India vs Pakistan, Asia Cup 2025 Highlights: India chase down Pakistan’s 127, Suryakumar Yadav seals victory with a six

Authorities have announced stringent security protocols for today’s India vs Pakistan encounter. Spectators will not be allowed to carry flags, banners, umbrellas, large cameras, selfie sticks, flammable substances, or sharp objects inside the stadium.

Officials have further warned that anyone found violating these rules could face fines ranging from Rs 1 lakh to Rs 7 lakh. Security personnel will be stationed across entry points to ensure compliance and smooth conduct of the high-stakes clash.

Reports suggest that Shubman Gill picked up a training injury ahead of the high-voltage clash. Should he miss out, Arshdeep Singh is likely to be drafted in, giving India an extra bowling option in a line-up loaded with batting depth.

Abhishek Sharma and Shubman Gill have shown explosive intent at the top, complementing each other’s style. If they get going in the Asia Cup 2025 clash, Pakistan’s bowlers could be in for a nightmare start in Dubai.

The weather in Dubai looks perfect for cricket, with clear skies and no rain expected. Humidity will be moderate, while the temperature is set to hover between 38°C during the day and 32°C in the evening.

Suryakumar Yadav (SKY) can be a big X-factor in today’s India vs Pakistan clash. His 360-degree stroke play and ability to accelerate in the middle overs make him dangerous against both pace and spin. If he gets going, he can single-handedly change the course of the game.

Jasprit Bumrah always has the potential to deliver a match-defining performance, especially in high-pressure encounters like India vs Pakistan. His lethal yorkers, ability to bowl at the death, and knack for picking early breakthroughs make him a key threat.

Given the spin-friendly Dubai pitch, Bumrah’s early overs with the new ball could be crucial. If he manages to strike early wickets and maintain tight control in the middle overs, he could turn the game in India’s favor.

Sanju Samson is expected to don the wicketkeeper gloves for India in the Asia Cup 2025 clash against Pakistan. Although there was some speculation over his spot, he featured in the playing XI for India’s opening match against the UAE, while Jitesh Sharma remained on the sidelines. Sources indicate that Jitesh Sharma is being kept as a backup, but Samson continues to be the preferred first-choice wicketkeeper for this marquee encounter.

The toss for the India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2025 clash in Dubai is scheduled for 7:30 PM IST, just 30 minutes before the match starts at 8:00 PM.

This toss will decide whether India or Pakistan will bat or bowl first, and given the pitch conditions at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, the team winning the toss might lean toward bowling first to take advantage of early spin and dew later for a chase.

For the India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2025 clash in Dubai, it’s not officially decided yet—whether India will bat or bowl first depends on the toss.

Based on pitch conditions at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium:

The track is slow and spin-friendly, often assisting bowlers early in the evening.

Dew later in the night can make chasing easier, giving an advantage to the team batting second.

So, if India wins the toss, they might choose to bowl first to exploit the early conditions and aim to chase under favorable dew conditions.

While both India and Pakistan boast strong bowling line-ups, it is India’s batting that gives them the upper hand. With a deep and powerful batting unit, India has the potential to outshine Pakistan and dominate the contest.

India: Suryakumar Yadav (C), Shubman Gill, Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Varma, Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Jitesh Sharma, Axar Patel, Jasprit Bumrah, Varun Chakaravarthy, Arshdeep Singh, Kuldeep Yadav, Sanju Samson, Harshit Rana, Rinku Singh.

Pakistan: Salman Ali Agha (C), Abrar Ahmed, Faheem Ashraf, Fakhar Zaman, Haris Rauf, Hasan Ali, Hasan Nawaz, Hussain Talat, Khushdil Shah, Mohammad Haris, Mohammad Nawaz, Mohammad Waseem Jnr, Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Salman Mirza, Shaheen Afridi, Sufyan Moqim.

Jasprit Bumrah is expected to be the key bowler for India on Sunday. His opening overs with the new ball will be crucial, and Pakistan must be cautious not to lose wickets early to him, as it could make his spells even more devastating.

Asavari Jagdale, whose father Santosh Jagdale was among 26 victims of the Pahalgam terror attack, called for a boycott of Sunday’s India-Pakistan Asia Cup clash in Dubai. Speaking to PTI, she said, “I feel that today’s match should not take place. Just over five months ago, the Pahalgam attack claimed 26 lives. And after all this, if the BCCI still thinks that they should go ahead with the match, then it is wrong.” Jagdale urged citizens to refrain from watching, warning that doing so indirectly supports a terrorist state. She criticized cricketers for playing despite the sacrifices of soldiers and victims’ families.

