Top 3 retired cricketers who could have dominated Asia Cup 2025

The Asia Cup 2025 is entering its last week, and cricket fans have been treated to some tough and competitive cricket in the most recent edition of the continental championship, which is being held in the United Arab Emirates. The slow pitches in this year’s tournament have made it more difficult for batters, while bowlers have also struggled to contain the aggressive batting lineups.

With a number of rising players establishing their mark and dominating the event, it’s reasonable to speculate how some of the game’s retired legends might have fared if they had participated in this edition. CricTracker looks at the top three retiring cricketers who may easily have dominated the Asia Cup 2025.

:Let’s look at the top 3 retired cricketers who could have dominated Asia Cup 2025

Shakib Al Hasan (Bangladesh)

Shakib Al Hasan, Bangladesh’s renowned all-rounder, completes the list of players who could have dominated this season. Shakib’s efforts with both bat and ball have consistently made him a game changer. The left-arm spinner has an unusual ability to pick important wickets while also scoring vital runs.

The presence of a Dhaka native might tip the scales in any game at any time. If he had played in the Asia Cup 2025, his expertise and all-around skills would have been beneficial in teaching the younger Bangladeshi players and placing Bangladesh in a strong position against more established teams. Notably, he announced his retirement from white-ball cricket recently.

Rohit Sharma (India)

Another Indian legend, Rohit Sharma, retired from T20 cricket after leading India to win in the T20 World Cup 2024. He is noted for his explosive batting at the top of the order and has often performed well in Asia Cups. He has scored 271 runs in nine innings with a strike rate of more than 140, often setting the tone for India’s innings.

While new opener Abhishek Sharma impressed this year with his aggressive scoring at a strike rate approaching 200, Rohit’s experience and ability to analyse circumstances and bowlers would have given India a significant advantage. His ability to produce under pressure and punish loose deliveries would have earned him a place among the tournament’s most feared batters.

Virat Kohli (India)

The former Indian captain and T20 superstar, Virat Kohli is one player who could have made a massive impact in this season’s Asia Cup. Having retired from T20 cricket, Kohli was unavailable for selection, but his record in the Asia Cup speaks volumes. In T20 Asia Cup tournaments, he has scored 429 runs in nine innings at an outstanding average of 85.80, making him the leading run-scorer in the tournament’s history.

Kohli’s aggressive yet calculated batting style, coupled with his ability to anchor the innings and accelerate when needed, would have been a nightmare for the opposition bowlers in UAE conditions. His presence in the Indian batting line-up would have added stability and match-winning firepower, giving him an edge over the younger players competing this season.