The greatest rivalry in cricket is renewed as India takes on Pakistan in a highly anticipated T20 Asia Cup clash at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. This match is more than just a game; it’s a test of nerves, a clash of styles, and a battle for regional supremacy. Both teams have started the tournament with commanding victories, setting the stage for a blockbuster encounter.
Match Details:
CompetitionDateKick-off (GMT)VenueAsia Cup (T20 Format)September 14, 20254:00 PMDubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai
Team Form and Analysis:
India: India comes into this match in sensational form. The defending champions began their campaign with a clinical dismantling of UAE, bowling them out for a mere 57 and chasing the target with ease. Under the leadership of Suryakumar Yadav, the team has embraced an aggressive and flexible approach. Their spin-heavy attack, featuring Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakravarthy, and Axar Patel, has been highly effective in the UAE conditions. While they are without senior players like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, a new generation of players, including Shubman Gill and Abhishek Sharma, have stepped up to the challenge. India is the clear favorite, and their recent form and squad depth make them a formidable opponent.
Pakistan: Pakistan has also had a strong start to the tournament, securing a comfortable victory over Oman. However, they face a new challenge without key players Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan. Under the guidance of coach Mike Hesson, the team is in a transitional phase, but they have shown flashes of brilliance with their new-look squad. While their batting lineup is still finding its rhythm, they will be looking to their bowlers, particularly the pace of Shaheen Afridi and the mystery spin of Sufiyan Muqeem and Abrar Ahmed, to put pressure on the Indian batters.
Head-to-Head:
In Asia Cup history (across both ODI and T20 formats), India holds the edge, winning 10 out of 19 encounters, while Pakistan has won six. In the T20 Asia Cup, India leads 2-1, with all three matches having been played in Dubai. The most recent T20 Asia Cup clash in 2022 was a thrilling affair, with Pakistan securing a narrow victory in the Super 4 stage.
Player to Watch:
India: All eyes will be on captain Suryakumar Yadav, who has been in phenomenal form. With the absence of other senior players, his leadership and innovative batting will be crucial. On the bowling front, Kuldeep Yadav and Varun Chakravarthy have been in brilliant form and will be key to India’s success.
Pakistan: The focus for Pakistan will be on their key attacking players, particularly Saim Ayub and Fakhar Zaman, who will need to provide a strong start at the top of the order. The pace of Shaheen Afridi and the spin of Abrar Ahmed will also be vital in containing the Indian batters.
Prediction:
Given India’s excellent recent form, their superior squad, and their dominant historical record against Pakistan in the Asia Cup, they are the clear favorites to win this match. While Pakistan will be highly motivated to secure a victory, India’s all-around strength in both batting and bowling gives them a significant advantage. A comfortable victory for India seems like a very likely outcome.
Live Stream and TV Broadcast:
You can watch the India vs Pakistan match live on the following platforms, subject to availability in your region:
India: Sony Sports Network, SonyLIV, JioCinema
USA: Willow TV, ESPN+
UK: TNT Sports, DAZN
Pakistan: PTV Sports
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