India, Pakistan Set For Historic Asia Cup Group Clash

The India vs Pakistan cricket rivalry remains one of the most intense and closely followed in the sport, with their next meeting scheduled for September 14, 2025, during the Asia Cup in Dubai. Despite having faced each other 18 times in Asia Cup history, including both ODI and T20 formats, the two teams have never met in the tournament's final, largely due to political tensions and tournament formats. India holds a dominant edge overall, winning 10 of the 18 encounters, including a strong record in ICC World Cups where they have won 15 of 16 matches against Pakistan. The 2025 Asia Cup, played in the UAE, features a group stage and a Super Four round, offering the possibility of India and Pakistan meeting twice if both advance, which could finally produce a historic final clash. Key players like India's Suryakumar Yadav and Pakistan's Fakhar Zaman are anticipated to make significant impacts, and the rivalry continues to captivate millions, with fans eager for new milestones like a first century in their T20 matchups. The longstanding absence of an India-Pakistan final adds an extra layer of anticipation and intensity to their encounters in this prestigious regional tournament.