India's report card after Asia Cup 2018 triumph

India pulled off a last-ball thriller against Bangladesh in the final of the Asia Cup on Friday, clinching their seventh continental title in the process. They were unbeaten throughout the tournament and barring one hiccup against Afghanistan who held them for a tie, India won all the matches that they played.

They were ruthless and had convincing victories that showcased the gulf in class between them and the rest. There were some strong performers and also who had room to improve.

Here is a report card of all the Indian players who featured in the Asia Cup 2018.

Rohit Sharma

Rohit Sharma led the country in the Asia Cup in the absence of Virat Kohli who was rested and put on a fine show both with the bat and as skipper. Sharma's batting did not suffer at all with the added responsibility of captaincy as he scored 23, 52, 83*, 111* and 48 in the five matches he played.

Rating- 9/10.

Shikhar Dhawan

Dhawan had an unforgettable Asia Cup. His scores read 127, 46, 40, 114 and 15. He was truly on top of his game and was duly rewarded with the player of the tournament award. After a disastrous Test series against England, Dhawan needed just this to boost his falling confidence.

Rating- 9.5/10.

Ambati Rayudu

The Hyderabad batsman had a decent Asia Cup and comes away from the tournament having done his reputation no harm. He notched up two half-centuries and provided solidity and flair at number three throughout the tournament.

Rating- 7.5/10.

Dinesh Karthik

Dinesh Karthik

Dinesh Karthik had a decent Asia Cup, getting good starts but failed to convert them into big scores. He was given the chance to bat at number four but he failed to nail down the position for good.

Rating- 6/10.

Mahendra Singh Dhoni

The former India captain had a below-par tournament as he struggled to find his rhythm with the bat. There are serious question marks now raised about whether he still can be the player he once was and whether he can be a viable option for the World Cup. He was excellent with the gloves on, though, and also helped India in a couple of DRS referrals.

Rating- 6/10.

Kedar Jadhav

Kedar Jadhav's last ball heroics in the final of the Asia Cup will endear him to Indian cricket fans for years to come. This was also the tournament where he came to be known as the golden arm of Indian cricket, providing crucial breakthroughs with the ball.

Rating- 7/10.

Ravindra Jadeja

Ravindra Jadeja

Ravindra Jadeja made a comeback into the ODI team after a long time and immediately had an impact. He took a four-wicket haul on his return against Bangladesh and continued his stifling bowling throughout the tournament. Jadeja's fielding was exemplary.

Rating- 8/10.

Kuldeep Yadav

Kuldeep Yadav finished as the joint-highest leading wicket-taker in the Asia Cup 2018 and showed how variety and being a different option with the ball can play a big role in One-day cricket.

Rating- 8/10.

Yuzvendra Chahal

Unlike his spin twin Kuldeep, Chahal had a relatively quiet Asia Cup. He managed to pick just six wickets throughout the tournament although he did bowl well in patches. The way Chahal trapped Imrul Kayes in the final was pure genius.

Rating- 6.5/10.

Bhuvneshwar Kumar

Bhuvneshwar Kumar

Bhuvneshwar Kumar too ended up with six wickets in the tournament but was fantastic throughout the Asia Cup as he bowled stifling lengths and gave the batsmen no room to free their arms. He was brilliant at the death overs as well.

Rating- 7/10.

Jasprit Bumrah

Bumrah finished with eight wickets in the tournament as he formed a partnership with senior partner Bhuvneshwar Kumar. He was brilliant in the death overs.

Rating- 7.5/10.

Khaleel Ahmed

The young fast bowler from Rajasthan played in two matches and picked up 3/48 and 1/45 respectively. For someone who has played only two first-class games and a handful of List-A matches, and without having had a five-wicket haul in either, the India call-up must have come as a pleasant surprise. He was a tad expensive but the experience he gained by playing at the world stage will only boost his confidence.

Rating- 6/10.

We feel it is unfair to rate Hardik Pandya, KL Rahul, Manish Pandey, Deepak Chahar as they played only one game. Likewise, Axar Patel, Shardul Thakur and Sidharth Kaul will not be rated as they could not get a game.