The Asia Cup 2025 cricket tournament has been officially confirmed to take place in the United Arab Emirates from September 9 to September 28, 2025. The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) announced that the event will adopt the T20 international format and feature eight teams competing for the title.
Although India is the official host, the matches will be held at neutral venues in Dubai and Abu Dhabi due to the ongoing geopolitical tensions between India and Pakistan. The group stage has been divided as follows:
- Group A: India, Pakistan, UAE, Oman
- Group B: Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, Hong Kong
A major highlight of the tournament will be the India vs. Pakistan face-off, scheduled for September 14. This will be their first cricket clash since recent border tensions and the Pahalgam attack in Kashmir earlier this year, igniting significant political controversy and intense public debate throughout the region.
The tournament potentially sets the stage for India and Pakistan to compete against each other up to three times, including possible encounters beyond the group stage. The cricketing event will culminate with the final match on September 28.
ACC President Mohsin Naqvi expressed his enthusiasm about hosting this marquee event in the UAE, emphasizing cricket’s unique power to unite Asian nations despite political challenges. Fans are eagerly anticipating the complete schedule and fixture announcements, which are expected soon.
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