Published on, Aug. 29 -- August 29, 2025 6:33 PM

The 2025 Asia Cup is set to ignite regional cricket fever as top teams gear up for the UAE-hosted tournament from September 9 to 28. Matches will take place in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, with Dubai's International Stadium hosting high-profile games - including a possible Pakistan vs India clash if both teams reach the Super Four stage. The tournament opener will feature Hong Kong vs Afghanistan, and most matches will begin at 6 PM Gulf Standard Time, except for a single 3 PM fixture on September 15.

Group A includes Pakistan, India, Oman, and UAE, while Group B features Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, and Hong Kong. The UAE has yet to announce its squad, but all other teams have confirmed s...