Dubai, September 14, 2025 — India outplayed Pakistan to claim a 7-wicket win in their Group A match of the Asia Cup 2025 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.
Pakistan Collapse Under Spin Pressure
India chose to bowl first and struck early. Kuldeep Yadav (3/18) and Axar Patel spun a web around Pakistan’s middle order, reducing them to 49/4.
- Sahibzada Farhan fought with a 40-run knock.
- Shaheen Afridi added an unbeaten 33 in the final overs.
Still, Pakistan managed only 127/9 in 20 overs, a total that looked too modest.
Politics Overshadow the Match
The clash carried heavy political overtones.
- Tensions rose after the Pahalgam terror attack in May.
- Calls in India urged a boycott, but the BCCI stuck to its stance: no bilateral series, but participation in multi-team events.
- Match officials told both captains to skip the toss handshake.
- After the win, Suryakumar Yadav dedicated the victory to the armed forces and victims of the attack.
Scorecard Snapshot
| Team | Score |
|---|---|
| Pakistan | 127/9 (20 overs) |
| India | 131/3 (15.5 overs) |
- Top Scorers (PAK): Sahibzada Farhan – 40, Shaheen Afridi – 33*
- Top Scorers (IND): Suryakumar Yadav – 47*, Abhishek Sharma – 31 (13), Tilak Varma – 31
- Best Bowler: Kuldeep Yadav – 3/18
- Player of the Match: Kuldeep Yadav
More Than Cricket
India vs Pakistan never feels like just another game. Fans filled Dubai with flags, chants, and raw emotion. For Indians, this win offered pride and celebration. For Pakistan, it stung — but also offered lessons before the Super Four stage.
This wasn’t just cricket. It was rivalry, passion, and a reminder of why an India-Pakistan clash still stops the cricketing world.
FAQ – India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2025
Q1: Who won the India vs Pakistan match in Asia Cup 2025?
A: India defeated Pakistan by 7 wickets in Dubai on September 14, 2025.
Q2: What was the score of India vs Pakistan?
A: Pakistan scored 127/9 in 20 overs. India chased it down with 131/3 in 15.5 overs.
Q3: Who was the Player of the Match?
A: Kuldeep Yadav won Player of the Match for his brilliant 3/18 spell.
Q4: Who scored the most runs for India?
A: Suryakumar Yadav top-scored with 47* runs.
Q5: How does this result affect the Asia Cup points table?
A: India now leads Group A with two wins, while Pakistan has one win and one loss, leaving them under pressure to qualify.