The excitement surrounding the Asia Cup 2025 is building as the tournament is set to commence on September 9 in Dubai. India, a strong contender, will play its opening match against the UAE on September 10 at the Dubai International Stadium. A key figure to watch is Hardik Pandya, who is on the cusp of making history. Pandya needs only 17 runs to become the first player to achieve a unique all-round record in the T20 Asia Cup. His current stats include 11 wickets and 83 runs in the tournament. If he scores 17 more runs, he’ll be the first to reach 100+ runs and 10+ wickets. With the UAE conditions expected to favor spin, Pandya’s role as a second fast bowler and dependable middle-order finisher becomes even more important for India. The Asia Cup is a crucial preparatory tournament for the 2026 T20 World Cup, and for Pandya, it’s an opportunity to showcase his leadership and all-round abilities.
