Asia Cup 2025: Exciting Schedule and India-Pakistan Clash Set for September
Asia Cup 2025 Dates Announced
The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) has revealed that the Asia Cup 2025 will take place from September 9 to September 28. This edition will feature a T20 format, with a total of 19 matches scheduled. The anticipation has heightened as India and Pakistan find themselves in the same group.
Key Match: India vs Pakistan
Reports indicate that the highly anticipated match between India and Pakistan is set for September 14 (Saturday). This encounter is expected to be one of the most significant and discussed matches of the group stage, drawing cricket enthusiasts from around the globe.
Group Composition
Both teams are placed in Group A, alongside UAE and Oman. Following the Asia Cup 2023, fans are eager to witness another showdown between these two cricketing giants.
Team Groupings
This tournament will feature eight teams divided into two groups:
Group A: India, Pakistan, UAE, Oman
Group B: Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, Hong Kong
Each team will compete against others in their group, with the top teams advancing to the Super Four stage. The tournament will culminate in the final match on September 28.
Official Confirmation from ACC
ACC President Mohsin Naqvi has officially confirmed the tournament dates, emphasizing that this edition will also be played in T20 format. This competition is crucial for teams as they prepare for the 2026 T20 World Cup, and despite a packed international cricket calendar, the tournament has been scheduled for September.
Significance of India-Pakistan Matches
Matches between India and Pakistan transcend mere sport; they embody a long-standing rivalry and deep emotions between the two nations. With bilateral series currently absent, tournaments like the Asia Cup offer a rare opportunity for these teams to compete against each other.
The outcome of the match on September 14 will significantly influence the group standings and the subsequent knockout phase for both teams.
Match Schedule
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September 9: Afghanistan vs Hong Kong
September 10: India vs UAE
September 11: Bangladesh vs Hong Kong
September 12: Pakistan vs UAE
September 13: Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka
September 14: India vs Pakistan
September 15: UAE vs Oman
September 15: Sri Lanka vs Hong Kong
September 16: Bangladesh vs Afghanistan
September 17: Pakistan vs UAE
September 18: Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan
September 19: India vs Oman
Super 4 stage:
September 20: Group B Qualifier 1 vs Group B Qualifier 2
September 21: Group A Qualifier 1 vs Group A Qualifier 2
September 23: Group A Qualifier 1 vs Group B Qualifier 2
September 24: Group B Qualifier 1 vs Group A Qualifier 2
September 25: Group A Qualifier 2 vs Group B Qualifier 2
September 26: Group A Qualifier 1 vs Group B Qualifier 1
FINAL: September 28