Asia Cup 2025
| Series Name | Asia Cup 2025 |
| Hosting Coutry | United Arab Emirates (UAE) |
| Start & End Dates | 2025-09-09 to 2025-09-28 |
| Total Matches | 19 |
| Total Teams | 8 |
| Total Venues | 3 |
| Match Formats | T20 |
| Official Broadcasters | JioHotstar, Star Sports |
Asia Cup 2025 is starting from Sep 09, 2025 to Sep 28, 2025. There are a total of 19 matches to be played in it, and a total of 8 teams will play in this series. All the matches of this series will be played in 3 stadiums of United Arab Emirates (UAE) , you can watch this series live on JIOHOTSTAR, STAR SPORTS, the last match of this series will be played on Sep 28, 2025
Here you will get the fixture (full schedule) of Asia Cup 2025, and you can also find Teams, Squads, Points Table, Venues, Latest News Updates and Videos.
The Asia Cup 2025 will be the 17th edition of the tournament and will officially be held in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) from September 9 to 28, 2025. This edition will be played in the T20 format, promising a fast-paced and exciting encounter for cricket fans around the world.
The Asia Cup 2025 will begin on September 9 and the Indian cricket team will play their first match of the tournament against hosts UAE the next day. The much-awaited match between India and Pakistan will take place on September 14 and if the two rivals reach the Super 4 stage and the final, they could face each other thrice.
The Asia Cup, organised by the Asian Cricket Council (ACC), was founded in 1983 and is held every two years to crown the continental champions.Now in its 17th edition, the Asia Cup cricket competition will feature eight teams divided into two groups. The top two teams from each group will advance to the Super 4 stage, from where the top two teams will face off in the final on September 28.
Asia Cup 2025 Teams
| Group A | Group B |
|---|---|
| India | Bangladesh |
| Pakistan | Sri Lanka |
| United Arab Emirates (UAE) | Afghanistan |
| Oman | Hong Kong |
Tournament Format
- The top 2 teams from each group will advance to the Super Four stage.
- The four teams in the Super Four will again compete in a round-robin format.
- The top 2 teams from the Super Four will qualify for the final match.
History of Asia Cup
The Asia Cup began in 1984 in Sharjah, UAE, with just three teams—India, Pakistan and Sri Lanka. India won the first title, setting the stage for one of cricket's most anticipated tournaments. Over time, the competition grew and Bangladesh, Afghanistan and other associate nations also participated, making it even more exciting and unpredictable.
Asia Cup Most Titles
| Team | Titles |
|---|---|
| India | 8 titles |
| Sri Lanka | 6 titles |
| Pakistan | 2 titles |
Most Runs in Asia Cup
| Player | Country | Runs |
|---|---|---|
| Sanath Jayasuriya | Sri Lanka | 1,220 |
| Kumar Sangakkara | Sri Lanka | 1,075 |
| Shoaib Malik | Pakistan | 907 |
Most Wickets in Asia Cup
| Player | Country | Wickets |
|---|---|---|
| Muttiah Muralitharan | Sri Lanka | 30 |
| Lasith Malinga | Sri Lanka | 29 |
| Saeed Ajmal | Pakistan | 25 |
Asia Cup Winners List
| Year | Host | Winner | Runner-Up | Format | Final Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | UAE | India | Sri Lanka | ODI | Sharjah Cricket Stadium |
| 1986 | Sri Lanka | Sri Lanka | Pakistan | ODI | SSC, Colombo |
| 1988 | Bangladesh | India | Sri Lanka | ODI | Dhaka |
| 1990-91 | India | India | Sri Lanka | ODI | Eden Gardens, Kolkata |
| 1995 | UAE | India | Sri Lanka | ODI | Sharjah Cricket Stadium |
| 1997 | Sri Lanka | Sri Lanka | India | ODI | SSC, Colombo |
| 2000 | Bangladesh | Pakistan | Sri Lanka | ODI | Dhaka |
| 2004 | Sri Lanka | Sri Lanka | India | ODI | SSC, Colombo |
| 2008 | Pakistan | Sri Lanka | India | ODI | National Stadium, Karachi |
| 2010 | Sri Lanka | India | Sri Lanka | ODI | Dambulla |
| 2012 | Bangladesh | Pakistan | Bangladesh | ODI | Dhaka |
| 2014 | Bangladesh | Sri Lanka | Pakistan | ODI | Dhaka |
| 2016 | Bangladesh | India | Bangladesh | T20 | Mirpur |
| 2018 | UAE | India | Bangladesh | ODI | Dubai International Stadium |
| 2022 | UAE | Sri Lanka | Pakistan | T20 | Dubai International Stadium |
Asia Cup 2025 Broadcast TV Channels & Live Streaming
| Countries | TV broadcasts, live streams |
|---|---|
| India, Subcontinent | Star Sports, Disney+ Hotstar app and website |
| Australia | Yapp TV |
| South Africa | SuperSport |
| Bangladesh | Ghazi TV (GTV), Rabbithole, Toffee app and websites |
| Afghanistan | Ariana TV |
| New Zealand | Yapp TV |
| UK | TNT Sport 1, TNT Sports App |
| USA | Disney+ Hotstar |
| Sri Lanka | SLRC (Channel I) |
| Canada | Disney+ Hotstar |
| Pakistan | Ten Sports, Tapmad App and Website |
| MENA | Via StarzPlay, CricLife Max From |
| UAE | Via CricLife Max, eLife TV, Switch TV |
FAQs for the Asia Cup 2025
Q-1: When will the Asia Cup 2025 begin?Ans: The Asia Cup 2025 is scheduled to begin on Tuesday, 09-September-2025.
Q-2: How many teams will play in the Asia Cup 2025 series?Ans: There will be 8 teams that have to play in Asia Cup 2025 series.
Q-3: How many matches are scheduled to be played in the Asia Cup 2025 series?Ans: The Asia Cup 2025 includes 19 matches, in T20 formats.
Q-4: How many match formats will be played in Asia Cup 2025 series?Ans: There will be only one T20 format for this Asia Cup 2025 series.
Q-5: Where can I watch the live matches for the Asia Cup 2025?Ans: The Asia Cup 2025 series will be broadcast live on JioHotstar,Star Sports. Viewers can watch it online on Mobile, Tablets, Laptop and PC etc.
Q-6: Which country will host the Asia Cup 2025 series?Ans: The Asia Cup 2025 series will be hosted by United Arab Emirates (UAE) .