The biggest group-stage game is locked. India will face Pakistan on Sunday, 14 September 2025 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. The game starts at 7:30 PM IST, which is 7:00 PM PKT and 6:00 PM local time in Dubai.
Tournament window: 9–28 September 2025 across UAE (Dubai and Abu Dhabi). The final is on 28 September in Dubai.
Groups:
Group A — India, Pakistan, Oman, UAE
Group B — Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, Hong Kong.
Why it matters: This is the most watched rivalry in cricket and a major tune-up for both teams ahead of the next global T20 cycle. India’s participation clearance and the neutral venue have removed uncertainty and added to the hype.
Key match facts (highlighted)
- Fixture: India vs Pakistan, Group A
- Date: Sunday, 14 September 2025
- Time: 7:30 PM IST • 7:00 PM PKT • 6:00 PM Dubai
- Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai
- Format: T20I
- Local start time confirmed: 6:00 PM Dubai (from official match listing).
Where to watch in Pakistan
PTV Sports has exclusive domestic TV rights for all ACC events (2025–2027), which includes the Asia Cup 2025. Digital details from PTV are expected closer to match day.
India’s fixtures at a glance (IST)
- Sep 10: India vs UAE, 7:30 PM IST, Dubai
- Sep 14: India vs Pakistan, 7:30 PM IST, Dubai
- Sep 19: India vs Oman, 7:30 PM IST, Abu Dhabi.
Super Four begins 20–25 Sep, Final on 28 Sep (Dubai).
Squads headline
- India: Captain Suryakumar Yadav, Vice-captain Shubman Gill; pace spearheaded by Jasprit Bumrah.
- Pakistan: Captain Salman Ali Agha; pace led by Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf; top order includes Fakhar Zaman, Saim Ayub.
1) India vs Pakistan match info (compact card)
| India vs Pakistan — Asia Cup 2025 (Group A) | |
|---|---|
| Date | Sunday, 14 September 2025 |
| Time | 7:30 PM IST · 7:00 PM PKT · 6:00 PM Dubai |
| Venue | Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai |
| Format | T20 International (day-night) |
| Stage | Group A |
2) Where to watch in Pakistan
| Platform Type | Channel / App | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| TV Broadcast | PTV Sports (HD) | Confirmed | Exclusive domestic TV rights for all ACC events 2025–2027 |
| Digital Streaming | PTV digital platforms / official app | To be announced | PTV has ACC rights; app/URL details usually shared near match day |
| Other OTT in Pakistan | Partner apps | Unconfirmed | Check official announcements closer to kick-off |
3) India’s group fixtures (IST)
| Date | Fixture | Time (IST) | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, 10 September 2025 | India vs United Arab Emirates (Group A) | 7:30 PM | Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai |
| Sunday, 14 September 2025 | India vs Pakistan (Group A) | 7:30 PM | Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai |
| Friday, 19 September 2025 | India vs Oman (Group A) | 7:30 PM | Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi |
4) Super Four key dates (local UAE time)
| Date | Match | City | Local Start |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday, 20 September 2025 | Super Four — B1 vs B2 | Dubai | 6:00 PM |
| Sunday, 21 September 2025 | Super Four — A1 vs A2 | Dubai | 6:00 PM |
| Tuesday, 23 September 2025 | Super Four — A2 vs B1 | Abu Dhabi | 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday, 24 September 2025 | Super Four — A1 vs B2 | Dubai | 6:00 PM |
| Thursday, 25 September 2025 | Super Four — A2 vs B2 | Dubai | 6:00 PM |
5) Final
| Date | Match | Venue | Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday, 28 September 2025 | Asia Cup 2025 Final | Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai | 7:30 PM |
