The start time for 18 out of the 19 matches in the upcoming Asia Cup has been pushed back by half an hour from the original schedule due to the extreme heat in the UAE.
As per the revised timings, the matches will begin at 6.30pm local time (8pm IST).
The tournament, which will be held in the T20 format this time, will run from September 9 to 28 across Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
"The start time for 18 out of the 19 DP World Asia Cup 2025 matches has been updated. These matches will now begin at 6:30pm local time (Gulf Standard Time)," the Emirates Cricket Board said in a statement on its website.
"The Monday, 15 September match between UAE and Oman will start at 4pm local time at the Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi - the only day game of the tournament."
In the initial schedule announc