The Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025 has become one of the most exciting cricket tournaments of the year. It brings together the best young Asian cricketers in one place. This exciting T20 tournament takes place in Doha, Qatar, and features eight teams: India A, Pakistan A, Sri Lanka A, Bangladesh A, Afghanistan A, the UAE, Oman, and Hong Kong. All of these teams are showing off their future stars.
Teenage stars like Vaibhav Suryavanshi, mystery spinners, power hitters, and pace prodigies are making headlines for their explosive performances and fierce matchups, especially the fan-favorite India A vs. Pakistan A clash.
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What Is the Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025?
- Who put it together and why
- The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) put it together.
- It’s basically a developmental T20 tournament for up-and-coming players in Asian cricket.
- The tournament was formerly known as the “Emerging Teams” tournament, but it has been renamed to draw attention to rising stars.
2. Asia Cup Rising Stars Dates and Format
Dates: November 14 to November 23, 2025.
- The game is played in the T20 (Twenty20) format.
- Structure: Group stage (round robin) → Knockouts (semifinals → final).
- Total number of matches: 15.
3. Place: It took place in Doha, Qatar.
- Place: West End International Cricket Stadium in Doha
Asia Cup Rising Stars Teams & Groups
- Total teams: 8.
- Composition:
- “A” or developmental teams from full-member countries: India A, Pakistan A, Sri Lanka A, Bangladesh A, and Afghanistan A.
- Associate and national teams: UAE, Oman, and Hong Kong.
- Group breakdown:
- Group A: Afghanistan A, Sri Lanka A, Bangladesh A, and Hong Kong
- Group B: India A, Pakistan A, the UAE, and Oman
Important Matches and Schedule Highlights
- On the first day (November 14):
- Pakistan A vs. Oman
- India A vs. UAE
- The big India A vs. Pakistan A game is on November 16.
- The semi-finals are on November 21, when the best teams from each group face off.
- Final: November 23.
Asia Cup Rising Stars Broadcast / Streaming
- In India:
- Sony Sports Network will broadcast the matches.
- SonyLIV will stream live.
For other regions, see local broadcasters according to ACC and CricLife / STARZPLAY etc.
This Asia Cup Rising Stars tournament is all about finding new talent. Here are some important people and storylines:
1. India A
- Jitesh Sharma is the captain and wicketkeeper.
- Vaibhav Suryavanshi: Big spotlight. Making waves at just 14 years old
- Priyansh Arya: A star of the IPL, he was also chosen for the team.
- Other players include Nehal Wadhera, Naman Dhir (the vice-captain), Suryansh Shedge, Ramandeep Singh, and bowlers like Yudhvir Singh Charak, Vijay Vyshak, and Suyash Sharma.
2. Other Teams and Regional Stars
- Saim Ayub from Pakistan is a young left-handed batter who hits hard.
- Noor Ahmad (Afghanistan): a mystery spinner with a lot of potential
- Matheesha Pathirana (Sri Lanka): Known for his strange, slingy pace.
- Rishad Hossain (Bangladesh): He is a leg-spinner who has taken important wickets in U-19 and international youth cricket.
Why This Tournament Matters•
- Talent Development: ACC’s goal isn’t just to win; they also want to make future stars. Players here get to play in international-format matches, which are very stressful.
- Exposure for Associates: Lesser-known cricketing nations (like Hong Kong, Oman, and the UAE) get to play against “A” teams from big cricketing countries. This is a great chance for them to grow.
- Scouting Ground: Performances here could lead to national selection, IPL contracts, or other chances.
- Fan Engagement: For cricket fans, it gives them a first look at possible future internationals. Big matches like India A vs. Pakistan A add even more drama
Recent Headlines / Early Stories
- Suryavanshi’s Explosion: In one game (India A vs. UAE), 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi hit 144 runs off of just 42 balls, including 15 sixes.
- India A Leadership: The BCCI’s choice of Jitesh Sharma as captain and other young stars has gotten a lot of attention as part of a planned push for youth.
- Venue Build-up: It’s a big deal that Qatar (Doha) is hosting this; all the action will take place at the West End International Stadium.
Conclusion: Asia Cup Rising Stars
The Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025 has really lived up to its name as a great place for the next big stars of Asian cricket to shine. The tournament has not only been fun for fans, but it has also shown how deep youth cricket is across the continent with exciting finishes, breakout stars, and intense rivalries.
This event has shown off skills that will shape international cricket in the years to come. These skills include those of India’s young batting sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi and rising stars from Pakistan, Afghanistan, Sri Lanka, and other associate nations.
The ACC is still putting money into developing young talent, and the Asia Cup Rising Stars is a big step up for players who want to make it big on the world stage. One thing is clear: the 2025 edition has set a new standard, and Asian cricket’s future looks better than ever.
