Pakistan to Face India on September 14 in Asia Cup 2025 Clash

Asia Cup 2025 Schedule Unveiled by ACC

The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) has officially revealed the schedule for the Asia Cup 2025, confirming that cricket’s fiercest rivals—Pakistan and India—will face off on September 14. The tournament will be played in the T20 International format and is scheduled to run from September 9 to 28 in the United Arab Emirates.

The announcement was made by ACC President Mohsin Naqvi, who shared the details via a post on his official account on X (formerly Twitter), sparking excitement among fans.

Tournament Format and Participating Teams

The Asia Cup will feature eight teams, split into two groups:

• Group A: Pakistan, India, Oman, United Arab Emirates
• Group B: Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, Hong Kong

The top two teams from each group will move forward to the Super Four stage. From there, the two best-performing teams will advance to the final, which is scheduled to be held on September 28.

Opening Match and Key Fixtures

The tournament will begin with a clash between Afghanistan and Hong Kong on September 9, setting the stage for nearly three weeks of thrilling T20 action. However, the spotlight remains firmly on the Pakistan vs India encounter on September 14, one of the most highly anticipated matches in world cricket.

President Mohsin Naqvi’s Statement

In his announcement, Mohsin Naqvi said, “I am delighted to confirm the dates for the ACC Men’s Asia Cup 2025 in UAE. The prestigious tournament will take place from September 9th to 28th. We look forward to a spectacular display of cricket. Detailed schedule will be out soon.”

This year’s Asia Cup promises to deliver competitive cricket and unforgettable moments as regional powerhouses battle for the title.