Dubai, Sept. 4 -- Opening batter Muhammad Waseem is set to lead the 17-member UAE squad in the upcoming Asia Cup 2025, which begins in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday, 9 September, as per the UAE cricket website.

UAE are placed in Group A. India, Oman, and Pakistan are the other three teams in the group. UAE will take on India in their opening game at the Dubai International Stadium on Wednesday, 10 September.

Right-arm quick Matiullah Khan and left-arm spinner Simranjeet Singh are the two additions to the UAE's side from the ongoing T20I tri-series against Pakistan and Afghanistan, with the rest of the squad retaining their places.

UAE play Oman at Abu Dhabi's Zayed Cricket Stadium on Monday, 15 September. Their last group game is with Pakistan ...