For the first time, the Asia Cup will include eight teams divided into two groups. Group A is made up of India, Pakistan, the UAE, and Oman, while Group B includes Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, and Hong Kong. The top two teams from each group will advance to the Super Four stage, where they will play off again until the top two qualify for the final in Dubai on September 28.
The 17th edition of the Asia Cup is scheduled to take place in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) from September 9 to 28, 2025, with eight nations competing for the coveted trophy. This year’s T20I tournament will serve as a preparation platform for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, which will be held in India and Sri Lanka.
The showpiece India vs Pakistan match will kick off the group round on September 14 in Dubai.
If both teams advance, they may meet again in the Super Fours (September 21) and possibly in the final, marking the first time in the tournament’s history. Dubai will host 11 matches, including the final, while Abu Dhabi will play eight. Meanwhile, India comes as the defending winners, having defeated Sri Lanka in the 2023 final, and owns the Asia Cup record with eight titles. Sri Lanka follows with six, while Pakistan has won the award twice.
Asia Cup 2025 live streaming and telecast, timings:
When will the Asia Cup 2025 start?
Asia Cup 2025 will begin on September 09 (Tuesday).
Which two teams will lock horns in the first match of the Asia Cup 2025?
The opening match of the tournament will see Afghanistan lock horns with Hong Kong.
At what time will Asia Cup 2025 matches begin?
All matches of the Asia Cup 2025 will have a 7:30 PM IST start.
At what time will the match. no 1 of Asia Cup 2025 starts?
The opening game will begin at 7:30 PM IST.
At what time will the toss during Asia Cup 2025 take place?
The toss will take place 30 minutes before the scheduled start of a match.
Which TV Channels will live telecast Asia Cup 2025 matches?
Indian fans will be able to watch the Asia Cup 2025 on live TV on the Sony Sports Network.
How to watch live streaming of Asia Cup 2025 matches in India?
The live streaming platform for the Asia Cup 2025 is yet to be announced.
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