Asia Cup 2025: Asia Cup 2025 Schedule & Result, Qualification, Key matches, Teams & Groups, Winner: The Asia Cup 2025 event, scheduled to take place in August or September, promises to be a thrilling showcase of cricketing excellence, as some of Asia’s best teams will compete for the coveted title.
This edition of the Asia Cup is set to deliver high-octane matches, unforgettable moments and fierce rivalries, bringing together countries with rich cricketing heritage. This is all the information you require about the forthcoming competition.
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Asia Cup 2025 Tournament Overview
Eight teams will participate in the Asia Cup 2025. The tournament will follow a round-robin format, ensuring that each team faces every other team at least once.
The top four teams from the group stage will advance to the semi-finals, which will culminate in the Grand Final to determine the champion.
Tournament: 17th Asia Cup (Men’s T20I)
Administration: Asian Cricket Council
Format: Group Stage → Super Four → Final
Teams (8): India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, UAE, Hong Kong, Oman
Dates: September 09 – September 28, 2025
Host: India
Asia Cup 2025 Schedule & Result
Group Stage Fixtures (9–28 September 2025)
The teams have been divided into two groups:
- Group A: India, Pakistan, UAE, Oman
- Group B: Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, Hong Kong
Match Schedule:
| Date | Fixture | Group | Match Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Sep Tue | Afghanistan vs Hong Kong | Group B | |
| 10 Sep Wed | India vs UAE | Group A | |
| 11 Sep Thu | Bangladesh vs Hong Kong | Group B | |
| 12 Sep Fri | Pakistan vs Oman | Group A | |
| 13 Sep Sat | Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka | Group B | |
| 14 Sep Sun | India vs Pakistan | Group A | |
| 15 Sep Mon | UAE vs Oman | Group A | |
| 15 Sep Mon | Sri Lanka vs Hong Kong | Group B | |
| 16 Sep Tue | Bangladesh vs Afghanistan | Group B | |
| 17 Sep Wed | Pakistan vs UAE | Group A | |
| 18 Sep Thu | Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan | Group B | |
| 19 Sep Fri | India vs Oman | Group A |
Super Four Stage (20 – 26 September 2025)
The top two teams from each group will qualify as A1, A2, B1, and B2 for the Super Four stage.
Super Four Fixtures:
| Date | Fixture |
| 20 Sep Sat | B1 vs B2 |
| 21 Sep Sun | A1 vs A2 |
| 23 Sep Tue | A2 vs B1 |
| 24 Sep Wed | A1 vs B2 |
| 25 Sep Thu | A2 vs B2 |
| 26 Sep Fri | A1 vs B1 |
Final – Sunday, 28 September 2025
The top two teams from the Super Four will clash in the grand finale on 28th September 2025 to determine the Asia Cup 2025 Champion.
| Match | Date | Venue | Teams Involved | Result |
| 1 | 28th September 2025 | — | T1 vs T2 | —— |
Host Nation: UAE & Venue
United Arab Emirates
The entire tournament will be staged in the UAE, with matches expected to take place across Dubai and Abu Dhabi, ensuring world-class facilities and a grand stage for one of Asia’s biggest cricketing events.
High-Stakes Clashes to Watch:
- India vs Pakistan (14 Sep, Sunday) – The mother of all rivalries.
- Super Four Stage – Promises intense competition between Asia’s top teams.
- Final (28 Sep) – The ultimate showdown.
Asia Cup 2025 Qualification
Six teams will compete in the competition. United Arab Emirates, who qualified by winning the 2024 ACC Men’s Premier Cup, will join the five automatic qualifiers for the tournament—Afghanistan, Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka—as full members of the Asian Cricket Council.
