Asia Cup 2025 : The 2025 edition of the Men’s Asia Cup will be held in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) from September 9 to 28, the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) confirmed following its Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Dhaka, Bangladesh, on July 24.
ACC President and Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi officially announced via social media that the tournament will feature eight teams, which is two more than the previous edition, and will be played in the T20 format as preparation for the 2026 ICC T20 World Cup, which will be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka.
The highly anticipated India vs Pakistan clash is scheduled for September 14, marking their first face-off since April’s diplomatic strain between the nations.
“The prestigious tournament will take place from September 9 to 28. We look forward to a spectacular display of cricket,” Naqvi posted on X (formerly Twitter).
Asia Cup 2025: Group Composition
| Group A | Group B |
| India | Sri Lanka |
| Pakistan | Bangladesh |
| UAE | Afghanistan |
| Oman | Hong Kong |
The top two teams from each group will advance to the Super Four stage, where each team will face the others once. The final will be played on September 28.
Asia Cup 2025: India Team
India will begin their Asia Cup 2025 campaign on September 10 against the UAE, followed by the much-anticipated clash with Pakistan on September 14. Their final group stage match is scheduled for September 19 against Oman. If India qualifies for the Super Four stage, there is a strong possibility that they could face Pakistan again on September 21, and potentially for a third time in the final on September 28, depending on the progression of both teams.
Asia Cup 2025 Full Schedule
| Date | Match | Stage |
| Sep 9 (Tue) | Afghanistan vs Hong Kong | Group Stage |
| Sep 10 (Wed) | India vs UAE | Group Stage |
| Sep 11 (Thu) | Bangladesh vs Hong Kong | Group Stage |
| Sep 12 (Fri) | Pakistan vs Oman | Group Stage |
| Sep 13 (Sat) | Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka | Group Stage |
| Sep 14 (Sun) | India vs Pakistan | Group Stage |
| Sep 15 (Mon) | Sri Lanka vs Hong Kong | Group Stage |
| Sep 16 (Tue) | Bangladesh vs Afghanistan | Group Stage |
| Sep 17 (Wed) | Pakistan vs UAE | Group Stage |
| Sep 18 (Thu) | Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan | Group Stage |
| Sep 19 (Fri) | India vs Oman | Group Stage |
| Sep 20 (Sat) | Group B Qualifier 1 vs Qualifier 2 | Super Four |
| Sep 21 (Sun) | Group A Qualifier 1 vs Qualifier 2 | Super Four |
| Sep 22 (Mon) | Rest Day | – |
| Sep 23 (Tue) | A1 vs B2 | Super Four |
| Sep 24 (Wed) | B1 vs A2 | Super Four |
| Sep 25 (Thu) | A2 vs B2 | Super Four |
| Sep 26 (Fri) | A1 vs B1 | Super Four |
| Sep 27 (Sat) | Break Day | – |
| Sep 28 (Sun) | Final | Final |
Although the BCCI holds the official hosting rights, the tournament is being staged in the UAE due to the ACC’s neutral venue policy. Political tensions in the region have led to matches being moved out of India and Pakistan in recent years. Both Dubai and Abu Dhabi will host the matches, although exact venues for individual fixtures are yet to be announced.
The confirmation of the Asia Cup 2025 came shortly after a significant Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) held in Dhaka, Bangladesh. During the meeting, ACC leaders announced several key developments aimed at expanding cricket’s presence across Asia. These included the inclusion of cricket in the 2026 Asian Games to be held in Japan, the approval of the ACC’s comprehensive calendar for 2025–26, and the welcoming of three new member nations , Mongolia, Uzbekistan, and the Philippines, into the ACC family.
India, the defending Asia Cup champions, won the 2023 edition in a dominant performance, beating Sri Lanka in the final. With the likes of Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and emerging T20 talents expected to feature, India’s campaign will be closely watched by fans and broadcasters alike.
What’s Next
All participating teams are expected to arrive in the UAE by September 7. Warm-up matches are yet to be confirmed. As excitement builds, Asia Cup 2025 promises to deliver thrilling contests, emerging talent, and perhaps a historic India-Pakistan final, a first in the tournament’s history.
When and where will the Asia Cup 2025 be held?
Asia Cup 2025 is scheduled from September 9 to 28. It will be hosted across Dubai and Abu Dhabi in the UAE.
How many teams are participating in this edition?
Eight teams will compete in this edition, two more than the last. This expansion allows more emerging nations to join.
When is the India vs Pakistan match scheduled?
India and Pakistan will clash on September 14 in the group stage. They may meet again in the Super Four and final.
What is the format of the tournament?
The tournament follows a T20 format with group stages, Super Four, and a final. Each team plays others once per stage.
Why is the Asia Cup being held in the UAE?
Due to political tensions, the ACC applied its neutral venue policy. The UAE was chosen for its readiness and neutrality.