The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) has officially revealed the full schedule for the Men’s Asia Cup 2025, confirming a high-octane group-stage clash between traditional rivals Pakistan and India on September 14. The tournament will be hosted in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and played in the T20 format, serving as a crucial preparatory event ahead of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026, which is set to take place in India and Sri Lanka next February.
This year’s edition will feature eight teams, divided into two groups:
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Group A: Pakistan, India, UAE, Oman
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Group B: Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, Hong Kong
Key Fixtures:
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Opening match: Afghanistan vs Hong Kong – September 9
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Pakistan’s first match: vs Oman – September 12
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India vs Pakistan: September 14 – the most anticipated group-stage clash
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Pakistan vs UAE: September 17 – Green Shirts conclude the group stage
Following the group stage, the top two teams from each group will qualify for the Super Four, which begins on September 20. Should both Pakistan and India advance, fans may witness another thrilling encounter on September 21.
The final of the Asia Cup 2025 will be played on September 28, where the top two teams from the Super Four will battle for the title.
🗓️ ACC Men’s Asia Cup 2025 – Complete Schedule
Group Stage Matches:
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Sep 9: Afghanistan vs Hong Kong
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Sep 10: India vs UAE
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Sep 11: Bangladesh vs Hong Kong
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Sep 12: Pakistan vs Oman
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Sep 13: Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka
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Sep 14: India vs Pakistan
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Sep 15: UAE vs Oman, Sri Lanka vs Hong Kong
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Sep 16: Bangladesh vs Afghanistan
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Sep 17: Pakistan vs UAE
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Sep 18: Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan
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Sep 19: India vs Oman
Super Four Fixtures:
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Sep 20: B1 vs B2
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Sep 21: A1 vs A2
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Sep 23: A2 vs B1
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Sep 24: A1 vs B2
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Sep 25: A2 vs B2
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Sep 26: A1 vs B1
Final:
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Sep 28: Top two teams from Super Four
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