The Men in Blue have not played T20 internationals for several months, with their last outing in the format coming earlier this year against England.

Under the leadership of Suryakumar Yadav, India will look to start their Asia Cup journey on a winning note. 

Key players such as Shubman Gill, Hardik Pandya, and pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah will form the core of the squad. 

The UAE enter the tournament after a mixed performance in the recent tri-series against Pakistan and Afghanistan, where they suffered defeats but also displayed promising glimpses of potential. 

Skipper Muhammad Waseem will be crucial at the top of the order, while the side will also bank on the contributions of Rahul Chopra, Simranjeet Singh, and Haider Ali to make an impact.