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India vs UAE match, where to watch free?

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3 months ago

September 10, 2025

The opening match of the Asia Cup 2025 features India pitted against the hosts, the UAE, at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. The toss is scheduled for 7:30 PM IST, with play commencing at 8.00 PM IST on September 10, 2025.

Official Broadcast & Streaming Options in India

Television: The Sony Sports Network will telecast the match live in India
Online Streaming: The match can be viewed live by viewers via the Sony LIV app and website

Free streaming is not possible on any of these platforms. While Sony LIV requires a subscription, Sony Sports is a pay TV channel.

Free or Alternative Streaming Options

International Free Streams (VPN Required)

Free streaming of Asia Cup matches is provided by platforms like Tamasha and Myco. Although India vs UAE is not available in Pakistan, a VPN can be used to appear as if you are located there and access these free streams if given the permission legally.

Unofficial Streaming Sites (Not Recommended)

Free streaming options are advertised by websites like Freehit.eu and CricHD. However, these are generally unauthorized websites, often unsafe, and could pose legal or cybersecurity risks. As these websites are not endorsed as legitimate, precautions must be taken while handling them.

Doordarshan (DD Sports) – Potential Option

Doordarshan via DD Sports is a home to some of the latest sporting spectacles in India. “Sports of National Importance” are often shared with the national broadcaster Doordarshan. However, Asia Cup matches like this do not qualify under this category. If they qualify, then DD Sports could potentially offer a free-to-air broadcast, but there is no confirmation from their end as of now.

International Cricket Council (ICC) TV for Highlights

ICC TV provides free daily highlights and full streams for test matches, in some cases accessible via Google/Facebook/email signup. However, T20 matches like the Asia Cup are not considered in this case by ICC TV, so they are unlikely to include India vs UAE.

The best experience to watch the Asia Cup 2025 remains via the official Sony platforms if you are in India. To access free options, a VPN and access to Pakistani services are required, but be prepared to weigh the terms and conditions at your own risk.