India will start their campaign against the UAE on September 10 in Dubai, while their final group match is against Oman. (The Financial Express)
In a notable change, Team India will compete sans a jersey sponsor—Dream11 withdrew its sponsorship due to regulatory issues, meaning the word "India" will feature more prominently on their uniforms.
India’s road to the Asia Cup begins on September 10 in Dubai, where they face the UAE. While many see this as a comparatively easy opener, it is also an important match for India to test their combinations before the high-pressure clash against Pakistan. After UAE, India will lock horns with Oman on September 12, wrapping up their group-stage journey.
But the big talking point this year is India’s jersey. For the first time in years, the Indian cricket team will play without a sponsor logo on their kits. Dream11, the previous sponsor, stepped down following regulatory hurdles, leaving the iconic “INDIA” text shining boldly across the chest.
Fans on social media are already calling this a “classic retro look” that brings back nostalgia from the 1990s era when jerseys were free of commercial clutter. For many, this will make the Asia Cup 2025 extra special, giving the team’s attire a purer, nationalistic feel.
