Asia Cup 2025 set to be played in T20 format; UAE and Oman to host 6-Team tournament
Published - 30 Jan 2024, 11:24 AM | Updated - 23 Aug 2024, 12:25 AM
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The Asia Cup 2025 is set to be played in the T20 format, enhancing teams’ preparations for the T20 World Cup 2026. The upcoming edition of the Asia Cup is likely to be held in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Oman, according to the latest news reports.
The last edition of the Asia Cup was played in the 50-over format ahead of the ODI World Cup 2023. Pakistan and Sri Lanka jointly hosted the six-team tournament in a hybrid model. Rohit Sharma-led India emerged victorious by defeating Sri Lanka in the final clash.
Asia Cup 2025 Set T0 Be Played In 20-Over Format – Report
According to Cricbuzz, the venue and format for the Asia Cup 2025 will be determined during the Asian Cricket Council’s Annual General Meetings in Bali on January 30-31. The UAE and Oman are competing to host the upcoming tournament, with decisions expected soon.
The Asia Cup was played in the T20 format for the first time in 2016 in Bangladesh, before the T20 World Cup. The 2022 edition was also played in the shorter format. The next tournament is poised to mark the third occurrence of the competition in the 20-over format.
The UAE is set to host the Asia Cup for the fifth time, while Oman is seeking its first opportunity to organize the event. However, there is uncertainty regarding the eligibility of Associate Members, as a clause states that Full Member Asian nations should be the hosts.
Asia Cup Host And Format
1984 – ODI – UAE
1986 – ODI – Sri Lanka
1988 – ODI – Bangladesh
1991 – ODI – India
1995 – ODI – UAE
1997 – ODI – Sri Lanka
2000 – ODI – Bangladesh
2004 – ODI – Sri Lanka
2008 – ODI – Pakistan
2010 – ODI – Sri Lanka
2012 – ODI – Bangladesh
2014 – ODI – Bangladesh
2016 – T20I – Bangladesh
2018 – ODI – UAE
2022 – T20I – UAE
2023 – ODI – Pakistan, Sri Lanka
2025 – T20I* – UAE, Oman*
Jay Shah Set To Resign As ACC President?
A significant decision is expected regarding Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) secretary Jay Shah’s position as ACC President, with indications that he might step down. The ACC presidential term is two years, and Shah is currently in the midst of his second term.
Jay Shah is considering the International Cricket Council (ICC) chairman role, which is an independent post. The chairman elections of the global cricket governing board are scheduled for November. If Shah aspires to the ICC position, he must vacate his ACC role.
If Shah wins the ICC Chairman election, he will be required to step down from his roles not only in the ACC but also within the BCCI leadership. The potential conflict of interest makes it imperative for individuals to relinquish positions in both national boards and the ICC.
In 2015, Jay Shah joined the finance and marketing committees of the BCCI. In 2019, he secured the position of BCCI secretary. His involvement in cricket administration continued as he assumed the role of president of the Asian Cricket Council in January 2021.
