The Asia Cup 2025 is currently underway, with India already sealing their spot in the Super Four stage. On the other hand, Hong Kong and Oman have been knocked out of the tournament. With the competition heating up, players are looking to make the most of their opportunities, whether they are seasoned campaigners or promising youngsters.
Here, let us take a look at the youngest player from each team in the tournament. (age as on September 16, 2025)
Team wise youngest players in Asia Cup 2025
AM Ghazanfar - 19Y 157D (Afghanistan)
The right-arm spinner AM Ghazanfar is the youngest
player not only for Afghanistan but also in the entire tournament. Selected at just 19, he featured in the tournament opener against Hong Kong, bowling two overs. He is surrounded by experienced Afghan spinners, and has the perfect environment to develop his craft. Afghanistan face Bangladesh on September 16, and the youngster is likely to feature in that crucial clash.
Tanzim Hasan Sakib - 22Y 306D (Bangladesh)
The right-arm pacer Tanzim Hasan Sakib is the youngest in Bangladesh’s squad. He is known for his pace, bounce, and impressed immediately with figures of 2/21 against Hong Kong in Bangladesh's tournament opener. He followed it up with 1/23 against Sri Lanka, further strengthening his case as a long-term asset across all formats.
Ali Hassan - 21Y 74D (Hong Kong)
Leg-spinner Ali Hassan is Hong Kong’s youngest player. Although he did not feature in any of their three Asia Cup games, he has shown promise in domestic cricket, notably with a 3/27 spell for United Services Recreation Club against Pakistan Association of Hong Kong. With more exposure, Hassan could become a regular part of Hong Kong’s future setup.
Tilak Varma - 22Y 284D (India)
The stylish left-handed batter Tilak Varma is the youngest player in India’s Asia Cup 2025 squad. Though he did not get to bat against UAE, he made a valuable contribution of 31 runs against Pakistan, building a crucial partnership with skipper Suryakumar Yadav. As a batting all-rounder, Varma’s role in the middle overs could be vital in India’s campaign.
Aryan Bisht - 20Y 280D (Oman)
The right-arm spinner Aryan Bisht is the youngest member of Oman’s squad. He played against UAE on September 15, scoring a handy 24 runs in the middle order but did not bowl. Despite Oman’s early exit, Bisht’s all-round potential is promising for their future.
Hasan Nawaz - 23Y 26D (Pakistan)
The top-order batter Hasan Nawaz is the youngest in Pakistan’s squad. Though he struggled in his early outings with single-digit scores, he remains a bright prospect. With more experience, Nawaz could become a match-winner for Pakistan. Fans may see him again in action when Pakistan face UAE.
Dunith Wellalage - 22Y 250D (Sri Lanka)
The left-arm spinner Dunith Wellalage is Sri Lanka’s youngest representative. While he has not yet played in this Asia Cup, he has already shown his ability in ODIs with his accuracy and variations. In T20Is, he is still finding his feet, but Wellalage’s talent could make him a game-changer in the near future.
Ethan D’Souza - 19Y 171D (UAE)
The second-youngest player in the Asia Cup 2025 is UAE’sEthan D’Souza. Though yet to feature in the tournament, he recently gained experience in the UAE tri-series. With UAE opting for experience at the top of the order, he might not have picked in earlier matches. But, D’Souza’s chance may come in the upcoming clash against Pakistan.
