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The ACC has announced the UAE as the host for the 2025 Asia Cup, expanding the tournament to 8 teams. ACC President Mohsin Naqvi emphasized the event's significance in uniting Asian cricket fans. Key matches include India vs Pakistan on September 14 and an expanded Super 4 stage. The final will take place on September 28 in what promises to be a thrilling cricketing spectacle.

Key Points: ACC President Mohsin Naqvi Announces UAE as Asia Cup 2025 Host

  • UAE to host Asia Cup 2025 from September 9-28
  • Tournament expands to 8 teams including emerging nations
  • India-Pakistan clash scheduled for September 14
  • Super 4 stage to feature top two teams from each group
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It is the marquee event of Asian cricket: ACC President Mohsin Naqvi on Asia Cup 2025

Asia Cup 2025 expands to 8 teams with India-Pakistan clash set for September 14 in UAE, as ACC President Mohsin Naqvi calls it cricket's marquee event.

"The ACC Men's T20 Asia Cup is the marquee event of Asian cricket - Mohsin Naqvi"

Dubai, July 26

The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) announced the ACC Men's T20 Asia Cup 2025 to be held in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) from 9 to 28 September 2025.

The tournament will bring together the continent's top teams in a celebration of Asian cricket, culminating in what promises to be an unforgettable sporting spectacle, according to a release from ACC.

ACC President Mohsin Naqvi stated, "Hosting the ACC Men's T20 Asia Cup 2025 in the UAE allows fans from across Asia to come together in a setting that mirrors our region's incredible diversity. When crowds gather to witness the tournament's unforgettable clashes, it will be a great reminder of cricket's power to build bridges."

The ACC Men's T20 Asia Cup 2025 will feature 8 participating teams, up from the previous 6, providing a larger competitive platform to emerging cricketing nations.

"The ACC Men's T20 Asia Cup is the marquee event of Asian cricket, and we are proud to present an expanded platform this year," Naqvi added, "This year marks yet another milestone in ACC's journey and a noteworthy development for cricket in Asia. With the inclusion of additional teams in the tournament, we are witnessing the game's boundaries expand, both geographically and competitively. This will be the Asia Cup at its finest."

The tournament opener is placed between Afghanistan and Hong Kong on September 9. India will kick off their campaign against UAE on September 10, while the high-voltage game against Pakistan is scheduled for the 14th.

India will play their final group stage fixture against Oman on September 19. After the group stage, the tournament will proceed to the Super 4, where the top two teams from each group will qualify. The final is scheduled on September 28.

India, Pakistan, UAE, and Oman are in Group A, while Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, and Hong Kong are in Group B.

- ANI

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Shreya B
Good decision to include more teams! Cricket needs to grow beyond the usual big names. UAE is perfect neutral venue - no home advantage and great facilities. Though I wish they'd rotate hosting rights more.
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Aman W
Why always UAE? With IPL money, BCCI should push for hosting in India. Our stadiums are world class and fans deserve to watch live. Political issues shouldn't stop cricket.
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Priyanka N
Excited to see Hong Kong and Oman get this platform! Cricket needs more diversity. Hope they put up a good fight. The Asia Cup is special because it's our regional pride at stake, not just rankings.
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Varun X
September is too hot in UAE no? Players will suffer in that heat. Should have scheduled for November like last time. Otherwise great initiative with 8 teams - more cricket for fans!
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Kavitha C
Hope broadcasters don't show only India matches like last time. All Asian teams deserve equal coverage. This tournament is about celebrating our shared cricket culture beyond national rivalries.

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