Asia Cup 2025 Schedule: India vs Pakistan Set for September 14 Showdown
The 17th edition of the Asia Cup 2025 is all set to begin on September 9, with the tournament opener featuring Afghanistan vs Hong Kong China. Cricket fans around the world are already buzzing with excitement, especially as the marquee clash between India and Pakistan is scheduled for September 14.
India will kick off their campaign a day after the opener, taking on hosts United Arab Emirates (UAE) on September 10.
India vs Pakistan: Potential for Triple Clash
If both teams make it to the Super 4 stage, and then to the final, we could witness as many as three thrilling India vs Pakistan encounters during the tournament — a true treat for cricket enthusiasts.
🏆 About the Asia Cup
Organized by the Asian Cricket Council (ACC), the Asia Cup has been the battleground for Asia’s cricketing supremacy since its inception in 1983. The tournament occurs every two years and features both ODI and T20I formats in rotation. This year’s competition will be held in the T20 format, serving as a crucial preparatory event for the T20 World Cup 2026.
Asia Cup 2025 schedule
All in Pakistan Standard Time (PST)
| Date | Match | Group/Stage | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 9 | Afghanistan vs Hong Kong China | Group | 7:00 PM |
| September 10 | India vs UAE | Group | 7:00 PM |
| September 11 | Bangladesh vs Hong Kong China | Group | 7:00 PM |
| September 12 | Pakistan vs Oman | Group | 7:00 PM |
| September 13 | Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka | Group | 7:00 PM |
| September 14 | India vs Pakistan | Group | 7:00 PM |
| September 15 | UAE vs Oman | Group | 3:00 PM |
| September 15 | Sri Lanka vs Hong Kong China | Group | 7:00 PM |
| September 16 | Bangladesh vs Afghanistan | Group | 7:00 PM |
| September 17 | Pakistan vs UAE | Group | 7:00 PM |
| September 18 | Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan | Group | 7:00 PM |
| September 19 | India vs Oman | Group | 7:00 PM |
| September 20 | Group B Qualifier 1 vs Group B Qualifier 2 | Super 4 | 7:00 PM |
| September 21 | Group A Qualifier 1 vs Group A Qualifier 2 | Super 4 | 7:00 PM |
| September 23 | Group A Qualifier 1 vs Group B Qualifier 2 | Super 4 | 7:00 PM |
| September 24 | Group B Qualifier 1 vs Group A Qualifier 2 | Super 4 | 7:00 PM |
| September 25 | Group A Qualifier 2 vs Group B Qualifier 2 | Super 4 | 7:00 PM |
| September 26 | Group A Qualifier 1 vs Group B Qualifier 1 | Super 4 | 7:00 PM |
| September 28 | Final | Final | 7:00 PM |
Asia Cup 2025 Team Groups
Group A
- India
- Pakistan
- UAE
- Oman
Group B
- Sri Lanka
- Bangladesh
- Afghanistan
- Hong Kong China
The top two teams from each group will qualify for the Super 4s, from where the top two will clash in the grand finale.
Asia Cup Past Champions
- India – 8 titles (most successful)
- Sri Lanka – 6 titles
- Pakistan – 2 titles
The last time the Asia Cup was played in T20 format was in 2022, when Sri Lanka defeated Pakistan in the final to lift the trophy.
What to Expect
With fierce rivalries, emerging cricket nations, and top-tier T20 action, the Asia Cup 2025 promises to be one of the most competitive editions yet. Cricket fans can gear up for high-octane matches, especially with the possibility of multiple India vs Pakistan games adding to the thrill.
