Rising Stars Asia Cup 2025: Full schedule, teams, venue, and where to watch live
The Rising Stars Asia Cup 2025 will be held in Doha, Qatar, from November 14 to 23. Here’s the complete list of participating teams, full schedule, and live-streaming details.
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Last Updated: 01.38 PM, Nov 04, 2025
The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) has confirmed the complete details for the Rising Stars Asia Cup 2025, an exciting platform for Asia’s young and emerging cricket talents. The tournament will take place in Doha, Qatar, from November 14 to 23, featuring some of the most promising players from across the continent.
A total of eight teams will participate in this edition, divided into two competitive groups. The event, previously known as the Emerging Asia Cup, has been rebranded to reflect its focus on showcasing rising cricket stars who may soon represent their senior national sides.
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Teams, Groups, and Format
The eight participating teams have been split into two groups:
Group A: India, Pakistan, United Arab Emirates (UAE), Oman
Group B: Afghanistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Hong Kong
Each team will play the others in their group once, with the top two from each group progressing to the semi-finals.
Semi-final 1: Winner of Group A vs Runner-up of Group B
Semi-final 2: Winner of Group B vs Runner-up of Group A
The winners will meet in the final on November 23, 2025, bringing the curtain down on a high-intensity competition. All matches will be played in Doha, giving the event a centralized setup ideal for fans and players alike.
Full Schedule for Rising Stars Asia Cup 2025
The tournament will feature 15 matches in total, including group-stage fixtures, semi-finals, and the grand finale. The India vs Pakistan clash in the group stage is expected to be one of the tournament’s major highlights.
Group Stage: November 14 – November 20, 2025
Semi-final 1: November 21, 2025
Semi-final 2: November 22, 2025
Final: November 23, 2025
Where to Watch Rising Stars Asia Cup 2025
The Indian fans can watch the Rising Stars Asia Cup 2025 on SonyLIV app assessible via OTTplay Premium.
Moreover, cricket fans across the subcontinent can watch every match live on Sony Sports Network. The broadcast will also be available with multilingual commentary options to reach a wider audience.
With the combination of powerhouse teams like India, Pakistan, and Afghanistan alongside competitive sides like Oman and Hong Kong, the Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025 promises ten days of thrilling action and the emergence of the region’s next cricket superstars.