Updated On: 09 September, 2025 03:06 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
The continental event is scheduled to begin on September 9, with the first game being played between Afghanistan and Hong Kong. The much-anticipated clash between arch-rivals, India and Pakistan, is scheduled to be played on September 14 at the Dubai International Stadium

Suryakumar Yadav, Salman Ali Agha (Pic: X/@ICC)
Ahead of the Asia Cup 2025, the fans across the globe are set to witness the high-voltage game between the arch-rivals, India and Pakistan.
During the tournament-eve captains' press conference, when asked if the players will showcase an aggressive approach, Team India skipper Suryakumar Yadav said, "Aggression (is) always there on field and you can't do without aggression if you want to win".