Pakistan Triumphs Over Bangladesh in Nail-Biting Super Four Match
Cricket fans around the world are bracing for one of the most anticipated clashes in modern-day cricket: Pakistan vs India Asia Cup Final 2025, the first such meeting in 16 years. Pakistan sealed their place in the final after defending a modest total of 135 against Bangladesh in the Super Four stage of the tournament in Dubai.
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In a low-scoring thriller, Pakistan held their nerves and registered an 11-run victory. With this result, the Asia Cup Final 2025 is officially set—arch-rivals India and Pakistan will lock horns in Dubai on Sunday, marking the first Asia Cup Final between the two since 2009.
Match Summary: Pakistan vs Bangladesh Super Four
Pakistan 135-8 (20 overs)
- Mohammad Haris: 31 (23)
- Mohammad Nawaz: 25 (20)
- Shaheen Afridi: 19 (14)
- Taskin Ahmed: 3-28
- Mahedi Hasan: 2-28
Bangladesh 124-9 (20 overs)
- Shamim Hossain: 30 (25)
- Rishad Hossain: 18 (10)
- Shaheen Afridi: 3-17
- Haris Rauf: 2-24
Pakistan won by 11 runs.
Pakistan’s Batting Struggles Against Bangladesh
Pakistan’s innings never really gained momentum after Taskin Ahmed struck twice in his opening spell. Within the first 10 balls, Pakistan were reduced to 5-2, sending early panic through their camp. Babar Azam once again failed to deliver with the bat, falling cheaply in the power play.
The top order collapsed, and by the 11th over, Pakistan found themselves at 49-5. It was wicketkeeper Mohammad Haris, however, who injected some life into the innings. His fighting knock of 31 runs from 23 balls helped Pakistan reach a defendable score. Partnerships with Shaheen Shah Afridi (19) and Mohammad Nawaz (25) proved crucial.
Still, Pakistan were bundled out for 135-8, a total that seemed below par on Dubai’s batting-friendly surface.
Bangladesh’s Chase Falters
Bangladesh began their chase with aggression, but Pakistan’s bowling attack struck back quickly. Shaheen Shah Afridi dismissed opener Tanzid Hasan in the very first over, sending a message of intent.
By the end of the powerplay, Bangladesh were three wickets down, struggling at 28-3. Shamim Hossain attempted to revive the innings with a well-made 30 off 25 balls. Still, once Shaheen returned to dismiss him, Bangladesh’s hopes started to fade.
Haris Rauf added pressure with two wickets in three balls. Despite late resistance from Rishad Hossain, Bangladesh ended on 124-9, falling short by 11 runs.
Pakistan Sets Stage for Final Against India
The result means that Pakistan will face India in the Asia Cup Final 2025, their first final clash in the tournament since 2009, 16 years ago. Cricket fans around the world have been eagerly waiting for this fixture, as India vs Pakistan matches are more than just cricket—they are cultural and emotional battles watched by billions worldwide.
The tournament has already seen two heated encounters between India and Pakistan this year. India won both group and Super Four matches. Still, the attention was less on the scoreline and more on the rising tension between the teams.
