The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) has officially unveiled the full schedule for the Asia Cup 2025, confirming that the much-anticipated tournament will take place from September 9 to 28, 2025, in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The tournament will be played in the T20 International (T20I) format and features a total of eight teams divided into two groups.
Pakistan and India in the Same Group
One of the biggest highlights of the schedule release is the confirmation that arch-rivals Pakistan and India are placed in Group A, setting up a blockbuster clash on September 14. The two sides could potentially meet twice more — once in the Super Four stage and again in the final, depending on results.
Asia Cup 2025 Groups
Group A
- Pakistan
- India
- United Arab Emirates (UAE)
- Oman
Group B
- Bangladesh
- Sri Lanka
- Afghanistan
- Hong Kong
Tournament Format
- The Group Stage will feature 12 matches, with each team playing the others in their group once.
- The top two teams from each group will advance to the Super Four stage.
- In the Super Four, teams will compete in another round-robin format.
- The top two teams from the Super Four will meet in the final on September 28.
Asia Cup 2025 Schedule
Group Stage Matches
- Sep 9 – Afghanistan vs Hong Kong
- Sep 10 – India vs UAE
- Sep 11 – Bangladesh vs Hong Kong
- Sep 12 – Pakistan vs Oman
- Sep 13 – Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka
- Sep 14 – India vs Pakistan 🏆
- Sep 15 – UAE vs Oman
- Sep 15 – Sri Lanka vs Hong Kong
- Sep 16 – Bangladesh vs Afghanistan
- Sep 17 – Pakistan vs UAE
- Sep 18 – Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan
- Sep 19 – India vs Oman
Super Four Matches
- Sep 20 – B1 vs B2
- Sep 21 – A1 vs A2 (Possible IND vs PAK again)
- Sep 23 – A2 vs B1
- Sep 24 – A1 vs B2
- Sep 25 – A2 vs B2
- Sep 26 – A1 vs B1
Final
- Sep 28 – Final Match (Top 2 teams from Super Four)
Final Thoughts
With 19 high-stakes matches, the Asia Cup 2025 promises to be one of the most thrilling cricket tournaments of the year. Set in the UAE’s world-class venues, including Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah, the event also serves as a crucial build-up to the ICC T20 World Cup 2026.
Cricket fans around the globe can gear up for a month full of action, drama, and unforgettable moments — especially the potential multiple clashes between India and Pakistan.
Stay tuned for venue-specific details and ticketing information in the coming weeks!
