Asia Cup 2025 schedule revealed, UAE to host; India vs Pakistan clash on...

Cricket fans in Asia and elsewhere, get ready! The Asia Cup 2025 is happening, and we now have the dates. The United Arab Emirates (UAE) will host the tournament from September 9th to 28th, 2025. This news comes straight from Asian Cricket Council (ACC) President and Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi this Saturday, putting to rest weeks of rumors.

Although the UAE will host the games, India will still be the official host. This choice helps prevent political and logistical issues, particularly in light of the cricket relationship between India and Pakistan. All teams can play without any problems now that the tournament is being held in the United Arab Emirates.

"I am delighted to confirm the dates for the ACC Men's Asia Cup 2025 in UAE," Naqvi posted on his official X (formerly Twitter) account. "The prestigious tournament will take place from September 9th to 28th. We look forward to a spectacular display of cricket! Detailed schedule will be out soon."

Eight teams will compete in the Twenty20 International (T20I) format in the 2025 edition. This is a calculated move that is perfect for the 2026 T20 World Cup. It provides countries with an excellent chance to hone their teams and tactics in a competitive setting.

Everyone is most excited about the matches between India and Pakistan. Word is that these two major teams will be in the same group. This could mean they play each other several times – in the group stage, the Super Four, and maybe even the final. 

Asia Cup 2025 Full Schedule: Group Stage

9 September (Tuesday): Afghanistan vs Hong Kong

10 September (Wednesday): India vs UAE

11 September (Thursday): Bangladesh vs Hong Kong

12 September (Friday): Pakistan vs Oman

13 September (Saturday): Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka

14 September (Sunday): India vs Pakistan

15 September (Monday): Sri Lanka vs Hong Kong

16 September (Tuesday): Bangladesh vs Afghanistan

17 September (Wednesday): Pakistan vs UAE

18 September (Thursday): Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan

19 September (Friday): India vs Oman

Super 4

20 September (Saturday): Group B Qualifier 1 vs Group B Qualifier 2

21 September (Sunday): Group A Qualifier 1 vs Group A Qualifier 2

22 September (Monday): Rest Day

23 September (Tuesday): Group A Qualifier 1 vs Group B Qualifier 2

24 September (Wednesday): Group B Qualifier 1 vs Group A Qualifier 2

25 September (Thursday): Group A Qualifier 2 vs Group B Qualifier 2

26 September (Friday): Group A Qualifier 1 vs Group B Qualifier 1

27 September (Saturday): Break Day

Final

28 September (Sunday): Final Match

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