Asia Cup 2025 schedule likely to be released imminently

Asia Cup 2025 schedule likely to be released imminently. (Photo Source: twitter)

After much debate, confusion, and controversy, the Asia Cup is now firmly on track, with the official schedule expected to be announced within the next 24 to 48 hours, possibly as early as Saturday, July 26.

The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) recently concluded a high-stakes meeting in Dhaka. The meeting itself was marked by tension, stemming largely from ongoing geopolitical issues and strained diplomatic relations between India and its neighbours, Pakistan and Bangladesh. Despite the discord, the announcement of the tournament plans is now imminent, according to a Cricbuzz report.

The complete schedule is expected to be released in phases, partially on Saturday and the remainder likely by Monday, though there is a possibility it could be unveiled all at once over the weekend. The tournament is tentatively scheduled to run from September 10 to 28, although these dates are not yet final. Dubai and Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates are expected to be the host cities.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), which is the designated host of the continental championship, is currently working on the final draft of the schedule. While minor adjustments may still be made, the overall tournament window will remain in the second and third weeks of September.

Following the ACC meeting in Dhaka on Thursday, July 24, the matter was handed over to the BCCI. The Indian board has informed ACC members that a few final details with commercial partners are being addressed before making the official announcement. The final confirmation is expected to come through the ACC’s official platform.

As previously reported, the tournament will feature eight teams, India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, Hong Kong, the UAE, and Oman. A total of 19 matches are expected to be played, with the final scheduled for the last Sunday of September. India and Pakistan are anticipated to be in the same group, setting up the possibility of three encounters between the arch-rivals, one in the league stage, another in the Super 4 round, and potentially a third in the final.

The tournament will be played in the Twenty20 format, providing a crucial opportunity for participating teams to fine-tune their squads ahead of 2026 T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka.

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