India’s path to the Asia Cup 2025 final has been marked by a glaring weakness: poor fielding. Despite strong performances in batting and bowling, the team has repeatedly faltered in the field, raising concerns about their ability to secure the championship. The team secured a spot in the final after defeating Bangladesh in the Super 4 stage. However, the recurring fielding errors, which have been a significant issue, put the championship at risk.
In the group stage, India won all three matches without difficulty, securing a place in the Super 4. Led by captain Suryakumar Yadav, the team then defeated Pakistan and Bangladesh. While the outcome of their third match against Sri Lanka won’t affect their final position, the fielding woes could be a major factor in the final. The poor fielding has been a glaring issue throughout the Super 4 stage.
During the Super 4 stage, India’s fielding has been a significant issue. The team dropped five catches and missed a run-out opportunity against Pakistan. This resulted in six missed chances to take wickets. These fielding lapses are considered unacceptable for a team of India’s caliber.
The same mistakes resurfaced in the match against Bangladesh, where India dropped five catches again. Although India won the match, the fielding performance was disappointing. Four catches were dropped off the bat of one batsman, Saif Hasan, who scored 69 runs. These consistent fielding errors could be costly in the final, potentially costing India the Asia Cup title.
