Exciting times ahead, cricket fans, because the UAE is set to play host to the Asia Cup 2018 tournament in September. With fixtures running this month in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, here’s a quick breakdown of match dates you don’t want to miss. Check it out…
Asia Cup 2018: Here’s what fans will want to know
The biggest Asian face-off is set to run from September 15-28, with games being hosted in both Dubai and Abu Dhabi (including the highly anticipated showdown between Pakistan and defending champs India on September 19).
It’s only the third time that UAE has played host to the tournament – now in its 14th edition – and fans can expect some incredible sporting action throughout (though the absence of India captain Virat Kohli will definitely be felt.) Here’s a rundown of what to expect…
ASIA CUP 2018 SCHEDULE:
Asia Cup 2018 full schedule:
Group Stage
15 September – Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka (Dubai)
16 September – Pakistan vs Qualifier (Dubai)
17 September – Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan (Abu Dhabi)
18 September – India vs Qualifier (Dubai)
19 September – India vs Pakistan (Dubai)
20 September – Bangladesh vs Afghanistan (Abu Dhabi)
Super Four
21 September – Group A Winner vs Group B Runner-up (Dubai)
21 September – Group B Winner vs Group A Runner-up (Abu Dhabi)
23 September – Group A Winner vs Group A Runner-up (Dubai)
23 September – Group B Winner vs Group B Runner-up (Abu Dhabi)
25 September – Group A Winner vs Group B Winner (Dubai)
26 September – Group A Runner-up vs Group B Runner-up (Abu Dhabi)
Final: 28 September – Asia Cup 2018 Final (Dubai)
SQUADS
Asia Cup 2018 will see five teams – India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Afghanistan – battle it out on the pitch. Here are the squad rosters for this year’s tournament…
India
Pakistan
Sri Lanka
Bangladesh
Afghanistan
TICKET DETAILS
Tickets to the Asia Cup 2018 are currently available from Platinum List. Ticket prices start from AED 35. Take note that certain matches, including India v Pakistan, may already be sold-out.
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