The 2025 Asia Cup, set to be hosted in the United Arab Emirates, will feature a highly anticipated India-Pakistan clash in Dubai, Indian media reported.
The 17th edition of the T20-format tournament is expected to run from September 4 or 5 to September 21, with an official schedule due in the second week of July. Six teams—India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, and the UAE—will compete in a group stage followed by a Super Four round.
India and Pakistan to face each other on September 7 and could potentially meet twice, in the group stage and Super Four, or even in the final if both advance.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) dismissed earlier concerns about India’s participation due to political tensions, confirming no restrictions on arch rivals’ clash in ICC or Asia Cup events.
Earlier, there were speculations that India would withdraw from the Asia Cup 2025 due to soaring tensions with Pakistan.
