The Men Asia Cup 2025 Schedule has officially been announced, setting the stage for one of the most electrifying cricket tournaments of the year. Scheduled from September 9 to September 28, 2025, the prestigious event will be jointly hosted across Dubai International Cricket Stadium and Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi.
This year’s Asia Cup promises thrilling encounters, high-pressure rivalries, and a chance for rising teams to challenge cricketing giants. With India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, Oman, Hong Kong, and UAE competing, fans are in for a blockbuster cricket carnival.
Men Asia Cup 2025 Group Stage Fixtures
The tournament begins with a group stage where eight teams are split into Group A and Group B. Each team plays within the group, followed by the Super Four stage and then the grand final.
Full Group Stage Schedule:
- Sep 09, Tue – Afghanistan vs Hong Kong, 1st Match, Group B (Abu Dhabi) ✅ Afghanistan won by 94 runs
- Sep 10, Wed – India vs UAE, 2nd Match, Group A (Dubai)
- Sep 11, Thu – Bangladesh vs Hong Kong, 3rd Match, Group B (Abu Dhabi)
- Sep 12, Fri – Pakistan vs Oman, 4th Match, Group A (Dubai)
- Sep 13, Sat – Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka, 5th Match, Group B (Abu Dhabi)
- Sep 14, Sun – India vs Pakistan, 6th Match, Group A (Dubai) 🔥 The marquee clash of the group stage
- Sep 15, Mon – UAE vs Oman, 7th Match, Group A (Abu Dhabi)
- Sep 15, Mon – Sri Lanka vs Hong Kong, 8th Match, Group B (Dubai)
- Sep 16, Tue – Bangladesh vs Afghanistan, 9th Match, Group B (Abu Dhabi)
- Sep 17, Wed – Pakistan vs UAE, 10th Match, Group A (Dubai)
- Sep 18, Thu – Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan, 11th Match, Group B (Abu Dhabi)
- Sep 19, Fri – India vs Oman, 12th Match, Group A (Abu Dhabi)
Super Four Stage (Sep 20 – Sep 26)
Once the group stage concludes, the top two teams from each group will advance to the Super Four stage, where they will battle it out in a round-robin format.
- Sep 20, Sat – Match 1 (B1 vs B2), Dubai
- Sep 21, Sun – Match 2 (A1 vs A2), Dubai
- Sep 23, Tue – Match 3 (A2 vs B1), Abu Dhabi
- Sep 24, Wed – Match 4 (A1 vs B2), Dubai
- Sep 25, Thu – Match 5 (A2 vs B2), Dubai
- Sep 26, Fri – Match 6 (A1 vs B1), Dubai
The Grand Finale: Sep 28, 2025
The top two teams from the Super Four stage will battle for glory in the final on September 28, 2025, at Dubai International Cricket Stadium. With cricket’s biggest Asian superstars in action, this promises to be a historic showdown.
Key Matches to Watch Out For
- India vs Pakistan (Sep 14, Dubai) – The mother of all clashes, expected to be the biggest highlight of the group stage.
- Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka (Sep 13, Abu Dhabi) – A contest between two evenly matched Asian powerhouses.
- Afghanistan vs Sri Lanka (Sep 18, Abu Dhabi) – A battle of spin wizards.
- Super Four Clashes – Especially A1 vs B1 on Sep 26, often a virtual semifinal.
- Final (Sep 28, Dubai) – The ultimate title-decider under lights.
Why Men Asia Cup 2025 Is Special
- Expanded Participation – UAE, Hong Kong, and Oman add diversity, making it a true pan-Asia tournament.
- Perfect Precursor to Champions Trophy 2025 – With ICC’s marquee tournament coming soon, Asia Cup acts as a testing ground.
- Venues with Legacy – Dubai and Abu Dhabi have hosted iconic matches, ensuring world-class cricketing action.
- Blockbuster Rivalries – From India vs Pakistan to Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka, the competition is fierce.
The Men Asia Cup 2025 Schedule guarantees a month of unforgettable cricketing drama, iconic rivalries, and rising stars making their mark. With the stakes higher than ever and the road to the final set, all eyes are on Asia’s best teams to deliver a cricketing spectacle.
