Cricket fans, it’s the time of the year when Asia’s top cricket teams battle it out for glory – Asia Cup 2025 kicks off today. From September 9 to 28, the cricket tournament will see the national cricket teams of Afghanistan, Pakistan, India, Sri Lanka, UAE, Oman, Hong Kong, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh chase victory in 19 ODI (One Day International) matches.
Where is the Asia Cup 2025 happening?
It’s happening here in the UAE! The last time we had the honour of hosting the Asia Cup was in 2022. Back in 2023. Match venues are being split between stadiums in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. A total of 11 matches, including the thrilling finals, will unfold at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Meanwhile, Abu Dhabi’s Sheikh Zayed Stadium will host the other 8 matches.
The opening match between Afghanistan and Hong Kong in Abu Dhabi at 6:30pm (UAE time) got the ball rolling on this epic cricket tournament. All matches start at 6:30pm UAE time, except the UAE vs Oman game at 4pm on September 15.
When is the India-Pakistan match of Asia Cup 2025?
Whatever team you’re rooting for, there’s no denying the thrill of India-Pakistan cricket matches. The arch sports rivals face off in a group stage match on September 14. Based on the outcome, Indian and Pakistan could clash with each other on the pitch 3 more times.
Where to watch the Asia Cup 2025 in Dubai?
Live in the Stadiums
This is your chance to see cricket stars live in the stadium and immerse yourself in the electric atmosphere! Tickets for Asia Cup 2025 matches are available online from AED 50. You can also purchase tickets in person at the ticketing offices of Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi and Dubai International Stadium. Prices for the high-stakes India vs Pakistan match start at AED 475 per seat. Buy Asia Cup 2025 tickets here.
On TV
Not a fan of sweating it out in a crowded stadium? You can stream the matches in the comfort of your own home through StarzPlay. CricLife (regular TV) and CricLife MAX on eLife TV and Switch TV are also airing the matches. Find the full schedule of Asia Cup 2025 matches here
Sports bars and pubs
Alternatively, sports bars and pubs across the UAE and Dubai will be screening the matches live on big screens with big crowds that offer the same energy but indoors with more food and drink options. Here are 10 places in Dubai to watch Asia Cup 2025.
1. The Permit Room
The Indian restaurant and rooftop bar is the ideal venue to catch the on-field action on 8 indoor and 9 outdoor screens, including a massive LED screen in air-conditioned tents. Sports fans enjoy bucket deals from AED 33, double-up house spirits for AED 49 and an AED 119 cocktails and starters package if you plan to stick around for the entirety of the 7-8 hour one-day match.
📅: September 9-28
📞: Call 0547911796 for reservations
📍: Majestic City Retreat, Mankhool
2. 59 Street Kitchen and Bar
What’s better than watching a match in a pub full of emotional cricket fans? Watching it in a pub full of great cocktails, Indo-Asian fusion food and live DJ to get the party started when your team scores. 59 Street is providing all that along with all-day Happy Hour deals so you leave every match a winner. Even on the India-Pak cricket match day.
📅: September 9-28
📞: Call 050 210 6962 for reservations
📍: Donatello Hotel, Al Barsha 1
3. Barasti
From September 9-28, the Barasti is screening all matches of the Asia Cup 2025. There’s a special screening in place for the epic India vs. Pakistan match on September 14. From 6:30pm onwards, Barasti’s indoor bar and tent will screen the match live. There’s a minimum spend of AED150 on food and beverages per person.
📅: September 9-28
📞: Call 056 777 1194 for reservations
📍: Le Meridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort, Dubai Marina
4. Headlines
The sports bar tucked away inside the World Trade Centre is broadcasting the matches through the Asia Cup tournament. But on September 14, they’re hosting a special screening of for the India vs. Pakistan match with valet parking available.
📅: September 9-28
📞: Call 052 337 7510 for reservations
📍: Ibis Hotel, World Trade Centre, off Sheikh Zayed Road
5. High Note Pool and Sky Lounge
The rooftop bar will be screening the important matches of the Asia Cup 2025 tournament. The nailbiting India-Pakistan cricket match on September 14 is a highlight, followed by other important playoffs of the group stages, Super 4s and the finals. A minimum spend of AED 250 is a must.
📅: September 9-28
📞: Call 058 591 8153 or 050 254 6782
📍: Aloft Al Mina Hotel, Bur Dubai
6. 71 Sports Bar
The casual sports bar at Trump International Golf Club is one of the joints in town to drop by for communal viewing of the cricket matches. Open from 10am to 1am daily, you can catch all the matches live here while kicking back with comfort food and drinks during the high-stakes action.
📅: September 9-28
📞: Call 04 245 3988 for details
📍: Trump International Golf Club, Damac Hills
7. Huddle Sports Bar
This sports bar’s outlets are screening Asia Cup matches live with special drinks and food deals for the clash of the Titans – India and Pakistan – on September 14, taking centre stage. For bragging rights of having watched the matches live amidst a frenzied crowd, hit up the newly revamped Al Barsha. They’ve kitted out the space with 9 big screens and a limited-time Playing XI menu themed after cricketing legends and terminology. Dishes like King Kohliwada prawns or Tikka Hatrick will fuel your cricket fever. Wash it down with happy hour deals for AED 24, and select beers from AED 35.
📅: September 9-28
📞: Call 050100704 for details
📍: Citymax Hotel, Al Barsha
8. Tiger Stock Bar
Whichever team you’re betting on winning or losing, one thing you can bet on and not lose are the drinks at this stock exchange-themed bar. Prices of tipples rise and fall to refelect the highs and low of the stock market! However, to keep cricket fans’ already erractic heartrates during the games steady, they’ve got four-hour unlimited drinks packages starting from AED 199 including popcorn and salad.
📅: September 9-28
📞: Call 0565554626 for details
📍: Barceló Al Jaddaf
9. Nezesaussi Grill
A combination of the names of countries whose cuisines it serves – New Zealand, South Africa and Australia this gastropub is serving delicious food along with screenings of the Asia Cup matches. Both the outlets in Address Marina and Manzil Downtown are equipped with multiple TV screens, including one giant screen and two pool tables. On Sunday, scarf down a Sunday roast buffet from 2pm-7pm and every other day, pair nail-bitting overs with happy hour deals from 4pm-8pm.
Call 04 8883444 for Manzil Downtown branch and 04 436 7777 for Address Marina branch
10. Goose Island Tap House
Whether your favourite batsman goes out on a duck or not the happy hour deals at this sleek pub will leave you loose as a goose. Asia Cup matches will be shown on big screens scattered across the venue all through the cricket series with a big event in place for the blockbuster India-Pak game on September 14. You can bide your time between innings playing beer pong or pool. Book here
📅: September 9-28
📞: Call 0565554626 for details
📍: FIVE, Jumeirah Village Circle