Asia Cup 2025 News, Schedule, Points Table, Match Dates, Teams and Live Scores

Full coverage of 2025 Asia Cup in India with live scores, latest news, points table, schedule, fixtures, results and ball by ball commentary. The Asia Cup 2025 will be played in T20 format with 6 teams including Afghanistan, Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and UAE

Asia Cup 2025 Upcoming Matches [Tentative]

Super Four Stage and Finals

Asia Cup schedule tentative dates are here, this match list has been updated with match dates and timing as ACC confirmed final dates. Please note that Asia Cup Schedule may be subject to change for any reason as may be required in the sole discretion of ACC.

2025 Asia Cup T20 Tournament – Details

The Asia Cup 2025 will be played in the T20 format and is set to feature six teams: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and UAE. Scheduled for October 2025, the tournament will be hosted by India, showcasing thrilling cricket action across iconic venues. A total of 14 matches, including the grand final, will be played, making it a key event in the lead-up to major international competitions. Fans can look forward to intense rivalries, including the highly anticipated India-Pakistan clash, as the best teams in Asia vie for the prestigious trophy.

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Asia Cup: History, Records, and Key Highlights

The Asia Cup is one of the most prestigious cricket tournaments in Asia, organized by the Asian Cricket Council (ACC). It is the only continental championship in cricket, featuring top Asian cricketing nations. The tournament alternates between ODI and T20 formats, reflecting the evolving nature of international cricket. Since its inception in 1984, the Asia Cup has been a platform for fierce rivalries, unforgettable matches, and the celebration of cricket in the region.

History of the Asia Cup

The Asia Cup was first held in 1984 in Sharjah, UAE, with India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka as the participating teams. India emerged as the inaugural champions, setting the tone for what would become one of the most highly anticipated tournaments in the cricketing calendar. Over the years, the competition has expanded, with teams like Bangladesh, Afghanistan, and associate members joining the fray.

The tournament alternates between the 50-over ODI format and the T20 format, depending on the schedule of ICC tournaments. For instance, the Asia Cup was played in the T20 format in 2016 and 2022 to align with the T20 World Cups that followed.

Asia Cup Winners

Key Records

Most Titles

• India: 8 titles
• Sri Lanka: 6 titles
• Pakistan: 2 titles

Most Runs

• Sanath Jayasuriya (Sri Lanka): 1,220 runs
• Kumar Sangakkara (Sri Lanka): 1,075 runs
• Shoaib Malik (Pakistan): 907 runs

Most Wickets

• Muttiah Muralitharan (Sri Lanka): 30 wickets
• Lasith Malinga (Sri Lanka): 29 wickets
• Saeed Ajmal (Pakistan): 25 wickets

Highest Team Total

• India: 374/4 vs Hong Kong, 2008

Lowest Team Total

• Bangladesh: 87 vs Pakistan, 2000

Memorable Moments

Tournament Format

The Asia Cup format has varied over the years, but it generally includes:

1. Group Stage: Teams are divided into groups, playing a round-robin format.
2. Super Four: The top teams from each group advance to the Super Four stage.
3. Final: The top two teams from the Super Four play the final to determine the champion.

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