The 2025 Asia Cup cricket tournament will be held in the United Arab Emirates from September 9 to September 28. The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) President Mohsin Naqvi confirmed the dates and venue, revealing that the event will follow the T20 format. Eight teams will participate, including:
- India
- Pakistan
- Sri Lanka
- Bangladesh
- Afghanistan
- the UAE
- Oman
- Hong Kong
India and Pakistan, traditional rivals, are placed together in Group A, making their highly-anticipated clash scheduled for September 14 at the UAE. This face-off has gathered significant attention amid ongoing political tensions and recent incidents, including the Pahalgam terror attack.
The tournament promises intense competition as India and Pakistan could potentially face each other up to three times, depending on their progress. This edition of Asia Cup is notable for being the largest yet, featuring:
- Eight teams
- The Super Four stage
leading up to the final on September 28.
Cricket and Sportsmanship Amidst Challenges
Former Indian cricket captain Sourav Ganguly expressed support for the matches, stating, “Sport must go on,” emphasizing the need to separate cricket from terrorism while highlighting the spirit of the game.
The UAE hosting this prominent tournament underscores cricket’s role in fostering camaraderie across Asian countries amid political sensitivities. Detailed schedules and ticket information have been released for fans eager to witness the action-packed games.
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