ACC confirms Dubai, Abu Dhabi as venues for Asia Cup

ACC confirms Dubai, Abu Dhabi as venues for Asia Cup

The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) has confirmed Dubai and Abu Dhabi as the venues for the Asia Cup in September. Matches will begin at 6 PM UAE time (7:30 PM in India). The tournament runs from September 9 to 28.

Schedule Overlap

On September 15, two games are scheduled:

• UAE vs Oman at 4:30 PM local time (6 PM IST)
• Sri Lanka vs Hong Kong at 7:30 PM

India's Matches

• September 10: vs UAE
• September 14: vs Pakistan
• September 19: vs Oman

Assuming India and Pakistan finish as the top two teams in their group, they will face off again in the Super 4 stage on September 21.

ACC Statement

"ACC T20 Asia Cup venues and match timings are out! Looking forward to packed stadiums and some truly breath-taking encounters." – ACC president Mohsin Naqvi

"With top Asian cricketing nations set to battle it out in one of the most anticipated tournaments of the year, the announcement marks a major step forward in the tournament's preparations. From iconic stadiums to passionate fans, the stage is set for thrilling action across the continent." – ACC statement

Tournament Details

• Eight teams: India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, UAE, Oman, and Hong Kong.
• T20 format
• Final: September 29 in Dubai