ACC Confirms Venues For Asia Cup 2025; India vs Pakistan To Be Played On September 14 At THIS Stadium
India will play their Group A matches against UAE and the high-stakes clash against Pakistan at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on September 10 and 14 respectively, while its clash against Oman is slated to happen at the Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium in Abu Dhabi on September 19.
"The Asia Cup is more than just a tournament, it's a celebration of Asian cricket. Hosting it in the UAE allows us to bring the excitement to one of the most vibrant cricketing hubs in the world. Dubai and Abu Dhabi are well equipped to deliver a seamless and world class experience for players, fans, and broadcasters alike," said Mohsin Naqvi, President of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) in a statement on Saturday.
"We are confident that the 2025 edition will not only set new standards for excellence but also deepen the connection between the game and millions of passionate supporters across the continent," he added.
#ACCMensAsiaCup2025 confirmed to be hosted in Dubai and Abu Dhabi The continent's premier championship kicks off on 9th September
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Notably, India, Pakistan, UAE and Oman are placed in Group A, while Group B comprises of Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan and Hong Kong. It's also the first time Asia Cup, to be held in the T20I format keeping in mind the preparation of teams for the 2026 Men's T20 World Cup, will have eight teams.
Top two teams from each group will progress to the Super Fours stage, with the top two facing each other in the title clash to decide the winner of the 17th edition of the Asia Cup, which kicks off with Afghanistan facing Hong Kong China.
The hosting rights of the upcoming Asia Cup 2025 are with India, but after an agreement struck between the BCCI and the PCB due to geopolitical and diplomatic tensions, tournaments held in India or Pakistan will see a neutral venue provided for the other side for a three-year period.
The agreement came about ahead of the Champions Trophy held in Pakistan earlier this year. India played all their games in Dubai. The final, which India qualified for and won, was also held in Dubai.
India are the defending champions of the Asia Cup, having beaten Sri Lanka in the 2023 final held in the 50-over format in Colombo. Sri Lanka had won the Asia Cup in the T20I version after beating Pakistan in the final in 2022.
2025 Men's T20 Asia Cup Full Schedule
September 9 - Afghanistan vs Hong Kong China, Abu Dhabi
September 10 - India vs UAE, Dubai
September 11 - Bangladesh vs Hong Kong China, Abu Dhabi
September 12 - Pakistan vs Oman, Dubai
September 13 - Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka, Abu Dhabi
September 14 - India vs Pakistan, Dubai
September 15 - UAE vs Oman, Abu Dhabi
September 15 - Sri Lanka vs Hong Kong China, Dubai
September 16 - Bangladesh vs Afghanistan, Abu Dhabi
September 17 - Pakistan vs UAE, Dubai
September 18 - Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan, Abu Dhabi
September 19 - India vs Oman, Abu Dhabi
September 20 – B1 vs B2, Dubai
September 21 – A1 vs A2, Dubai
September 23 – A2 vs B1, Abu Dhabi
September 24 – A1 vs B2, Dubai
September 25 – A2 vs B2, Dubai
September 26 – A1 vs B1, Dubai
September 28 – Final, Dubai
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