Asia Cup 2023 is set to open on August 30 to great anticipation. Sri Lanka and Pakistan will host this edition of the prestigious cricket tournament. Here are details about the Asia Cup Opening ceremony, Date, Venue, Live Stream, Broadcast and star-studded performances.
Asia Cup 2023 Overview:
Asia Cup 2023 will be held from August 30 to September 17. The original plan was to hold the event in Pakistan, but adjustments were needed after India decided not to travel there. As a result, Pakistan and Sri Lanka will share the tournament.
The Asia Cup 2023 will feature six dynamic teams, including Nepal’s debut. Group A consists of India, Pakistan, and Nepal, while Group B consists of Afghanistan, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka.
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A total of 13 matches are scheduled, so fans will be kept on their toes. Following the six league matches, the top two teams will advance to the Super Fours stage. In Colombo’s R. Premadasa Stadium, the Super Fours will be followed by the final match, the ultimate showdown.
In the 2022 edition held in the UAE, Sri Lanka won the title. In 2023, the Asia Cup returns to the ODI format from last year’s T20 format, adding another layer of excitement.
Asia Cup 2023 Opening Ceremony
Asia Cup 2023 will be kicked off with a grand opening ceremony on August 30. Just before Pakistan and Nepal’s inaugural match, this spectacular event will take place.
This year’s Asia Cup opening ceremony will take place at Multan Cricket Stadium. Pakistan and Nepal will face off in this historic stadium, setting the tone for the tournament.
At the Asia Cup 2023 opening ceremony, two musical legends will take center stage. A floral arrangement by Indian icon AR Rahman and a performance by Pakistani sensation Atif Aslam will add a touch of class to the event.
Asia Cup 2023 Full Schedule:
| Date | Match | Venue | Timing (IST) |
| 30 August | Pakistan vs Nepal | Multan, Pakistan | 3:00 PM |
| 31 August | Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka | Kandy, Sri Lanka | 3:00 PM |
| 2 September | Pakistan vs India | Kandy, Sri Lanka | 3:00 PM |
| 3 September | Bangladesh vs Afghanistan | Lahore, Pakistan | 3:00 PM |
| 4 September | India vs Nepal | Kandy, Sri Lanka | 3:00 PM |
| 5 September | Afghanistan vs Sri Lanka | Lahore, Pakistan | 3:00 PM |
Asia Cup 2023 Super 4s Schedule
| Date | Match | Venue | Timing (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 September | A1 vs B2 | Lahore, Pakistan | 3:00 PM |
| 9 September | B1 vs B2 | Colombo, Sri Lanka | 3:00 PM |
| 10 September | A1 vs A2 | Colombo, Sri Lanka | 3:00 PM |
| 12 September | A2 vs B1 | Colombo, Sri Lanka | 3:00 PM |
| 14 September | A1 vs B1 | Colombo, Sri Lanka | 3:00 PM |
| 15 September | A2 vs B2 | Colombo, Sri Lanka | 3:00 PM |
| 17 September | FINAL | Colombo, Sri Lanka | 3:00 PM |
How to Watch Asia Cup 2023 in Pakistan:
TEN Sports and PTV Sports will broadcast the event in South Asia. As part of a deal with Ten Sports, Tamasha, and Tapmad TV will also offer live streaming to its customers.
Asia Cup 2023 Live Streaming Details
Various countries will stream and broadcast Asia Cup 2023 on the following channels and apps:
| Country | Channels and Apps |
|---|---|
| India | Star Sports Networks and Disney+ Hotstar |
| Pakistan | Ten Sports and PTV Sports |
| Sri Lanka | SLRC |
| Bangladesh | GAZI TV |
| Nepal | Star Sports Networks and Disney+ Hotstar |
| UK | TNT Sport 1 and TNT Sports App |
| New Zealand | Sky Sports |
| South Africa | SuperSports |
| Australia | FOX Sports and FOXTel app |
In Asia Cup 2023, cricketing giants will compete for glory in an action-packed event. Watch the tournament on your mobile device or television to catch all the thrilling moments. Don’t miss this year’s cricket extravaganza!
