India vs Pakistan, Asia Cup 2025: India began their chase of 147 runs against Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2025 Final at the Dubai International Stadium, but early breakthroughs have put the Men in Blue under immediate pressure. Abhishek Sharma and captain Suryakumar Yadav, who opened the innings, were dismissed cheaply within the first three overs, leaving India reeling at 11/2 in 2.5 overs.
India vs Pakistan, Asia Cup 2025: Abhishek Sharma Out to Faheem Ashraf
Abhishek Sharma fell for 5 runs off 6 balls, caught by Haris Rauf off Faheem Ashraf. The dismissal came early in the second over, denting India’s hopes of a solid start. The loss of Abhishek, known for his aggressive style, immediately put the onus on Suryakumar Yadav to stabilize the innings.
No special knock from Abhishek Sharma in the final! 👀🥲
The Indian opener departs for just 5(6), courtesy of Faheem Ashraf, who picks up the wicket on his very first delivery! 🏏
🇮🇳 – 7/1 (1.1)#AbhishekSharma #T20Is #INDvPAK pic.twitter.com/ryZXN1sMkD
— ER..सचिन साह🥇 (@SachinK11398206) September 28, 2025
India vs Pakistan, Asia Cup 2025: Suryakumar Yadav Dismissed by Shaheen Afridi
Captain Suryakumar Yadav managed 1 run off 5 balls before being caught by Salman Agha off Shaheen Afridi. Yadav’s early exit compounded India’s problems, as the team now needed to rebuild from a precarious position with just 11 runs on the board for two wickets.
India vs Pakistan, Asia Cup 2025: Middle Order Struggles Ahead
Shubman Gill and Tilak Varma are at the crease, yet to find their rhythm, facing a strong Pakistan bowling attack that includes Shaheen Afridi, Faheem Ashraf, and Varun Chakaravarthy. With India requiring 136 more runs in nearly 17 overs, the middle and lower order are under pressure to prevent a collapse similar to Pakistan’s 146 all-out innings.
India vs Pakistan, Asia Cup 2025: Pakistan’s Bowling on Top
Pakistan’s bowlers, inspired by their earlier batting innings, have carried momentum into the chase. Early breakthroughs by Faheem Ashraf and Shaheen Afridi demonstrate their aggressive intent and put India under immediate pressure. Both pacers and spinners are maintaining disciplined lines, restricting scoring opportunities and forcing mistakes.
India’s chase is now at a critical juncture. The performance of the middle order will determine whether the Men in Blue can chase down Pakistan’s total or if the arch-rivals will claim a famous Asia Cup victory.
