Finally the wait is over! Asia Cup 2025 is starting from 9 September where the tournament will feature 8 qualified teams – Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Hong Kong, India, Oman, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and the United Arab Emirates. The first match of Asia Cup 2025 will be played between Afghanistan and Hong Kong, which will take place at Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi on 9th September at 8:00 PM IST.
Through 2024 ACC Men’s Premier Cup was hosted in Oman, where UAE was the winner and got the entry in Asia Cup 2025. However, runner-up Oman and third place team Hong-Kong also got selected for Asia Cup 2025. On the other hand, the automatic qualifier teams India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan will join the tournament with their outstanding squads.
The Asia Cup 2025 grounds have been finalised and will be played in two venues – Dubai International Cricket Stadium and Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium.
Asia Cup 2025 Stadiums: Full Details of Dubai & Abu Dhabi Venues
Asia Cup 2025 : Dubai International Cricket Stadium Pitch Report
Dubai International Cricket Stadium is one of the most well known and largest cricket stadiums in the world. With their outstanding “Ring on Fire” lighting system, Dubai International Cricket Stadium has the seating capacity around 25000 which can be extended up-to 30,000.
Dubai International Cricket Stadium in Asia Cup 2025 will be versatile for both batters and bowlers. It will offer a balanced surface where both batters and bowlers can play their own game. However, the flat surface can help pacers in early stages but as the game progresses, due will play the major role. In the second inning, Spinners are likely to get more advantage which help them to emerge wickets.
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 110 |
| Matches Won (Batting First) | 51 |
| Matches Won (Bowling First) | 58 |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 139 |
| Average 2nd Innings Score | 123 |
| Highest Total Recorded | 212/2 (20 Ov) – India vs Afghanistan |
| Lowest Total Recorded | 55/10 (14.2 Ov) – West Indies vs England |
| Highest Successful Chase | 184/8 (19.2 Ov) – Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh |
| Lowest Score Defended | 98/5 (20 Ov) – Namibia Women vs UAE Women |
Asia Cup 2025 : Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium Pitch Report
Named in honor of the late President His Highness Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium is among the best and most excellent service providers. The stadium, which was first opened in 2004, can accommodate up to 25,000 people.
The Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium in Asia Cup 2025 will offer a flat surface which favors batters more than bowlers. However, due to the flatness – pacers can get early swings and momentum which help them to emerge wickets. Spinners can also emerge wickets but after the first inning.
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Matches | 90 |
| Matches Won (Batting First) | 41 |
| Matches Won (Bowling First) | 49 |
| Average 1st Innings Score | 136 |
| Average 2nd Innings Score | 123 |
| Highest Total Recorded | 225/7 (20 Ov) – Ireland vs Afghanistan |
| Lowest Total Recorded | 54/10 (17.5 Ov) – USA Women vs Thailand Women |
| Highest Successful Chase | 174/2 (17.4 Ov) – South Africa vs Ireland |
| Lowest Score Defended | 93/8 (20 Ov) – Thailand Women vs PNG Women |
Asia Cup 2025 Schedule
| Date | Teams | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Sun, 9 Sep | Afghanistan vs Hong Kong | Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi |
| Wed, 10 Sep | India vs UAE | Dubai International Stadium, Dubai |
| Thu, 11 Sep | Bangladesh vs Hong Kong | Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi |
| Fri, 12 Sep | Pakistan vs Oman | Dubai International Stadium, Dubai |
| Sat, 13 Sep | Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka | Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi |
| Sun, 14 Sep | India vs Pakistan | Dubai International Stadium, Dubai |
| Mon, 15 Sep | UAE vs Oman | Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi |
| Mon, 15 Sep | Sri Lanka vs Hong Kong | Dubai International Stadium, Dubai |
| Tue, 16 Sep | Bangladesh vs Afghanistan | Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi |
| Wed, 17 Sep | Pakistan vs UAE | Dubai International Stadium, Dubai |
| Thu, 18 Sep | Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan | Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi |
| Fri, 19 Sep | India vs Oman | Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi |
| Sat, 20 Sep | Super Four – Match 1 (B1 v B2) | Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi |
| Sun, 21 Sep | Super Four – Match 2 (A1 v A2) | Dubai International Stadium, Dubai |
| Tue, 23 Sep | Super Four – Match 3 (A2 v B1) | Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi |
| Wed, 24 Sep | Super Four – Match 4 (A1 v B2) | Dubai International Stadium, Dubai |
| Thu, 25 Sep | Super Four – Match 5 (B2 v B1) | Dubai International Stadium, Dubai |
| Fri, 26 Sep | Super Four – Match 6 (A1 v B1) | Dubai International Stadium, Dubai |
| Sun, 28 Sep | Final (Top 2 Teams) | Dubai International Stadium, Dubai |
