India vs Pakistan, Asia Cup 2025: In a pivotal Super Four battle of the Asia Cup 2025, India hit early against Pakistan when Fakhar Zaman got dismissed cheaply to Hardik Pandya, leaving Pakistan tottering at 21/1 in 2.3 overs. The fall of wicket at such a critical juncture put instant pressure on the touring side. Fakhar Zaman, who was aggressive right from the beginning, had scored 15 runs from 9 balls, including three boundaries, before getting caught behind by Sanju Samson off the bowling of Pandya.
India Decide to Bowl Against Pakistan in Super 4 Encounter
Earlier in the game, India had won the toss and chosen to bowl, a decision already reaping rewards in the initial phases. Sahibzada Farhan stabilized the Pakistani innings with 6 runs from 6 balls, keeping the scoreboard moving despite initial wickets. With some of its major batsmen yet to arrive, such as captain Salman Agha and Saim Ayub, Pakistan will be looking for a big partnership to make up for the early loss.
India vs Pakistan, Asia Cup 2025: Hardik Pandya Paces Bowling Attack
Hardik Pandya again proved himself as a strike bowler for India, taking the early breakthrough and keeping an economy of 6.7. His early spell is reminiscent of India’s effort in the last game, where Kuldeep Yadav and Jasprit Bumrah tore apart Pakistan’s batting line-up, limiting them to 127/9.
Previous Match Sets the Tone
India’s confidence will be boosted with their previous match, where they chased down 128 comfortably, with Suryakumar Yadav getting 47* not out and Tilak Varma getting 31. The bowling attack of the team, led by Pandya and Bumrah, has been clinical, and early pressure on Pakistan today may prove to be crucial.
