The Asia Cup 2025 is set to begin on September 9 in Dubai, with Team India entering as one of the favorites. The team’s first match will be against the UAE on September 10 at the Dubai International Stadium. Alongside the team’s prospects, the spotlight is on Hardik Pandya. He is on the verge of achieving a record no other player has reached in the T20 Asia Cup. Pandya is only 17 runs away from accomplishing this feat. Having taken 11 wickets and scored 83 runs in his T20 Asia Cup career, a further 17 runs would see him become the first player to score 100+ runs and take 10+ wickets in the tournament’s history. Pandya’s role will be critical, especially considering the UAE’s spin-friendly conditions. This could lead to India fielding three spinners and two pacers. His experience and all-around skills will be invaluable. The Asia Cup provides important preparation for the 2026 T20 World Cup, and it could be a defining moment for Pandya’s leadership and performance.
