Asia Cup 2025 Schedule, Teams, and Match Timing-Complete Fixture Guide

The Asia Cup 2025 is finally here, and cricket fans across the continent are gearing up for one of the most exciting tournaments of the year. Scheduled from September 9 to September 28, 2025, this edition of the Asia Cup will be played in the T20 format, making a crucial warm-up ahead of the T20 World Cup 2026. India is the official host, the entire tournament, which will be staged in the United Arab Emirates due to the politically sensitive situation between India and Pakistan.

As the associate nations like the UAE, Oman, and Hong Kong, this year’s Asia Cup promises not only blockbuster clashes but also the rise of fresh cricketing stories from emerging teams. Let’s dive into the full schedule, participating teams, venues, and key match timings for The Asia Cup 2025.

Participating Teams and Format

A total of 8 teams will feature in the Asia Cup 2025, which can be divided into two groups:

1. Group A: India, Pakistan, UAE, Oman
2. Group B: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Hong Kong

Each of the teams will play in the round robin format within the group, as the top two from each group qualify for the Super Four stage, where they can also face each other again. The top two Super Four teams, which cannot clash in the grand Asia Cup 2025 final on September 28 in Dubai.

Complete Asia Cup 2025 Schedule and Match Timings

Group Stage Fixtures

Date

Match

Venue

Time (GST / IST)

Sep 9

Afghanistan vs Hong Kong

Abu Dhabi

6:30 PM GST / 8:00 PM IST

Sep 10

UAE vs India

Dubai

6:30 PM GST / 8:00 PM IST

Sep 11

Bangladesh vs Hong Kong

Abu Dhabi

6:30 PM GST / 8:00 PM IST

Sep 12

Oman vs Pakistan

Dubai

6:30 PM GST / 8:00 PM IST

Sep 13

Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka

Abu Dhabi

6:30 PM GST / 8:00 PM IST

Sep 14

India vs Pakistan

Dubai

6:30 PM GST / 8:00 PM IST

Sep 15

Hong Kong vs Sri Lanka

Dubai

6:30 PM GST / 8:00 PM IST

Sep 15

UAE vs Oman

Abu Dhabi

4:00 PM GST / 5:30 PM IST

Sep 16

Afghanistan vs Bangladesh

Abu Dhabi

6:30 PM GST / 8:00 PM IST

Sep 17

UAE vs Pakistan

Dubai

6:30 PM GST / 8:00 PM IST

Sep 18

Afghanistan vs Sri Lanka

Abu Dhabi

6:30 PM GST / 8:00 PM IST

Sep 19

India vs Oman

Abu Dhabi

6:30 PM GST / 8:00 PM IST

Asia Cup 2025 Final

1. Date: September 28, 2025
2. Venue: Dubai International Stadium
3. Time: 6:30 GST/8:00 PM IST

The final, which will decide who emerges as the champion of Asia cricket. With the powerhouses like India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka in the mix, and the dark horses like Afghanistan and the UAE and the year finale is shaping up to be one of the most thrilling in recent history.

Key matches to watch out for

1. India vs Pakistan: Always the marquee clash, expected to draw millions of viewers worldwide
2. Super Four India vs Pakistan: A potential rematch that could decide the finalists.
3. Afghanistan vs Sri Lanka: Both teams have a history of pulling off great moves and can also shape the Super Four race.
4. Associate Showdowns(UAE vs Oman): A chance for newer teams to make their mark.

The Asia Cup 2025 which not just any other tournament; it is the battle of continental supremacy, a chance for teams to fine-tune their T20 strategies, and an opportunity for fans to witness some of the fiercest in cricket. From the glamour of India vs Pakistan to the spirit of emerging Asian teams, the edition promises high-octane action from start to finish.

Even if you are watching live from the stadiums of Dubai and Abu Dhabi or streaming online, just be ready for three weeks of non-stop cricket drama.

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