Asia T20 Cup 2025: Complete List of Teams, Captains, Schedule and India’s Squad
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The stage is set for one of Asia’s most exciting cricket tournaments as the Asia T20 Cup 2025 kicks off on September 9 in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Matches will be held across Dubai and Abu Dhabi, featuring eight competitive teams: India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, UAE, Oman, and Hong Kong.
India’s Leadership and Title Defence
Team India, the defending champions, will once again enter the competition as favourites. Suryakumar Yadav has been confirmed to lead the side, with Shubman Gill serving as his deputy. Under Rohit Sharma’s captaincy, India lifted the Asia Cup 2023 trophy by defeating Sri Lanka in a commanding final. This time, all eyes will be on Suryakumar’s aggressive approach and how India shapes up ahead of the T20 World Cup 2026.
Teams, Captains, Coaches and Titles Won
Here’s a detailed look at the participating nations, their captains, coaches, and the number of Asia Cup titles they’ve lifted so far:
No. Team Captain Coach/Head Coach Titles Won
Schedule and Venues
The tournament runs from September 9 to 28, beginning with group matches, followed by the Super Four stage, and ending with a grand finale in Dubai.
Date Match Details Venue Stage
India’s 15-Member Squad for Asia Cup 2025
The BCCI selection committee has announced India’s squad after a meeting in Mumbai. With a strong mix of youth and experience, the team looks well-balanced for the challenge ahead:
With India chasing their ninth Asia Cup title, Pakistan and Sri Lanka aiming to add to their tallies, and emerging sides like Afghanistan and UAE eager to make a mark, the Asia T20 Cup 2025 promises high-voltage cricket, thrilling finishes, and unforgettable rivalries.
India’s Leadership and Title Defence
Team India, the defending champions, will once again enter the competition as favourites. Suryakumar Yadav has been confirmed to lead the side, with Shubman Gill serving as his deputy. Under Rohit Sharma’s captaincy, India lifted the Asia Cup 2023 trophy by defeating Sri Lanka in a commanding final. This time, all eyes will be on Suryakumar’s aggressive approach and how India shapes up ahead of the T20 World Cup 2026.
Teams, Captains, Coaches and Titles Won
Here’s a detailed look at the participating nations, their captains, coaches, and the number of Asia Cup titles they’ve lifted so far:
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No. Team Captain Coach/Head Coach Titles Won
| 1 | Afghanistan | Rashid Khan | Jonathan Trott | – |
| 2 | Bangladesh | Litton Das | Phil Simmons | – |
| 3 | Hong Kong | Not Announced | Kaushal Silva | – |
| 4 | India | Suryakumar Yadav | Gautam Gambhir | 8 |
| 5 | Oman | Jatinder Singh | Duleep Mendis | – |
| 6 | Pakistan | Salman Agha | Not Confirmed | 2 |
| 7 | Sri Lanka | Charith Asalanka | Sanath Jayasuriya | 6 |
| 8 | UAE | Muhammad Waseem | Lalchand Rajput | – |
Schedule and Venues
The tournament runs from September 9 to 28, beginning with group matches, followed by the Super Four stage, and ending with a grand finale in Dubai.
Date Match Details Venue Stage
| Sep 09 (Tue) | Afghanistan vs Hong Kong, 1st Match | Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi | Group Stage |
| Sep 10 (Wed) | India vs UAE, 2nd Match | Dubai International Stadium | Group Stage |
| Sep 11 (Thu) | Bangladesh vs Hong Kong, 3rd Match | Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi | Group Stage |
| Sep 12 (Fri) | Pakistan vs Oman, 4th Match | Dubai International Stadium | Group Stage |
| Sep 13 (Sat) | Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka, 5th Match | Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi | Group Stage |
| Sep 14 (Sun) | India vs Pakistan, 6th Match | Dubai International Stadium | Group Stage |
| Sep 15 (Mon) | UAE vs Oman, 7th Match | Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi | Group Stage |
| Sep 15 (Mon) | Sri Lanka vs Hong Kong, 8th Match | Dubai International Stadium | Group Stage |
| Sep 16 (Tue) | Bangladesh vs Afghanistan, 9th Match | Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi | Group Stage |
| Sep 17 (Wed) | Pakistan vs UAE, 10th Match | Dubai International Stadium | Group Stage |
| Sep 18 (Thu) | Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan, 11th Match | Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi | Group Stage |
| Sep 19 (Fri) | India vs Oman, 12th Match | Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi | Group Stage |
| Sep 20 (Sat) | B1 vs B2, Super Four, Match 1 | Dubai International Stadium | Super Four |
| Sep 21 (Sun) | A1 vs A2, Super Four, Match 2 | Dubai International Stadium | Super Four |
| Sep 23 (Tue) | A2 vs B1, Super Four, Match 3 | Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi | Super Four |
| Sep 24 (Wed) | A1 vs B2, Super Four, Match 4 | Dubai International Stadium | Super Four |
| Sep 25 (Thu) | A2 vs B2, Super Four, Match 5 | Dubai International Stadium | Super Four |
| Sep 26 (Fri) | A1 vs B1, Super Four, Match 6 | Dubai International Stadium | Super Four |
| Sep 28 (Sun) | Final – TBC vs TBC | Dubai International Stadium | Final |
India’s 15-Member Squad for Asia Cup 2025
The BCCI selection committee has announced India’s squad after a meeting in Mumbai. With a strong mix of youth and experience, the team looks well-balanced for the challenge ahead:
- Suryakumar Yadav (Captain)
- Shubman Gill (Vice-Captain)
- Sanju Samson (Wicketkeeper)
- Abhishek Sharma
- Tilak Varma
- Hardik Pandya
- Rinku Singh
- Jitesh Sharma (Wicketkeeper)
- Axar Patel
- Shivam Dube
- Jasprit Bumrah
- Arshdeep Singh
- Kuldeep Yadav
- Varun Chakravarthy
- Harshit Rana
What to Expect
With India chasing their ninth Asia Cup title, Pakistan and Sri Lanka aiming to add to their tallies, and emerging sides like Afghanistan and UAE eager to make a mark, the Asia T20 Cup 2025 promises high-voltage cricket, thrilling finishes, and unforgettable rivalries.
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