The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) has announced that India will host the 2025 e??dition of the Asia Cup, marking a significant return of the tournament to Indian soil after 35 years. This announcement was made on October 5, alo??ngside details regarding the venues for the next four editions of the prestigious cricket tournament and the upcoming media rights auction.

Upcoming Asia Cup editions

The 2025 Asia Cup will be played in a T20I format, continuing the trend of alternating between T20 and ODI formats. Following India’s hosting in 2025, the tournament will see Bangladesh as the host for the ODI version in 2027. Pakistan is set to welcome teams for a T20 Asia Cup in 2029, while Sri Lanka will organize an ODI tournament in 2031.

Media rights auction

In addition to announcing the hosts, the ACC has invited bids for media rights covering a cycle from 2024 to 2031. The base price for these rights is set at USD 170 million, which includes global television, digital, and audio rights for six major tournaments organized?? by the ACC. The auction is scheduled for November 1, with bidders required to submit their offers in Dubai by late October.

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Context and significance of ACC’s announcement

This announcement comes on the heels of a successful Asia Cup held in 2023, where Pakistan co-hosted the event with Sri Lanka under a hybrid model due to security concerns raised by India. The last time India hosted an Asia Cup was in the late 1990s, making this upcoming event partic??ularly significant for fans and players alike.

As cricket continues to grow in popularity across Asia, these developments signal a promising future for the sport in the?? region, with high expectations for competitive ??matches and increased viewership.

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India have been confirmed as the host for the 2025 Asia Cup, with the tournament set to be contested in the dynamic T20 format. This announcement comes after the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) released an Invitation for Expressions of Interest (IEOI) document.

Event details

The 2025 Asia Cup promises to be an exciting event, featuring six teams: India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, and a qualifier. This will be a significant tournament following the 2023 edition, which was hosted by Pakistan and Sri Lanka and played in the 50-ov??er format.

Key highlights

• Return to T20 format: Fans can look forward to fast-paced matches with plenty of big hits and dramatic wickets.
• India’s home ground advantage: While there would be some advantage but the Indian team will face immense pressure to perform on their home turf.
• India versus Pakistan rivalry: One of the most anticipated matchups â€?India versus Pakistan â€?in cricket will be even more intense.
• Emerging talent: The tournament will provide a stage for young players to showcase their skills.

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Anticipation builds

As the 2025 Asia Cup approaches, excitement is building in the cricketing world. Fans are eagerly awaiting the tournament schedule, venue announcements, and team line-ups. While the competition is still a year away, the anticipation is palpable. Traditional powerhouses India, Pakistan, and Sr??i Lanka will be favorites, but Bangla??desh and Afghanistan have shown marked improvement recently. The qualifier team will also add an unpredictable element to the mix.

With the ??Asia Cup 2025 on the horizon, cricket enthusiasts are in for a thrilling spectacle, with fierce competition expected among all participating teams.

Future editions

In 2027, the Men’s Asia Cup will return to the ODI format and will be hosted by Bangladesh. Both the 2025 and 2027 tournaments will include six teams and consist of 13 matches each. Additionally, the 2026 Women’s Asia Cup will be held in the T20 format, featuring 15 matches. The most recent Women’s Asia Cup, held in Dambulla in 2024, saw Sri Lanka clinch their first title, defeating India by eight wickets in the final.

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