How can India qualify for the semi-finals of the Rising Stars Asia Cup 2025?

India-A currently positioned second in Group B with 2 points after a win against UAE and a loss to Pakistan-A, who have already qualified. India-A must win against Oman to qualify for semis.

India must win against Oman to qualify for the semis. Image | BCCI on X

Koushik Biswas

Last Updated: 04.29 PM, Nov 18, 2025

India’s qualification for the semi-finals of the Rising Stars Asia Cup 2025 hinges on their performance in Group B, where they have yet to face Oman in a round-robin league stage. The tournament, held in Doha from November 14 to 23, features eight teams divided into two groups, with the top two from each group advancing to the knockouts.

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How can India-A qualify for the semis after the defeat against Pakistan?

After a comprehensive win against the UAE by 148 runs, India-A faced a shocking defeat against the Pakistan-A team, where they lost by 8 wickets.

With 2 points in two matches, India-A are currently sitting in the No.2 position in Group B.

After their win against India-A, Pakistan-A have already qualified for the semis with a net run rate of +2.810. For India-A, here are the equations to qualify for the semis.

India-A beat Oman: If India-A beat Oman, they will be the second team from Group B to qualify for the semis. If Pakistan-A lose their final match against U.A.E, India-A can also finish at the top of the points table.

India-A lose against Oman: If India-A face a rare defeat against Oman, they will end up with 2 points in three games. In that, Oman will have four points and they will qualify as the second team from Group B. So, it is a must-win match for the Boys in Blue.

If the match gets washed out: In case of a washed-out situation, India, with a better run rate than Oman will qualify.

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When are the semi-finals scheduled?

Both the semi-finals will be played on 21st November at the West End Park International Cricket Stadium. The first semi-final will feature the topper of Group A and the runner-up from Group B at 3 pm IST.

The second semi-final will be played between the topper of Group B and the runner-up of Group A from 8 pm IST.

The final will be played at the same venue on 23rd November from 8 pm IST.

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