India vs Pakistan at Asia Cup: Where Will the Arch-Rivals Clash in This Epic Showdown?
The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) has announced the venues for the Men's Asia Cup 2025. The highly anticipated group stage match between India and Pakistan is set for September 14 at the Dubai International Stadium. The tournament will kick off with Afghanistan facing Hong Kong in Abu Dhabi, and the final will be held in Dubai on September 28.
Despite ongoing tensions due to the Pahalgam terror attack and Operation Sindoor, India has decided to play against Pakistan. This decision has sparked significant controversy. Amidst this backdrop, the ACC confirmed the venues for the tournament.
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Key Matches and Groupings
India's campaign begins on September 10 against the United Arab Emirates at Dubai International Stadium. Group A comprises India, Pakistan, UAE, and Oman. Meanwhile, Group B includes Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, and Hong Kong. The tournament schedule was released last year but lacked specific venue details until now.
The possibility of India and Pakistan clashing three times exists if both teams advance through the stages. They could meet again in the Super Fours and potentially face off in the final.
Tournament Schedule
The Men's Asia Cup runs from September 9-28. Here's a look at some key fixtures:
| September 9 | Afghanistan vs Hong Kong (Abu Dhabi) |
| September 10 | India vs UAE (Dubai) |
| September 11 | Bangladesh vs Hong Kong (Abu Dhabi) |
| September 12 | Pakistan vs Oman (Dubai) |
| September 13 | Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka (Abu Dhabi) |
| September 14 | India vs Pakistan (Dubai) |
| September 15 | UAE vs Oman (Abu Dhabi) & Sri Lanka vs Hong Kong (Dubai) |
| September 16 | Bangladesh vs Afghanistan (Abu Dhabi) |
| September 17 | Pakistan vs UAE (Dubai) |
| September 18 | Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan (Abu Dhabi) |
| September 19 | India vs Oman (Abu Dhabi) |
The Super Fours Stage
If India and Pakistan make it to the Super Fours, they will face each other again. The Super Fours matches are scheduled as follows:
Final - September 28
| Date | Matchup |
|---|---|
| Super Fours Schedule: | |
| All matches in Dubai unless stated otherwise: | |
| B1 vs B2 - September 20 | |
| A1 vs A2 - September 21 | |
| A2 vs B1 - September 23 (Abu Dhabi) | |
| A1 vs B2 - September 24 | |
| A2 vs B2 - September 25 | |
| A1 vs B1 - September 26 | |
The ACC's announcement of venues adds clarity to the tournament's logistics. Fans eagerly await these exciting matchups, especially those involving arch-rivals India and Pakistan.












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