Published on: Nov 4, 2025 5:32 pm IST|Updated on: Nov 4, 2025 5:32 pm IST
The ACC Men’s Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025 is the latest edition of the ACC Emerging Teams Asia Cup, a tournament designed to nurture young cricketers from across Asia. Administered by the Asian Cricket Council (ACC), this competition blends List-A and T20 formats, offering a high-performance platform for emerging players from both full member and associate nations.
First held in 2013, the tournament has grown in stature, with each edition spotlighting future stars who often go on to represent their national senior teams. The 2025 edition will be hosted in Qatar, with matches scheduled at the West End Park International Cricket Stadium in Doha.
The Rising Stars Asia Cup follows a round-robin and knockout format, featuring 10 teams divided into two groups. Each team plays group-stage matches, with the top sides advancing to the semi-finals and final.
Participating teams typically include:
This format ensures competitive balance while giving associate nations exposure to high-level cricket.
The tournament has produced thrilling contests and future international stars. Here’s a quick look at past champions:
Pakistan A and Sri Lanka A are the most successful teams, each with two titles, while India A and Afghanistan A have one each.
Here’s how the top teams have fared over the years:
The 2025 edition brings several exciting updates:
The Rising Stars Asia Cup is all about a developmental crucible. Players like Shaheen Afridi, Shubman Gill, Wanindu Hasaranga, and Rahmanullah Gurbaz all made early impressions in this competition before becoming household names.
Here’s the full match schedule for the ACC Men’s Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025.
The ACC Men’s Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025 is poised to be a launchpad for upcoming talent and future legends. With a mix of tradition, innovation, and raw talent, the tournament continues to be a cornerstone of Asian cricket development.