Introduction
The Asia Cup is Asia’s most desirable men’s cricket championship, bringing together the continent’s pinnacle nations in fierce opposition. From ancient rivalries like India vs Pakistan to rising powers consisting of Afghanistan and Hong Kong, the match is a spotlight on the cricket calendar.
The 2025 version of the Asia Cup endured this legacy with an interesting T20 showdown amongst 8 teams and concluded with a high-stakes very last that further increased its reputation.
Asia Cup 2025 Overview
- Name: 2025 Asia Cup (DP World Asia Cup for sponsorship)
- Edition: 17th Men’s Asia Cup
- Format: Twenty20 International (T20I)
- Dates: 9–28 September 2025
- Teams: 8
- Matches: 19 total
- Champion: India (9th title)
- Runner-up: Pakistan
- Administrator: Asian Cricket Council (ACC)
Asia Cup 2025 was held as a T20 competition, aligning with preparations for the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026.
Tournament Format
The Asia Cup used a group stage + Super Four + final structure:
- 2 Groups (A & B), each with 4 teams
- Top 2 teams from each group progressed to the Super Four
- Top 2 from Super Four contested the final
This format ensures both round-robin fairness and a competitive final showdown.
Participating Teams
Eight teams competed in Asia Cup 2025:
Automatically Qualified (ACC Full Members)
- Afghanistan
- Bangladesh
- India
- Pakistan
- Sri Lanka
Qualified via ACC Premier Cup 2024:
- United Arab Emirates
- Oman
- Hong Kong
These teams earned their spots through performance and membership status.
Host Country & Venues
Host: United Arab Emirates (UAE)
Matches were scheduled in UAE cities, including Dubai and Abu Dhabi — neutral venues with world-class facilities.
One of the standout venues was the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, which hosted the final on 28 September 2025.
Match Schedule & Results
The tournament featured 19 T20 international (T20I) matches.
Key Dates:
| Stage | Dates | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Group Stage | 9–18 Sept 2025 | Round robin play |
| Super Four | 20–25 Sept 2025 | Top 2 per group |
| Final | 28 Sept 2025 | India vs Pakistan |
Official match-by-match details can be found on the tournament’s official ESPNcricinfo series page and ACC listings.
Super Four & Final Highlights
Super Four Stage
The top four teams from the group phase advanced. Each played the others once; the best two progressed to the final.
Final: India vs Pakistan
- Date: 28 September 2025
- Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium
- Result: India won by 5 wickets
- Winning Score: India 150/5 (19.4 overs)
- Pakistan Score: 146 all-out (19.1 overs)
- Player of the Final: Tilak Varma
It was the first Asia Cup final ever contested between India and Pakistan, making it historic.
Key Performers & Stats
Most Runs:
- Abhishek Sharma (IND): 314 runs — tournament leader
Most Wickets:
- Kuldeep Yadav (IND): 17 wickets — top bowler
Player of the Series:
- Abhishek Sharma for consistent match-winning contributions
These standout performances were critical to India’s successful campaign.
Previous Asia Cup Winners
| Year | Format | Winner |
|---|---|---|
| 1984 | ODI | India |
| 1986 | ODI | Sri Lanka |
| 1988 | ODI | India |
| 1990–91 | ODI | India |
| 1995 | ODI | India |
| 1997 | ODI | Sri Lanka |
| 2000 | ODI | Pakistan |
| 2004 | ODI | Sri Lanka |
| 2008 | ODI | Sri Lanka |
| 2010 | ODI | India |
| 2012 | ODI | Pakistan |
| 2014 | ODI | Sri Lanka |
| 2016 | T20 | India |
| 2018 | ODI | India |
| 2022 | T20 | Sri Lanka |
| 2023 | ODI | India |
| 2025 | T20 | India |
Key FAQs
Q1. What layout was Asia Cup 2025 performed in?
It was played in T20 International (T20I) format.
Q2. Where will the event be held?
The United Arab Emirates hosted all matches.
Q3. How many teams participated?
Eight teams participated.
Q4. Who won the Asia Cup 2025?
India defeated Pakistan in the final to win the title.
Q5. Who have been top man or woman performers?
Abhishek Sharma (most runs & player of collection) and Kuldeep Yadav (most wickets).
Conclusion
Asia Cup 2025 delivered electrifying cricket, iconic India–Pakistan encounters, and memorable character performances. Held in the UAE, it showcased the energy and depth of Asia’s cricket panorama. With India crowned champions for the ninth time, this edition set robust momentum in the direction of the upcoming T20 World Cup.
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