The Asia Cup 2025 is gearing up to deliver high-octane action, and the biggest spotlight is already set on the most anticipated clash in world cricket — India vs Pakistan, scheduled for September 14 in Dubai. Fans worldwide are counting down the days as the arch-rivals face off in the group stage, with the potential to meet again in the Super Four or even the grand final on September 28.
With the tournament serving as a key build-up to the 2026 T20 World Cup, every match will matter — but none more than India vs Pakistan.
India vs Pakistan – September 14 in Dubai
This high-voltage clash will be played at 7:30 PM IST under the lights in Dubai, a venue that has seen several epic battles between the two nations in recent years. With world-class talents on both sides, the match promises fireworks, drama, and moments to remember.
What Makes It Special:
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Historic rivalry with global viewership
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Suryakumar Yadav vs Shaheen Afridi?
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A likely Super Four or final rematch
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Huge implications on group standings
Final on September 28 – Who Will Lift the Trophy?
The tournament will culminate in a grand final on September 28, where the top two teams from the Super Four stage will battle it out for continental glory. Could we see an India vs Pakistan final? If the group stage clash is anything to go by, the final could be a rematch for the ages.
Asia Cup 2025 Overview
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Edition: 17th
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Host Country: United Arab Emirates (UAE)
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Format: T20 International
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Start Date: 9 September 2025
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Final Date: 28 September 2025
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Venues: Dubai & Abu Dhabi
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Defending Champions: India
This edition will feature 8 teams, including the five full ACC members and three top qualifiers from the 2024 ACC Men’s Premier Cup.
Last 5 Asia Cup Winners
Year | Winner |
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2023 | India |
2022 | Sri Lanka |
2018 | India |
2016 | India |
2014 | Sri Lanka |
India is the most successful team in the competition, with eight titles, followed by Sri Lanka with six and Pakistan with two.
Tournament Format
The Asia Cup 2025 will have a two-phase format:
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Group Stage: Two groups of four teams.
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Super Four: Top two from each group.
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Final: Top two from the Super Four.
Group A
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India
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Pakistan
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UAE
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Oman
Group B
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Sri Lanka
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Bangladesh
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Afghanistan
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Hong Kong
Asia Cup 2025 Group Stage Schedule
Group A Matches
Date | Match | Venue | Time (IST) |
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10 Sept | India vs UAE | Dubai | 7:30 PM |
12 Sept | Pakistan vs Oman | Abu Dhabi | 7:30 PM |
14 Sept | India vs Pakistan | Dubai | 7:30 PM |
15 Sept | UAE vs Oman | Abu Dhabi | 7:30 PM |
17 Sept | Pakistan vs UAE | Dubai | 7:30 PM |
19 Sept | India vs Oman | Abu Dhabi | 7:30 PM |
Group B Matches
Date | Match | Venue | Time (IST) |
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9 Sept | Afghanistan vs Hong Kong | Abu Dhabi | 7:30 PM |
11 Sept | Bangladesh vs Hong Kong | Dubai | 7:30 PM |
13 Sept | Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh | Abu Dhabi | 7:30 PM |
15 Sept | Sri Lanka vs Hong Kong | Dubai | 7:30 PM |
16 Sept | Bangladesh vs Afghanistan | Abu Dhabi | 7:30 PM |
18 Sept | Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan | Dubai | 7:30 PM |
Super Four Fixtures
Date | Match | Venue | Time (IST) |
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20 Sept | Group B Q1 vs Group B Q2 | TBD | 7:30 PM |
21 Sept | Group A Q1 vs Group A Q2 | TBD | 7:30 PM |
23 Sept | Group A Q1 vs Group B Q2 | TBD | 7:30 PM |
24 Sept | Group B Q1 vs Group A Q2 | TBD | 7:30 PM |
25 Sept | Group A Q2 vs Group B Q2 | TBD | 7:30 PM |
26 Sept | Group A Q1 vs Group B Q1 | TBD | 7:30 PM |
Final – September 28, 2025
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Match: Asia Cup 2025 Final
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Date: 28 September 2025
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Time: 7:30 PM IST
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Venue: TBD
The top two teams from the Super Four will go head-to-head to claim the prestigious title.
Players to Watch
India
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Suryakumar Yadav
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Hardik Pandya
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Yashasvi Jaiswal
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Abhishek Sharma
Pakistan
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Mohammed Rizwan
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Shaheen Afridi
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Babar Azam (expected)
Others to Watch
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Matheesha Pathirana (Sri Lanka)
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Rashid Khan (Afghanistan)
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Rahmanullah Gurbaz (Afghanistan)
Download the Asia Cup 2025 PDF Schedule
Stay on top of the action with the official Asia Cup 2025 schedule PDF, featuring full match fixtures, times, and venues. Bookmark your team’s games and never miss a moment.
Final Thoughts
With India vs Pakistan on September 14 and the final on September 28, the Asia Cup 2025 is shaping up to be one of the most exciting cricket events of the year. Will India defend their title? Will we witness a historic India-Pakistan final? Only time will tell.
But one thing’s certain — cricket fans are in for a treat.
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