The Asia Cup 2025 is on track to kick off in the second week of September, with the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) targeting September 10 as the tournament’s start date. A formal announcement regarding the Asia Cup 2025 schedule is expected in the first week of July, bringing clarity to a tournament that has been clouded by political and logistical uncertainties.
Asia Cup 2025: Format, Teams, and Key Details
This year’s tournament will follow the T20 International (T20I) format, keeping in line with the buildup to the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. As per sources close to the ACC, the Asia Cup 2025 teams will include:
- India
- Pakistan
- Sri Lanka
- Bangladesh
- Afghanistan
- United Arab Emirates (UAE)
This makes it a six-team tournament, and the inclusion of UAE strengthens the possibility of the cricket Asia Cup 2025 host being moved to a neutral venue.
Asia Cup 2025 Host Country: UAE in Pole Position
Initially, India was selected as the Asia Cup 2025 host country, but ongoing tensions with Pakistan, especially following the Pahalgam terror attack and India’s subsequent Operation Sindoor, have made it unlikely for the tournament to be held on Indian soil.
The ACC is now strongly considering UAE as the Asia Cup 2025 host, a country with proven infrastructure and past experience in hosting multi-nation events. There’s also the possibility of a hybrid format, where matches could be split between venues like UAE and Sri Lanka, although no final decision has been made yet.
Political Concerns and India’s Participation
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has not ruled out India’s participation. According to reports, the BCCI is awaiting clearance from the Indian government regarding matches involving Pakistan. BCCI officials have denied any formal discussion about boycotting the Asia Cup, stating that unless directed otherwise by the Indian government, India will participate as planned.
Interestingly, neither India nor Pakistan objected when they were placed in the same group for the Women’s ODI World Cup 2025, suggesting a willingness to maintain participation in multilateral events despite diplomatic tensions.
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Asia Cup 2025 Promotion and Preparations
Despite the uncertainty, promotional activities for the Asia Cup 2025 cricket tournament are already underway. A recent promotional video aired during the India vs England Test series in Leeds featured the T20I captains of India (Suryakumar Yadav), Sri Lanka (Charith Asalanka), and Bangladesh (Najmul Hossain Shanto), signaling intent from the ACC to move forward with the tournament as scheduled.
Meanwhile, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is said to be exploring alternative options, such as a tri-nation series involving UAE and Afghanistan, should the Asia Cup face cancellation or postponement.
Asia Cup 2025 India Squad
Selectors are expected to name Asia Cup 2025 India squad in early August, following the conclusion of India’s tour of Sri Lanka. The squad will likely feature key T20 stars, with Suryakumar Yadav expected to lead the side in the absence of regular skipper Rohit Sharma, who may be rested ahead of the T20 World Cup next year.
Summary of Asia Cup 2025 Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Asia Cup 2025 start date | Expected from September 10, 2025 |
| Asia Cup 2025 schedule | Likely to be released in July 2025 |
| Format | T20 International (T20I) |
| Asia Cup 2025 teams | India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, UAE |
| Asia Cup 2025 host | UAE (tentative), hybrid format possible |
| Asia Cup 2025 host country | Originally India; now UAE likely |
| Asia Cup 2025 matches | Yet to be announced |
| Asia Cup 2025 India squad | To be announced (likely in August) |
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FAQs on Asia Cup 2025
The Asia Cup 2025 start date is tentatively set for September 10, with a formal schedule expected in early July.
Asia Cup 2025 will be played in the T20I format, serving as preparation for the T20 World Cup.
While India was originally named as the host, UAE is now the likely Asia Cup 2025 host country due to geopolitical tensions. A hybrid format is also being considered.
Six teams will participate: India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, and UAE.
As of now, India vs Pakistan is likely to take place in Asia Cup 2025, unless the Indian government advises otherwise.
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