India Pakistan Set Asia Cup 2025 Final Dubai

Pakistan secured a spot in the Asia Cup 2025 final by narrowly defeating Bangladesh by 11 runs in a low-scoring match at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Despite posting a modest total of 135 for 8, Pakistan's disciplined bowling, led by Shaheen Shah Afridi and Haris Rauf, effectively restricted Bangladesh to 124 for 9. Bangladesh struggled during their chase, losing key wickets early and failing to maintain the required run rate, while Pakistan's lower-order batsmen contributed crucial runs. This victory sets up a historic final between India and Pakistan, marking the first Asia Cup final meeting between the two teams in 41 years, scheduled for September 28 in Dubai. India, the 12-time Asia Cup champions and defending titleholders, had already qualified for the final and seek to complete a hat-trick of wins over Pakistan in the tournament. The buildup promises a highly anticipated summit clash between archrivals in one of cricket's most celebrated contests.