India Crush Pakistan by Seven Wickets in Asia Cup Clash

Dubai, September 14, 2025: India chased down 128 with ease at the Dubai International Stadium, clinching a seven-wicket victory over Pakistan in their Group A encounter of the Men’s T20 Asia Cup 2025.

Nut Graf: A clinical performance with both ball and bat underscored India’s dominance, extending their unbeaten run against Pakistan in T20Is to 11 matches and virtually securing their place in the Super 4s.

Bowling Masterclass

India’s attack set the tone by bundling Pakistan out for a modest 127/9.

Kuldeep Yadav spun a web around Pakistan’s middle order, finishing with figures of 3/18.
Axar Patel applied relentless pressure at the other end, claiming 2/18.
Jasprit Bumrah and Hardik Pandya struck early to leave Pakistan reeling at 42/2.

Despite a gritty 40 from Sahibzada Farhan and a late blitz of 33* by Shaheen Shah Afridi, Pakistan never recovered from India’s relentless spin assault.

Chase Dominated

India’s reply was swift and assured, sealed in just 15.5 overs.

Abhishek Sharma exploded with 31 off 13 balls, setting a blistering platform.
Suryakumar Yadav anchored the chase with a composed 47* (37), guiding India home without fuss.

Tilak Varma’s steady 31 and contributions from the lower order ensured there were no hiccups, as India crossed the line with 25 balls to spare.

Match Facts

Match: Asia Cup 2025, Group A, Dubai International Stadium
Result: India won by 7 wickets
Pakistan: 127/9 (20 overs)
India: 131/3 (15.5 overs)
Top performers: Kuldeep Yadav 3/18; Abhishek Sharma 31 off 13; Suryakumar Yadav 47* off 37

India’s comprehensive win highlights their growing bench strength and sets up a mouthwatering clash in the Super 4 stage.