Abhishek Sharma impressed in India’s opener against the UAE, scoring a blistering 30 off 16 balls. In his T20I career, he has amassed 565 runs from 17 innings, boasting an average of 33.24 and an impressive strike rate of 193.50. If Sharma finds form early in the match, he could help India post a commanding total and put the Men in Blue in a strong position against Pakistan.

India and Pakistan have faced each other 13 times in the T20I format. Out of these encounters, India has emerged victorious on 10 occasions, while Pakistan has won 3 matches. The first-ever T20I clash between the two sides took place on September 14, 2007, and their most recent meeting was on June 9, 2024. This storied rivalry continues to deliver high-voltage cricket and intense competition whenever the two teams meet on the field.

The much-anticipated India vs Pakistan clash, Match 6 of the Asia Cup 2025, is all set for Sunday evening at Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Fans are gearing up for a high-voltage encounter as both sides aim to strengthen their Super Four qualification chances.

Where to Watch Live

Viewers can catch all the live action on Sony Sports Network and stream the match on SonyLIV or YuppTV apps and websites. The clash promises intense cricket with bragging rights on the line in this iconic rivalr

Hardik Pandya leads the wicket charts in India-Pakistan men’s T20Is, with 13 wickets in just six innings. He has picked up three three-fors and boasts a stunning average of just 12 runs per wicket.

Former India U19 World Cup-winning captain Unmukt Chand has voiced support for Team India ahead of their Asia Cup 2025 showdown with Pakistan in Dubai. “I really wish that Team India beats Pakistan. I am looking forward to this evening, cheering for India,” he said.

Both teams enter the clash after strong opening wins, making the game crucial for Super Four qualification. India leads the T20I rivalry 9-3, with Jasprit Bumrah’s brilliance sealing their last win in the 2024 T20 World Cup. The Dubai encounter promises fireworks.

Since 2014, chasing sides have dominated India-Pakistan T20Is, winning seven of the eight encounters, including all three matches played in Dubai.

Ahead of the high-voltage India-Pakistan encounter in the Asia Cup 2025 at Dubai, West Bengal Sports Minister and former cricketer Manoj Tiwary said he will “boycott” the game. The match marks India’s first face-off with Pakistan since the Pahalgam terror attack and Operation Sindoor. “It is a very unfortunate situation…I had said that on a personal front, I am boycotting the India vs Pakistan match as well as the Asia Cup because I cannot watch this,” Tiwary said. India leads the T20I head-to-head 9-3, with their last victory coming in New York at the 2024 T20 World Cup.

Dubai has not been a high-scoring venue in recent years. In the last 36 T20 matches played here, the average first-innings run rate has been 7.7. Fast bowlers have claimed the majority of wickets (277 out of 441), but spinners have managed better economy figures — 7.03 compared to 8.36. While rain is not a concern, players will have to contend with the stifling heat.

1 Sahibzada Farhan, 2 Saim Ayub, 3 Fakhar Zaman, 4 Salman Agha (capt), 5 Hasan Nawaz, 6 Mohammad Haris (wk), 7 Mohammad Nawaz, 8 Faheem Ashraf, 9 Shaheen Shah Afridi, 10 Sufiyan Muqeem, 11 Abrar Ahme1 Sahibzada Farhan, 2 Saim Ayub, 3 Fakhar Zaman, 4 Salman Agha (capt), 5 Hasan Nawaz, 6 Mohammad Haris (wk), 7 Mohammad Nawaz, 8 Faheem Ashraf, 9 Shaheen Shah Afridi, 10 Sufiyan Muqeem, 11 Abrar Ahmed

1 Abhishek Sharma, 2 Shubman Gill, 3 Sanju Samson (wk), 4 Suryakumar Yadav (capt), 5 Tilak Varma, 6 Shivam Dube, 7 Hardik Pandya, 8 Axar Patel, 9 Kuldeep Yadav, 10 Jasprit Bumrah, 11 Varun Chakravarthy

India: WWWLW (last five T20Is, most recent first)

Pakistan: WWWLW

The most anticipated clash of the year is finally here as India take on Pakistan in Match 6 of the Asia Cup 2025 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Stay tuned for ball-by-ball updates, live score, commentary, highlights, and key moments from this blockbuster encounter. India, led by Suryakumar Yadav, come into the match after a strong win over UAE, while Pakistan, the defending T20 World Cup champions, look to continue their dominant run. Follow this space for live coverage, pitch report, toss updates, playing XIs, and all match action.