The much-anticipated India vs Pakistan match in the Asia Cup 2025 is still on the table despite geopolitical tensions following the Pahalgam attack in April. The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) is set to convene in the first week of July to finalize the tournament’s fate — including schedule, venue, and format. Cricket fans across Asia are eagerly awaiting the outcome, as any India-Pakistan encounter remains one of the sport’s biggest draws.
According to a Cricbuzz report, the ACC plans to announce the Asia Cup 2025 schedule by early September, with September 10 earmarked as a potential tournament start date. The tournament will follow the T20 format this year, featuring six teams: India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, and UAE.
Despite India being the designated host nation, the event is likely to be shifted to a neutral venue, continuing the precedent set for India-Pakistan-hosted Asia Cups. The UAE is currently the frontrunner, although a hybrid model is also under consideration.
The cricketing ties between India and Pakistan have always mirrored political relations — and 2025 is no different. Tensions escalated after a terrorist attack in Pahalgam (J&K) in April, which was followed by India’s military operation, Operation Sindoor, targeting Pakistani positions in May.
These developments led to public and political outcry in India, with growing voices urging the BCCI to boycott Pakistan in multilateral cricket events. Speculation also suggests that India’s potential boycott of Pakistan will be discussed at the upcoming ICC meeting.
Amidst the uncertainty surrounding men’s cricket, the International Cricket Council (ICC) recently provided clarity on the women’s circuit. India and Pakistan are scheduled to face off in two upcoming ICC Women’s World Cups:
October 5, 2025 – ODI World Cup Match in Colombo, Sri Lanka
June 14, 2026 – T20 World Cup Clash at Edgbaston, England
These matches are crucial not just from a sporting perspective but also as major revenue generators for global cricket. The matches between the two nations consistently draw some of the highest television ratings in sports.
India and Pakistan have not played a bilateral cricket series since 2012-13. All recent encounters have occurred only in multi-nation tournaments like the Asia Cup, ICC World Cups, or the Champions Trophy.
Their last encounter was during the Champions Trophy in Dubai on February 23, 2025, where India defeated Pakistan by six wickets in a dominant performance.
While diplomacy may keep the two nations apart politically, cricket continues to be a rare yet powerful cultural bridge. Every India vs Pakistan match is a high-voltage affair, watched by millions across the globe. Despite political pushbacks, the economic and entertainment value of this rivalry is unmatched.
The upcoming ACC decision in July will not only shape the Asia Cup 2025 but could also determine the future of India-Pakistan cricketing ties for years to come.
As the ACC prepares to decide the fate of the Asia Cup 2025, cricket fans remain hopeful for an epic India vs Pakistan showdown. Even amid rising political tensions, the passion for cricket and the legacy of this historic rivalry may triumph yet again.
Stay tuned for the latest updates on Asia Cup 2025 schedule, venue confirmation, and India-Pakistan cricket news.
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