23, with the top two teams from each group advancing to the semi-finals. With defending champions Afghanistan A in the competition, India A will want to make a statement from match one.