India are set to open its Asia Cup campaign against the UAE on September 10 in Dubai, followed by the marquee clash against Pakistan on September 14, also in Dubai. The final group-stage fixture will be played against Oman on September 19 in Abu Dhabi

Group A of the Asia Cup 2025 consists of teams such as India, Pakistan, UAE, and Oman, whereas Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, and Hong Kong make up Group B. Tiwary said that the decision to play against Pakistan should be reconsidered