Asia Cup 2025: Groups
| Group A | Group B |
| India (H) | Afghanistan |
| Pakistan | Bangladesh |
| Hong Kong | Oman |
| United Arab Emirates | Sri Lanka |
Asia Cup 2025: Points Table
Group A
| Pos | Team | Pld | W | L | NR | Pts | NRR |
| 1 | India | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 2 | Pakistan | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 3 | United Arab Emirates | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 4 | Hong Kong | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
Group B
| Pos | Team | Pld | W | L | NR | Pts | NRR |
| 1 | Bangladesh | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 2 | Sri Lanka | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 3 | Afghanistan | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 4 | Oman | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
Key matches to watch in Asia Cup 2025
India vs Pakistan: The biggest rivalry the first match between India and Pakistan is always a thriller. The two teams have a history of fierce competition and this match is expected to set the tone for the tournament.
Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh: Giants versus. Bangladesh and Sri Lanka have both consistently done well in the Asia Cup. The way both sides play will be determined by this match.
Afghanistan vs Pakistan: The cricket rivalry between Afghanistan and Pakistan is relatively new compared to the long-standing rivalries between other teams in the region. However, its intensity has grown rapidly.
Afghanistan’s emergence as a competitive cricket nation in the early 2010s set the stage for this rivalry. Many Afghan players honed their skills in Pakistan, where they received better facilities and coaching. This shared history has added a layer of complexity to their encounters on the field.
Asia Cup Winner List 1986 – 2025.
| Year | Winner Team | Runner Up |
| 2025 | TBD | TBD |
| 2023 | India | Sri Lanka |
| 2022 | Sri Lanka | Pakistan |
| 2018 | India | Bangladesh |
| 2016 | India | Bangladesh |
| 2014 | Sri Lanka | Pakistan |
| 2012 | Pakistan | Bangladesh |
| 2010 | India | Sri Lanka |
| 2008 | Sri Lanka | India |
| 2004 | Sri Lanka | India |
| 2000 | Pakistan | Sri Lanka |
| 1997 | Sri Lanka | India |
| 1995 | India | Sri Lanka |
| 1990-91 | India | Sri Lanka |
| 1988 | India | Sri Lanka |
| 1986 | Sri Lanka | Pakistan |
| 1984 | India | Sri Lanka |
Also Read: India to host Asia Cup 2025. Will Pakistan Travel to India?
Source: Wikipedia
What is the Asia Cup 2025?
The Asia Cup 2025 is a biennial cricket tournament featuring the top national teams from Asia. It is one of the most prestigious cricket tournaments in the region.
Which teams will participate in the Asia Cup 2025?
The teams that typically participate include India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, and one or more teams that qualify through regional tournaments, like the UAE, Hong Kong, or Nepal.
What format will the Asia Cup 2025 follow?
The format for the Asia Cup alternates between One Day Internationals (ODIs) and Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is). The format for the 2025 edition will depend on the scheduling and the ICC’s Future Tours Programme (FTP).
Where will the Asia Cup 2025 be held?
The host country for Asia Cup 2025 will be decided closer to the event. The host country is usually a member of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC). However, according to cricket experts, the UAE will host the Asia Cup
How can I buy tickets for the Asia Cup 2025?
Tickets for the Asia Cup 2025 will be available for purchase through official cricket board websites, ticketing partners, and authorized outlets. Details will be released closer to the event.
Will the Asia Cup 2025 be broadcast on TV?
Yes, the Asia Cup 2025 will be broadcast live on various sports channels and streamed online. The official broadcasting partners will be announced closer to the tournament.
How can I watch the Asia Cup 2025 online?
The Asia Cup 2025 will be available for live streaming on various platforms. Official streaming partners will be announced closer to the event, and viewers can watch the matches on their mobile devices, tablets, and computers.
Who are the favorites to win the Asia Cup 2025?
It’s too early to predict, but traditionally strong teams like India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka are often considered favorites. The form of the teams leading up to the tournament will play a significant role.
What is the history of the Asia Cup?
The Asia Cup was first held in 1984. It has alternated between ODI and T20I formats and has seen fierce competition among Asian cricketing nations. India has been the most successful team in the tournament’s history.
