The United Arab Emirates is prepared to host the 17th season of the Asia Cup 2025, which will be a T20 format. It was originally planned to take place in India but was moved to a neutral venue in the UAE due to political reasons.
The last Asia Cup was held in 2023, though it was a One-Day International (ODI), and India secured a massive win of 10 wickets. For the upcoming season, the schedule, venue, and squads have been announced. In this article, you will learn everything about the ACC Asia Cup 2025 schedule Live Updates and other important details.
Asia Cup 2025 Schedule
Cricket Asia Cup 2025 scheduled for Sept. 9, 2025, and final will played on Sept. 28, 2025. A total of eight teams will participate in 19 matches that will be played in Dubai and Abu Dhabi (UAE). India, the defending champions, will play the first match against the UAE on Sept. 10, 2025.
ACC Asia Cup Full Schedule 2025
| Date | Match | Venue | Time (IST) |
| Group Stage | |||
| 9 Sep 2025 (Tue) | Afghanistan vs Hong Kong | Abu Dhabi | 7:30 PM IST |
| 10 Sep (Wed) | India vs UAE | Dubai | 7:30 PM IST |
| 11 Sep (Thu) | Bangladesh vs Hong Kong | Abu Dhabi | 7:30 PM IST |
| 12 Sep (Fri) | Pakistan vs Oman | Dubai | 7:30 PM IST |
| 13 Sep (Sat) | Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka | Abu Dhabi | 7:30 PM IST |
| 14 Sep (Sun) | India vs Pakistan | Dubai | 7:30 PM IST |
| 15 Sep (Mon) | UAE vs Oman | Abu Dhabi | 7:30 PM IST |
| 15 Sep (Mon) | Sri Lanka vs Hong Kong | Dubai | 7:30 PM IST |
| 16 Sep (Tue) | Bangladesh vs Afghanistan | Abu Dhabi | 7:30 PM IST |
| 17 Sep (Wed) | Pakistan vs UAE | Dubai | 7:30 PM IST |
| 18 Sep (Thu) | Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan | Abu Dhabi | 7:30 PM IST |
| 19 Sep (Fri) | India vs Oman | Abu Dhabi | 7:30 PM IST |
| Super Four Stage | |||
| 20 Sep (Sat) | TBA | Dubai | 7:30 PM IST |
| 21 Sep (Sun) | TBA | Dubai | 7:30 PM IST |
| 23 Sep (Tue) | TBA | Abu Dhabi | 7:30 PM IST |
| 24 Sep (Wed) | TBA | Dubai | 7:30 PM IST |
| 25 Sep (Thu) | TBA | Dubai | 7:30 PM IST |
| 26 Sep (Fri) | TBA | Dubai | 7:30 PM IST |
| Final | |||
| 28 Sep (Sun) | Final (Top 2 Teams) | Dubai | 7:30 PM IST |
Asia Cup 2025 Venue
All Asia Cup matches will be played in two venues – Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi, and Dubai International Cricket Stadium, starting from September 9. The first match is scheduled between Afghanistan and Hong Kong at Sheikh Zayed Stadium.
Will India Play Against Pakistan in Asia Cup 2025
Yes, India will play against Pakistan in a group stage match on Sept. 14, 2025, at Dubai. This will be the 2nd clash this year, as previously, India defeated Pakistan by 6 wickets in the Champions Trophy. These duo likely to lock horns in the Super 4 stage and final. Interestingly, India and Pakistan have never met in the final of Asia Cup so far.
Asia Cup 2025 Teams Squads Live Updates
The following eight teams will participate in Asia Cup and play 19 matches including the final:
- Group A: India, Pakistan, UAE, Oman.
- Group B: Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, Hong Kong.
Asia Cup 2025 Squad Announcement Live Update
The following is the possible Indian squad for the ACC Asia Cup: Suryakumar Yadav (C), Shubman Gill (VC), Sanju Samson, Abhishek Sharma, Shreyas Iyer, Tilak Verma, Rinku Singh, Dhruv Jurel, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Harshit Rana, Arshdeep Singh, Mohammed Siraj, Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakravarthy.
Frequently Asked Questions
When Asia Cup 2025 Starts?
Asia Cup 2025 will start from September 9, 2025 in UAE. The first match will be played between Afghanistan and Hong Kong.
How Many Matches Played in Asia Cup?
A total of 19 matches will be played among eight teams. It includes 12 group stage matches, six Super 4 matches, and the final on September 28, 2025.
Who is Asia Cup 2025 Host Country?
The United Arab Emirates is the host country for the Asia Cup 17th edition starting from September 9, 2025. The tournament is T20 format and take place in two prominent venues: Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
Is India Playing Asia Cup 2025?
Yes, India is participating Asia Cup and play its first match against UAE in group stage match on September 10, 2025. India also play its most anticipated match against Pakistan on September 14.
