2009 IIHF Challenge Cup of Asia
The 2009 IIHF Challenge Cup of Asia took place in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates from 15 March to 20 March. It was the second annual event, and was run by the International Ice Hockey Federation. United Arab Emirates won the championship, winning all five of its games and defeating Thailand in the final 5–3.
Group stage
Eight participating teams were placed in the following two groups. After playing a round-robin, the teams move to the preliminary round to decide the final ranking.| Team qualified for [|Medal playoffs] | |
| Team qualified for [|5th–8th playoffs] |
Group A
All times local.Group B
All times local.Playoff round
5th–8th playoffs
Bracket
Semi-finals
Seventh place
Fifth place
Medal playoffs
Bracket
Semi-finals
Bronze medal game
Gold medal game
Final rankings
| Rank | Team |
| 4th | |
| 5th | |
| 6th | |
| 7th | |
| 8th |