Asia Cup 2025 Preview: Teams, Dates, Venues & What’s New This Year
Asia's top men's cricket competition is expected to have one of its most thrilling seasons yet in 2025. From September 9 to September 28, 2025, eight teams—including all five full members of the Asian Cricket Council—will compete in the fast-paced T20 International (T20I) format at venues in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
High drama, fierce rivalries (particularly between India and Pakistan), and up-and-coming talents hoping to establish themselves are all anticipated during the group stages, Super Four round, and final. Teams are eager to test combinations, fitness, and temperament under duress because the competition also acts as a prelude to the T20 World Cup.
When the Competition Is Held
Date of Start: September 9, 2025
Final Date/End Date: September 28, 2025
Groups, Teams, Dates of Matches, and Stadiums
The teams, groupings, match schedule (Group Stage + Super Four + Final), and stadiums are all listed in this comprehensive table.
Group Teams :
Group A: United Arab Emirates (UAE), Oman, Pakistan, and India
Group B: Afghanistan, Hong Kong, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh
Group B: Afghanistan, Hong Kong, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh
Matches :
Date |
Match |
Stadium (Venue) |
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9 Sept | Afghanistan vs Hong Kong | Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi |
10 Sept | UAE vs India | Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai |
11 Sept | Bangladesh vs Hong Kong | Sheikh Zayed, Abu Dhabi |
12 Sept | Pakistan vs Oman | Dubai International Stadium, Dubai |
13 Sept | Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka | Sheikh Zayed, Abu Dhabi |
14 Sept | India vs Pakistan | Dubai International Stadium, Dubai |
15 Sept | UAE vs Oman | Sheikh Zayed, Abu Dhabi |
15 Sept | Hong Kong vs Sri Lanka | Dubai International Stadium, Dubai |
16 Sept | Afghanistan vs Bangladesh | Sheikh Zayed, Abu Dhabi |
17 Sept | UAE vs Pakistan | Dubai International Stadium, Dubai |
18 Sept | Afghanistan vs Sri Lanka | Sheikh Zayed, Abu Dhabi |
19 Sept | India vs Oman | Sheikh Zayed, Abu Dhabi |
Super Four Stage - Depends on which teams Win
Date |
Match |
Stadium |
---|---|---|
20 Sep | B1 vs B2 | Dubai International Stadium, Dubai |
21 Sep | A1 vs A2 | Dubai International Stadium, Dubai |
23 Sep | A2 vs B1 | Dubai International Stadium, Dubai |
24 Sep | A1 vs B2 | Dubai International Stadium, Dubai |
25 Sep | A2 vs B2 | Dubai International Stadium, Dubai |
26 Sep | A1 vs B1 | Dubai International Stadium, Dubai |
Final - Depends on Winner Teams
Date |
Match |
Stadium |
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28 Sep 2025 | Winner Super Four 1 vs Winner Super Four 2 (Final) |
Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai |
What's Unique or Interesting in 2025
The following characteristics set the 2025 Asia Cup apart from earlier iterations:
Return to Full T20 Format: The T20I format, which increases the level of tension and provides greater entertainment value, is used for the entire tournament.
More Teams / Wider Qualification: Three teams (UAE, Oman, and Hong Kong) have qualified through the ACC Premier Cup, adding more diversity and opportunity to the field in addition to the traditional full-member teams (India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan).
Group → Super Four → Final: Following the group stages, the top two players from each group move on to the Super Four, which means there will be more intense matches prior to the final.
Venues & Hosting: Abu Dhabi and Dubai in the United Arab Emirates will host. Two famous locations host matches.
Potential for Multiple India vs. Pakistan Matches: Should both teams advance through the phases, they may face each other up to three times: in the Super Four, in the group stage, and perhaps in the championship match. It adds a great deal of curiosity.
Potential for Multiple India vs. Pakistan Matches: Should both teams advance through the phases, they may face each other up to three times: in the Super Four, in the group stage, and perhaps in the championship match. It adds a great deal of curiosity.
Conclusion :
The Asia Cup 2025 is a celebration of cricket's most intense rivalries and the essence of Asian cricket, not just a competition. This year's tournament offers uncertainty and new thrills as established heavyweights like India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka compete against up-and-coming teams like the United Arab Emirates, Oman, and Hong Kong. Every game played here bears more significance as the T20 World Cup approaches, influencing not only regional bragging rights but also global momentum. In Dubai and Abu Dhabi, fans from all over the world can anticipate exhilarating encounters, remarkable performances, and the chance to see history. Ultimately, whether it's a story about an underdog or a champion taking back their position of success.
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