Rising Asia Cup 2026 Schedule Out: India v Pakistan on 22 November in Doha
The Asian Cricket Council has released the schedule for the Rising Asia Cup 2026, with India and Pakistan meeting on Sunday 22 November in Doha. Eight teams play from 19 to 29 November, and the final is at West End Park International Cricket Stadium.
The groups
- Group A: India, Pakistan, Nepal, UAE
- Group B: Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, Hong Kong
The tournament opens on 19 November with Bangladesh v Hong Kong and Sri Lanka v Afghanistan. Group games finish on 24 November. The semi-finals are on 26 and 27 November and the final on 29 November.
Key dates
| Date | Match |
|---|---|
| Fri 20 Nov | India v Nepal |
| Sun 22 Nov | India v Pakistan |
| Tue 24 Nov | India v UAE; Pakistan v Nepal |
| Thu 26 Nov | Semi-final 1 (A1 v B2) |
| Fri 27 Nov | Semi-final 2 (B1 v A2) |
| Sun 29 Nov | Final |
Holders
Pakistan Shaheens won the 2025 edition, also in Doha, beating Bangladesh A in a super over in the final.
Full fixture list, venues and start times: Rising Asia Cup 2026 guide.
Sources: WION, Qatar Tribune.
