The Asia Cup 2025, hosted by India and currently underway in the UAE, has already produced plenty of excitement with each team having played at least one
match. Despite the slower pitches resulting in relatively modest totals and several one-sided games, a few batters have stood out with their elegance and stroke-making ability. Here, we rank five batters whose strokeplay has lit up the tournament so far.
Top five batters with best strokeplay in Asia Cup 2025
5. Rahmanullah Gurbaz
Afghanistan’s wicketkeeper-batter Rahmanullah Gurbaz might not have big runs to his name yet, but his stylish strokeplay remains a treat to watch. He managed only eight runs in the Asia Cup opener against Hong Kong, continuing a lean patch of scores, but his presence at the crease always unsettles bowlers. With over 1,500 T20I runs, Gurbaz is known for his right-handed elegance, and fans will be hoping he delivers a match-defining innings in the games to come.
4. Kamil Mishara
The rising Sri Lankan batter Kamil Mishara has quickly made a name for himself with fluent knocks in recent series. In the Asia Cup, his unbeaten 46* against Bangladesh was crucial in guiding Sri Lanka to victory and earned him the Player of the Match award. Tall and elegant at the crease, Mishara’s strokeplay is easy on the eye and marks him as one of the most promising young batters in the tournament.
3. Litton Das
Bangladesh skipper Litton Das has led from the front with both bat and leadership. His composed 59-run knock against Hong Kong was a highlight, setting the tone for his side’s campaign. Although he could not replicate that form against Sri Lanka, his classy timing and precise shot selection continue to stand out. His late cuts and wristy drives make him one of the most attractive batters to watch in the Asia Cup.
2. Shubman Gill
India’s vice-captain Shubman Gill has not had to do much heavy lifting so far, as India brushed aside both UAE and Pakistan with ease. Still, Gill’s elegant strokeplay, particularly against the short ball, reflects his composure and precision. His ability to anchor an innings while exuding class makes him one of the standout stroke-makers in the competition, and his leadership alongside the bat will be key for India’s title ambitions.
1. Abhishek Sharma
The explosive Indian opener Abhishek Sharma has added flair to India’s batting with his fearless approach. He smashed 30 off 16 balls against UAE and followed it with a blistering 31 off just 13 deliveries against Pakistan. His left-handed strokeplay, marked by lofted drives and clean pulls, has been both destructive and delightful to watch. Abhishek’s aggressive intent at the top has made him one of the most exciting young batters in the Asia Cup.
