Asia Cup 2025: India to Host Tournament in UAE

Major Update on Asia Cup 2025

A significant announcement regarding the Asia Cup 2025 has emerged. During a meeting of the Asian Cricket Council held in Dhaka, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) confirmed its agreement to host the tournament. This event will take place in the United Arab Emirates under India's organization.

Exciting Matches Expected

The schedule for the tournament is anticipated to be released soon. It is almost certain that fans will witness thrilling matches between India and Pakistan once again.

Participation and Representation

The ACC meeting saw participation from representatives of 25 member nations. Following the discussions, it was confirmed that the BCCI has agreed to host the Asia Cup in the UAE. Rajeev Shukla, the vice president of the board, attended the meeting virtually. It is likely that India will play all its matches in Dubai, although the schedule is still under consideration.

T20 Format for the Tournament

This edition of the Asia Cup will be played in the T20 format. It was previously decided that the Asia Cup would follow the same format as the upcoming World Cup. The T20 World Cup is scheduled for 2026, which is why the Asia Cup will also be in T20 format.

Tournament Dates and Participating Teams

Reports suggest that the Asia Cup 2025 may kick off on September 5, with the final match slated for September 21. Besides India and Pakistan, teams from Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, UAE, Oman, and Hong Kong will also participate in the tournament.