India, Aug. 16 -- Ajit Agarkar and the rest of the All India Men's Senior Selection Committee will convene on Tuesday, August 19, to pick the 15-member squad for the upcoming Asia Cup. Ahead of the all-important meeting, pacer Jasprit Bumrah has confirmed his status for the eight-team tournament, beginning September 9. Head coach Gautam Gambhir and captain Suryakumar Yadav have received a major shot in the arm as Bumrah has confirmed his availability for the tournament.

According to the Indian Express, Bumrah has already informed the selectors about his willingness to play the tournament. Hence, he is all but set to be named in the squad.

"Bumrah has informed the selectors that he will be available for the Asia Cup selection. The select...