By Moneycontrol Sports Desk | September 26, 2025
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Cricket fans are buzzing with anticipation as India and Pakistan gear up for the Asia Cup final on September 28 at the Dubai International Stadium. Remarkably, this will be the first time in the tournament’s 17 editions that the arch-rivals will clash in the title match.
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Abhishek took the attack to Shaheen in the Asia Cup Super 4 clash, and the heated exchange between the two added spice to the contest. Shaheen will be eager to settle scores in the final, but Abhishek too has shown he thrives under pressure.
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In another battle to watch, Haris Rauf’s “6-0” gesture in the earlier Super 4 encounter didn’t sit well with Indian fans. Shubman Gill, one of India’s most reliable batters, will be looking to take him on. If Gill manages to put Rauf under pressure early, India could be well on course for a big total.
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Suryakumar Yadav will be keen to stamp his authority with the bat in the final. His challenge lies in handling Abrar Ahmed, who has been among Pakistan’s most effective bowlers in the tournament.
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An early strike from Bumrah would tilt the momentum in India’s favor, while if Zaman asserts dominance, Pakistan could accelerate quickly. This duel may well turn out to be the most decisive contest of the final.