The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) has officially confirmed the Asia cup 2025 venue, with Dubai and Abu Dhabi selected to host the tournament. Scheduled from September 9 to 28, the T20 Asia Cup 2025 will feature 19 matches across the two major UAE cities.
As per the official announcement, the Asia cup 2025 venue list includes Dubai International Cricket Stadium, which will host 11 matches including the much-anticipated India vs Pakistan Asia Cup clash, and Zayed Cricket Stadium in Abu Dhabi, which will stage 8 matches including the Asia Cup opening match between Afghanistan and Hong Kong.
Asia Cup 2025 Venue and Hosting Details
The asia cup 2025 venue distribution is designed to balance crowd capacity and broadcast infrastructure. Dubai will host high-profile matches such as India vs Pakistan and the final, while Abu Dhabi will manage the opening match and several key group stage fixtures.
According to ACC President Mohsin Naqvi, the tournament will offer a seamless experience for fans and players alike. He stated, “The Asia Cup is more than just a tournament — it’s a celebration of Asian cricket. Dubai and Abu Dhabi are well-equipped to deliver a world-class experience.”
Asia Cup 2025 Schedule Highlights
The full Asia cup 2025 schedule has been released, and it includes some highly-anticipated clashes. All matches are set to begin at 6:00 PM Gulf Standard Time (7:30 PM IST), which suits prime-time viewership across South Asia.
Key Fixtures:
- Asia Cup Opening Match: Afghanistan vs Hong Kong — September 9, Abu Dhabi
- India vs Pakistan Asia Cup clash — September 14, Dubai
- Super Four Stage: Begins September 20
- Asia Cup Final: September 28, Dubai
Groups and Teams
The tournament will see 8 teams divided into two groups:
Group A: India, Pakistan, UAE, Oman
Group B: Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, Hong Kong
The top two teams from each group will qualify for the Super Four stage. Based on the current draw, fans might witness India vs Pakistan not once but up to three times – once in the group stage, possibly in the Super Four, and again in the final.
Full Group Stage – T20 Asia Cup 2025 Fixtures
| Date | Match | Venue |
| Sept 9 | Afghanistan vs Hong Kong | Abu Dhabi |
| Sept 10 | India vs UAE | Dubai |
| Sept 11 | Bangladesh vs Hong Kong | Abu Dhabi |
| Sept 12 | Pakistan vs Oman | Dubai |
| Sept 13 | Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka | Abu Dhabi |
| Sept 14 | India vs Pakistan | Dubai |
| Sept 15 | UAE vs Oman (4:30 PM) | Abu Dhabi |
| Sept 15 | Sri Lanka vs Hong Kong | Dubai |
| Sept 16 | Bangladesh vs Afghanistan | Abu Dhabi |
| Sept 17 | Pakistan vs UAE | Dubai |
| Sept 18 | Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan | Abu Dhabi |
| Sept 19 | India vs Oman | Dubai |
Each match has been carefully allocated to a specific Asia cup 2025 venue, keeping in mind logistics, fan base, and regional reach.
Super Four Schedule
| Date | Match | Venue |
| Sept 20 | B1 vs B2 | Abu Dhabi |
| Sept 21 | A1 vs A2 | Dubai |
| Sept 23 | A2 vs B1 | Abu Dhabi |
| Sept 24 | A1 vs B2 | Dubai |
| Sept 25 | A2 vs B2 | Dubai |
| Sept 26 | A1 vs B1 | Dubai |
| Sept 28 | Final – Top 2 Super Four Teams | Dubai |
The Asia cup 2025 schedule in the Super Four stage is expected to determine which teams have the most consistent form heading into the final.
Broadcasting and Streaming Rights
While the Asia Cup 2025 venue details are now clear, the official production partner for the tournament is yet to be finalized. Sony Sports holds the broadcasting rights, but it is not yet confirmed whether they will also manage the live production.
In Pakistan, uncertainty remains around television broadcast availability. However, Tamasha has secured exclusive digital rights, ensuring uninterrupted live coverage for online viewers.
The announcement of Dubai and Abu Dhabi as the Asia cup 2025 venue comes as no surprise, given the UAE’s proven track record of hosting world-class cricket events. With matches like India vs Pakistan Asia Cup and the possibility of multiple high-voltage knockouts, fans are in for a thrilling September.
Stay tuned to Cricketer.io for real-time updates, T20 Asia Cup 2025 fixtures, squad announcements, and match-day insights.
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