According to the announcement, matches will be hosted in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, with the tournament opener between Afghanistan and Hong Kong scheduled to take place in Abu Dhabi.

The final between the top two teams will be held in Dubai on September 28.

Pakistan will play all three of its group-stage matches in Dubai, including the much-anticipated clash against India on September 14.

All evening matches will start at 6.00pm, while double-header fixtures will begin in the afternoon.

The tournament will feature two groups:

• Group A: Pakistan, India, UAE, Oman

• Group B: Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, Hong Kong

Mohsin Naqvi said: “We are looking forward to packed stadiums and thrilling high-stakes encounters. Fans will get to enjoy top-tier international cricket at world-class venues.”