Asia Cup 2025 Schedule

The tournament Asia Cup is a showcase for Asia’s finest players, with legends looking to cement their legacy and rising stars aiming to rise. But it’s more than that – it’s also a diplomatic bridge in a geopolitically tense region and a source of inspiration for young cricketers across the continent.

The 17th edition of the Asia Cup will be hosted in the United Arab Emirates, with state-of-the-art stadiums offering a perfect setting for this thrilling event. India are the defending champions and favorites, while arch-rival Pakistan and Sri Lanka will be strong contenders. The tournament will see the return of Bangladesh, who are eager to finally clinch their first Asia Cup title. Afghanistan, who are a team on the rise, will also be a force to reckon with.

Asia Cup 2025 Schedule, Format, and Host Nation: Everything You Need to Know

As usual, the tournament will be divided into two groups – India and Pakistan have been drawn in Group A alongside UAE and Oman while Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan and Hong Kong make up Group B. The top two teams from each group will advance to the Super 4 stage, with the best pair facing off in the final to decide the winner of the tournament.

The inclusion of Nepal adds an exciting new dimension to the tournament, with the side making their debut in a major competition. They were impressive in the 2023 ACC Trophy and have the ability to pull off upsets. But, like most Asian challengers, they lack the fitness and match practice needed to compete with top teams.