India’s much-anticipated Asia Cup 2025 journey begins today, September 10, with an exciting clash against hosts United Arab Emirates at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Fresh from their T20 World Cup 2024 triumph, the Men in Blue, led by Suryakumar Yadav, are eyeing a record-extending ninth Asia Cup title.
The match promises a battle of skill, strategy, and momentum as the UAE look to upset the defending champions on their home turf.
Match Details – India vs UAE
- Date: Wednesday, September 10, 2025
- Time: 8:00 PM IST / 6:30 PM Local / 2:30 PM GMT
- Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai
- Live Streaming: SonyLIV
- TV Broadcast: Sony Sports Network
Check Out: Men Asia Cup 2025 Schedule: Exciting Full Fixtures, Venues, and Key Matches Revealed
🇮🇳 India Squad
Suryakumar Yadav (C), Shubman Gill (VC), Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Jitesh Sharma (WK), Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakaravarthy, Kuldeep Yadav, Sanju Samson (WK), Harshit Rana, Rinku Singh.
Reserves: Prasidh Krishna, Washington Sundar, Riyan Parag, Dhruv Jurel, Yashasvi Jaiswal.
🇦🇪 UAE Squad
Muhammad Waseem (C), Alishan Sharafu, Aryansh Sharma, Asif Khan, Dhruv Parashar, Ethan D’Souza, Haider Ali, Harshit Kaushik, Junaid Siddique, Matiullah Khan, Muhammad Farooq, Muhammad Jawadullah, Muhammad Zohaib, Rahul Chopra, Rohid Khan, Simranjeet Singh, Saghir Khan.
Head-to-Head Record
India and UAE have faced off only once in T20Is – the 2016 Asia Cup. On that occasion, UAE managed just 81/9, and India chased it down in just 11 overs, securing a dominant win.
The 2025 encounter, however, brings fresh anticipation as UAE have been improving steadily and recently came close to upsetting stronger teams.
Players to Watch
India
- Shubman Gill (VC): In red-hot form, scoring 578 runs in 21 T20Is with a highest of 126.
- Jasprit Bumrah: India’s strike bowler with 89 wickets in 70 T20Is, maintaining an economy of just 6.27.
UAE
- Muhammad Waseem (C): The hard-hitting opener capable of giving UAE an explosive start.
- Junaid Siddique: Key pace bowler who can trouble Indian batters with the new ball.
What Suryakumar Yadav Said
At the pre-match press conference, skipper Suryakumar Yadav acknowledged UAE’s growth:
“They play an exciting brand of cricket. Recently they came very close against strong teams. We are really excited to play them.”
He also highlighted India’s squad depth, mentioning the advantage of having part-time bowlers in slow conditions.
Why This Match Matters
- For India: A chance to set the tone early and chase their ninth Asia Cup crown.
- For UAE: An opportunity to make history with a giant-killing performance.
- For Fans: A contest blending power, passion, and the spirit of cricket in Asia’s premier tournament.
The Asia Cup 2025 India vs UAE match is more than just a group-stage clash—it’s a spectacle where one team aims to extend its legacy while the other seeks to script history. With India entering as overwhelming favorites but UAE brimming with confidence on home soil, cricket fans are in for a power-packed evening of entertainment.
