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Asia Cup 2025 T20 in UAE: India Squad Update, Schedule, Fixtures, Venues

The Asia Cup 2025 is back in the T20 format and threatens high-octane action under the lights in the United Arab Emirates. The tournament will run from September 9 to 28, 2025, and the matches will be divided between Dubai and Abu Dhabi—a tried-and-tested desert theatre for white-ball thrillers. The biggie encounter, India vs Pakistan, will be played on September 14 in Dubai, and it’s already the most sought-after ticket in town.

Asia Cup 2025 (T20)

The Asia Cup 2025 (T20 tournament) will be conducted in the UAE from September 9 to 28, 2025, with 8 teams – India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, Oman, UAE, and Hong Kong. The event will be full of excitement with deadly cricket action consisting of the most-watched India vs Pakistan match on September 14 in Dubai. With Asia’s leading cricketing nations and emerging sides playing, the fans are promised high-voltage matches, fierce rivalries, and memories on the field.

Category Details
Format T20 International (T20I)
Dates 9th September – 28th September 2025
Host Nation United Arab Emirates (Dubai & Abu Dhabi)
Number of Teams 8 Teams (India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, Oman, UAE, Hong Kong)
Major Blockbuster India vs Pakistan – 14th September 2025, Dubai International Stadium

Asia Cup 2025 Schedule (Indian Standard Time)

The Asia Cup 2025 T20 tournament is going to start on 9th September 2025 in the UAE, with games being played in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. There will be 8 teams participating, and the list includes India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, Oman, UAE, and Hong Kong. The India vs Pakistan match on 14th September in Dubai is something that has been anxiously looked forward to by the fans.

Here’s the Asia Cup 2025 Schedule (IST):

Date Fixture Round Time (IST) Venue
Sept 9 Afghanistan vs Hong Kong Group B 7:30 PM Abu Dhabi
Sept 10 India vs UAE Group A 7:30 PM Dubai
Sept 11 Bangladesh vs Hong Kong Group B 7:30 PM Abu Dhabi
Sept 12 Pakistan vs Oman Group A 7:30 PM Dubai
Sept 13 Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka Group B 7:30 PM Abu Dhabi
Sept 14 India vs Pakistan Group A 7:30 PM Dubai
Sept 15 (Afternoon) UAE vs Oman Group A 3:30 PM Abu Dhabi
Sept 15 (Evening) Sri Lanka vs Hong Kong Group B 7:30 PM Dubai
Sept 16 Bangladesh vs Afghanistan Group B 7:30 PM Abu Dhabi
Sept 17 Pakistan vs UAE Group A 7:30 PM Dubai
Sept 18 Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan Group B 7:30 PM Abu Dhabi
Sept 19 India vs Oman Group A 7:30 PM Abu Dhabi
Sept 20 Super Four Match 1 (B1 vs B2) Super Four 7:30 PM Dubai
Sept 21 Super Four Match 2 (A1 vs A2) Super Four 7:30 PM Dubai
Sept 23 Super Four Match 3 (A2 vs B1) Super Four 7:30 PM Abu Dhabi
Sept 24 Super Four Match 4 (B1 vs A2) Super Four 7:30 PM Dubai
Sept 25 Super Four Match 5 (A2 vs B2) Super Four 7:30 PM Dubai
Sept 26 Super Four Match 6 (A1 vs B1) Super Four 7:30 PM Dubai
Sept 28 Grand Final Final 7:30 PM Dubai

India’s Asia Cup 2025 Squad

The BCCI will reveal India’s 15-man T20I squad today in Mumbai, with Ajit Agarkar leading the press conference. Suryakumar Yadav will most likely remain T20I captain, as Jasprit Bumrah has volunteered for selection—huge for India’s death-overs punch. Final names will be made official after the announcement.
Why it matters: India are the current champions, and the Asia Cup is a selection test as well as the run-up to the T20 World Cup cycle. The think tank will look to strike a balance between intent-driven top-order hitters, spin accelerators, and a pace core led by Bumrah.

Squad Announcement Highlights

  • The BCCI selectors, led by Ajit Agarkar, held the press conference today at 1:30 PM IST in Mumbai to reveal the final squad of 15 players.

  • Suryakumar Yadav has been declared fit and confirmed to continue as T20I captain.

  • Jasprit Bumrah has also confirmed his availability, strengthening India’s fast-bowling lineup.

  • Reports suggest 5 surprising last-minute changes, including the exclusion of two key players.

Asia Cup 2025: India vs Pakistan Match

The most anticipated confrontation of the Asia Cup 2025 will be carried out on 14th September in Dubai when India faces Pakistan in a pulsating T20 game. Nicknamed the mother of all wars, this high-intensity match will be the most anticipated game of the competition. Both sides will present star-studded squads with world-class hitters, aggressive pacers, and spinners who are always ready to overwhelm. Supporters around the world are waiting in anticipation for this meeting since India vs Pakistan games are always filled with passion, drama, and moments to remember. This game could influence the route to the Asia Cup 2025 knockout stages.

Asia Cup 2025: Tickets, Broadcast & Live Streaming

Tickets: Look for staged releases for Dubai and Abu Dhabi matches through official ticketing agencies linked from ACC/host boards; India–Pakistan stock sells out quickest.
Live Streaming/Telecast: Indian broadcasters will announce channels + OTT with IST timings once the final schedule card is released. Look for “Asia Cup 2025 live streaming, how to watch, India match today” pages from broadcasters and leading sports portals.

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Asia Cup 2025 FAQs

Who is hosting the Asia Cup 2025?

The tournament will run from September 9-28 in the United Arab Emirates and will feature eight teams that will be battling it out for the coveted trophy.

Will Virat Kohli play Asia Cup 2025?

The 2025 T20 Asia Cup is set to have a very different look, with the leading run-getters of both India and Pakistan missing from the tournament. For India, stalwarts Rohit Sharma (4,231 runs) and Virat Kohli (4,188 runs) have already bid farewell to T20 internationals.

Who is the captain of India in the Asia Cup 2025?

The BCCI is set to announce India's 15-member squad for the ACC Men's Asia Cup 2025 on August 19, following a selection meeting in Mumbai. Suryakumar Yadav is expected to lead the team, with key T20 performers likely to be favored.

What channel is the Asia Cup 2025 on?

Watch all the live action from Asia Cup 2025, only on Sony LIV.

Where is the Asia Cup 2025 final?

The Asia Cup 2025 will be held in UAE from September 9 to September 28. Pakistan were placed in Group A along with India, UAE and Oman. They will be play their first game against Oman on September 12 before facing India on September 14 and UAE on September 17.

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