Pakistan has four matches scheduled before the big clash, while India is yet to play a single T20 game ahead of the Asia Cup 2025. As the countdown begins for the much anticipated tournament starting on September 9, let’s take a closer look at how many matches each team has under their belt before they face off in Dubai next month.
India is all set and fired up for the Asia Cup 2025. Under the leadership of Suryakumar Yadav, the Indian cricket board has announced a 15 man squad packed with talent and determination. India finds itself in Group A, where the most talked about fixture will be against arch rivals Pakistan.
With such a crucial matchup looming, fans are eager to know how both teams are shaping up especially in terms of match practice.
urning our attention to Afghanistan, the team is preparing diligently for the tournament, which they will begin with in Group B alongside Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Hong Kong. Afghanistan has a total of four T20 matches lined up before the Asia Cup begins, giving their players a vital opportunity to fine tune their skills and build momentum.
Pakistan, under the captaincy of Salman Ali Agha, is also gearing up with four T20 matches scheduled prior to their campaign in Dubai.
The young and energetic Pakistani squad, featuring a blend of fresh talent and experience, will be eager to test their mettle against international opponents before facing India and the other contenders in the group stage.
Sri Lanka, known as one of Asia’s most successful cricketing nations, is entering the tournament with confidence. They have three T20 games lined up before the Asia Cup kicks off, giving them a chance to sharpen their skills and strategize for what promises to be a competitive group stage against Afghanistan and Bangladesh.
Bangladesh, another formidable side, has also announced a three match T20 series ahead of the tournament. Their preparation will be crucial as they look to make a statement in Group B, which also includes Sri Lanka and Bangladesh itself.
As for India, the situation is quite different. Despite the excitement surrounding the squad, there’s a noticeable absence of warm up matches. The Indian team, led by Suryakumar Yadav, has not played a single T20 game before the Asia Cup begins.
A fact that has raised eyebrows among cricket fans and experts alike. The team will need to rely heavily on their training camps and internal preparations to hit the ground running in Dubai.
In essence, Pakistan’s cricketers will step onto the field four times before facing India, while the Indian squad will go into the tournament with just practice sessions behind them.
The stage is set for a thrilling Asia Cup, where preparations and performances will matter immensely. Who will seize the moment? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain cricket fans around the world are eagerly waiting for these intense battles to unfold.
