ACC Men's Premier Cup 2024/25

The ACC Men's Premier Cup stands as the premier senior cricket tournament for Associate member nations across Asia. Organised by the Asian Cricket Council, it was established in 2023 to replace the former ACC Trophy as the flagship 50-over event for the region’s leading non-full member teams. The competition distinguishes itself through its direct qualification pathway, offering the winner a guaranteed spot in the Men's Asia Cup. Furthermore, the top three finishers earn entry into the ACC Emerging Teams Asia Cup, providing a crucial route for young players to gain international experience.

The tournament structure relies on a fixed field of the region's leading Associate nations, with no formal relegation system in place. Participants are determined by the top eight finishers from the previous Premier Cup combined with the two finalists from the feeder ACC Men's Challenger Cup. While the inaugural edition in Nepal was contested in a 50-over format, the competition has since shown flexibility, hosting a T20I edition in 2024. As of 2026, the tournament is played in the 50-over ODI format, featuring a group stage of two groups of five teams before progressing to semifinals, a third-place playoff, and the final. This structure ensures consistent competition among established sides while allowing Challenger Cup finalists to test their abilities at the highest regional level.

Historical results show a lack of dominance by any single nation, with no team winning the tournament more than once as of the 2026 edition. Nepal claimed victory in the inaugural 2023 edition, while the United Arab Emirates secured the title in the subsequent 2024 T20I competition. The event serves as a vital bridge between the Challenger Cup and the broader Asian cricket landscape, maintaining a steady flow of talent and competitive matches for Associate members. The inclusion of teams such as Bahrain, Cambodia, Hong Kong, Kuwait, Malaysia, and Nepal highlights the growing participation across the continent.