According to reports, Asia Cup will be played in September this year.
There is uncertainty over the Asia Cup 2025 due to tensions between India and Pakistan. Tensions between the two countries escalated after the Pahalgam terror attack in April and India’s ‘Operation Sindoor’, raising questions over the organization, hosting, and Pakistan’s participation in the tournament. Will the tournament be held in India or at a neutral venue? Will Pakistan participate in it? The answers to these questions continue to be awaited. Meanwhile, various media reports have made some big claims quoting sources.
May be held in UAE
According to a report by Times of India, the schedule of Asia Cup 2025 is almost finalised. The tournament can start from September 5 and the final can be played on September 21 after lasting for 17 days. The event is likely to be held in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The special thing is that a match between India and Pakistan is expected on September 7.
Tournament format
According to reports, Asia Cup 2025 will be played in T20 format, which is in preparation for the 2026 T20 World Cup. The tournament will first have group stage matches, followed by the Super Four stage. If India and Pakistan perform well, at least two matches can be seen between the two. This format will make the tournament exciting, especially due to India-Pakistan matches.
Sponsor and media concerns
The uncertainty surrounding the Asia Cup has raised concerns among sponsors and media partners. According to a report by Sports Tak, the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) has written to the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) demanding a meeting in the first week of July to announce the schedule. The delay has upset sponsors and media partners. Sony Sports, the official broadcaster of the tournament, aired an Asia Cup promo during the India-England Test, but the absence of the Pakistan captain’s picture in it raised questions about his participation.
After Asia Cup 2025, the next three tournaments will be hosted by Bangladesh (2027, ODIs), Pakistan (2029, T20s), and Sri Lanka (2031, ODIs). The format will continue to change so that it keeps pace with ICC events.
FAQ
What is the latest update about the Asia Cup 2025?
The latest update is about the potential date for the highly anticipated India vs Pakistan match, which could be one of the biggest games of the tournament.
When is the India vs Pakistan match likely to be played?
According to reports, the India-Pakistan match is expected to take place on [insert rumored/suggested date here if available] during the group stage of the Asia Cup 2025.
Has the official schedule for Asia Cup 2025 been released?
As of now, the full official schedule has not been released, but some key fixtures, including India vs Pakistan, have been hinted at or leaked by sources.
Where will the Asia Cup 2025 be hosted?
The hosting country for the Asia Cup 2025 is [insert country if confirmed, e.g., Pakistan, Sri Lanka, or hybrid model]. The venue for the India-Pakistan match will be confirmed once the full schedule is out.
Will India and Pakistan be in the same group?
Yes, traditionally India and Pakistan are placed in the same group to guarantee a group-stage clash. If both teams advance, they could meet again in the knockout stage or final.