The India vs Pakistan clash in the Asia Cup 2025 Super Fours on Sunday, September 21 in Dubai was nothing short of electric. Packed stadiums, millions glued to their screens, and high-octane cricket made this one of the standout matches of the tournament. Here’s everything you need to know about how it unfolded.
Match Summary
- Pakistan: 171/5 (20 overs)
- India: 174/4 (18.5 overs)
- Result: India won by 6 wickets
Player of the Match:Abhishek Sharma (74 off 39 balls)
Key Highlights
Abhishek Sharma’s Explosive Knock
India’s young opener Abhishek Sharma stole the show with a blistering 74 off 39 balls, smashing boundaries at will. His fearless batting dismantled Pakistan’s pace attack in the powerplay.
Gill Joins the Party
Partnering Sharma, Shubman Gill (47 off 28) ensured India had the perfect start. The duo put up a commanding 105-run opening stand, setting the stage for an easy chase.
Pakistan’s Bright Spots
Pakistan’s Sahibzada Farhan (58) looked solid at the top, building momentum with a crucial partnership alongside Saim Ayub (21). Later, Faheem Ashraf and Salman Ali Agha added quick runs to push Pakistan past 170.
India’s Middle-Order Calmness
When wickets fell, Tilak Varma (30 off 19)* and Sanju Samson ensured India’s chase stayed on track, finishing the job with composure and seven balls to spare.
Bowling Impact
India’s bowling, led by Shivam Dube, broke Pakistan’s rhythm in the middle overs. Though Pakistan fought back, they never fully recovered the lost momentum.
Off-Field Drama Adds Spice
The tension wasn’t limited to the scoreboard:
- India once again refused to shake hands post-match, continuing the political cricketing rift.
- Pakistan’s Haris Rauf made a controversial “6-0” gesture, while Sahibzada Farhan mimicked a gun action towards the crowd — sparking heated debates online.
This victory gave India their highest successful run chase against Pakistan in Asia Cup history, adding another memorable chapter to this fierce rivalry.
