Overview

• The All India Tennis Association named an eight-member squad for the World Group I first-round tie in Biel starting September 12 on indoor hard courts.
• Sumit Nagal returns to the Davis Cup team after a two-year absence, and Yuki Bhambri rejoins after missing the last two ties.
• Ramkumar Ramanathan was dropped from the squad following a string of early exits on the Challenger circuit and declining form.
• Selections such as Dakshineshwar Suresh and other serve-oriented players reflect a strategy tailored to the fast indoor surface.
• The winner of the tie will advance to the 2026 Davis Cup qualifiers, while the loser will contest the World Group I play-offs next year.