Pakistan vs Bangladesh Highlights, Asia Cup 2025 Super Four: Pakistan defend 135 to beat Bangladesh by 11 runs

Bangladesh’s left-arm pacer Mustafizur Rahman could be the bowler to watch in the clash against Pakistan. In five innings, he has taken eight wickets at an average of 17.25, maintaining an economy rate of 7.26. Pakistan will need to handle his four-over spells carefully to avoid giving away momentum.

Matches Played: 25

Pakistan Wins: 20

Bangladesh Wins: 5

No Result / Tied: 0

First-ever Fixture: September 2, 2007 (Pakistan won)

Most Recent Fixture: July 24, 2025 (Pakistan won)

Match: Super Four, Match 17, Asia Cup 2025

Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium

Date & Time: Thursday, September 25, 8 PM IST

Live Broadcast & Streaming: Sony Sports Network, SonyLIV, FanCode, and YuppTV (App & Website)

Saif Hassan, Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Litton Das (c & wk), Towhid Hridoy, Shamim Hossain, Jaker Ali, Mahedi Hasan, Nasum Ahmed, Taskin Ahmed, Shoriful Islam, Mustafizur Rahman, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Parvez Hossain Emon, Mohammad Saifuddin, Nurul Hasan, Rishad Hossain

Saim Ayub, Sahibzada Farhan, Fakhar Zaman, Salman Agha(c), Hussain Talat, Mohammad Haris(w), Mohammad Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf, Abrar Ahmed, Hasan Ali, Mohammad Wasim Jr, Salman Mirza, Sufiyan Muqeem, Khushdil Shah, Hasan Nawaz

The Dubai International Cricket Stadium has seen some extreme results in T20Is. The highest team score here was India’s 212 for 2 against Afghanistan in 2022, while the lowest was West Indies’ 55 all out versus England in 2021. Pakistan have played 36 T20Is in Dubai, winning 19, losing 16, and tying once. Bangladesh, meanwhile, have featured in six matches at this venue, winning three and losing three, showing an even record so far.

Pakistan can take confidence from their batting recovery against Sri Lanka. Chasing 134, they slumped to 57 for four after losing four quick wickets. However, Hussain Talat and Mohammad Nawaz emerged as unlikely heroes, steering Pakistan to a comfortable victory. Earlier, their bowlers had done well to restrict Sri Lanka, who were favourites coming into the game after a strong group-stage performance.

The upcoming Pakistan vs Bangladesh clash in the Asia Cup 2025 is finely poised. Pakistan bounced back strongly against Sri Lanka after a heavy loss to India, with their bowling attack, led by Shaheen Afridi, looking in top rhythm. However, their inconsistency in batting and reliance on a few key players could prove costly. Bangladesh, on the other hand, has been showing growing confidence, with players like Rishad Hossain and Litton Das in good form. The quick turnaround after their defeat to India could test their stamina and composure. On paper, Pakistan holds the edge due to experience and bowling depth, but Bangladesh can pull off an upset if their key players fire.

Pakistan’s inconsistent campaign faces Bangladesh’s rising confidence in a virtual Asia Cup 2025 semi-final, with the winner advancing to face India in the final. Pakistan have yet to win back-to-back matches in the tournament but bounced back strongly against Sri Lanka after their loss to India. Meanwhile, Bangladesh, despite past T20I struggles, have emerged as a young team in transition, showing growing confidence. However, they face a quick turnaround following their defeat to India on Wednesday, adding extra pressure ahead of this must-win encounter.

Jaker Ali led Bangladesh in their last match, marking his first captaincy experience in any form of competitive cricket.

Mustafizur Rahman became the fourth bowler in T20I history to reach 150 wickets, joining Rashid Khan, Tim Southee, and Ish Sodhi in this elite list.

Litton Das and Taskin Ahmed are expected to return to the playing XI, potentially replacing Parvez Hossain Emon and Mohammad Saifuddin. Their inclusion could strengthen Bangladesh ahead of the crucial clash.

Rishad Hossain has answered the big question about Bangladesh’s legspinners—whether he can deliver under pressure. Following his 14 wickets in last year’s T20 World Cup, he has impressed in the Asia Cup with six wickets in four games, including a spirited performance against India. He struck early with the first two wickets and then ran out Abhishek Sharma, cementing his growing stature as Bangladesh’s leading legspinner since his T20I debut.

Shaheen Afridi Key for Pakistan

For Pakistan, early breakthroughs from Shaheen Shah Afridi are crucial. They provide an immediate advantage and help him maintain rhythm. He has performed well in the tournament, dismissing Sri Lankan openers Kusal Mendis and Pathum Nissanka to set the tone, while his lower-order batting adds further value to the team.

For the first time in his T20I career, Nawaz has not bowled in consecutive innings for Pakistan, marking a notable break in his usual role.

The Dubai pitch remains slow and slightly challenging for teams batting first, despite India’s win while setting a total against Bangladesh. Given the intense heat, sides are expected to prefer fielding first in the upcoming matches.

Bangladesh LWWLW (last five T20Is, most recent first)

Pakistan WLWLW

Bangladesh opener Saif Hassan has been in terrific form in the Asia Cup 2025, currently sitting second on the list of top run-getters. He has scored 160 runs from three matches at an impressive average of 53.33 and a strike rate of 129.03. With back-to-back fifties under his belt, Hassan will look to extend his purple patch in this must-win clash.

Saif Hassan, Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Parvez Hossain Emon, Towhid Hridoy, Shamim Hossain, Jaker Ali(w/c), Mohammad Saifuddin, Rishad Hossain, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Nasum Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman

Saim Ayub, Sahibzada Farhan, Fakhar Zaman, Salman Agha(c), Hussain Talat, Mohammad Haris(w), Mohammad Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf, Abrar Ahmed

Welcome to our Pakistan vs Bangladesh Asia Cup 2025 Super Fours live blog! This high-stakes clash at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium will decide who faces India in Sunday’s final. Pakistan come into this contest with momentum after defeating Sri Lanka, while Bangladesh look to bounce back stronger with key players returning to the XI. Stay tuned as we bring you the latest score, live commentary, ball-by-ball updates, team news, playing XI, toss result, match analysis, and highlights—all in one place. Refresh this page regularly for real-time updates from this thrilling Asia Cup 2025 encounter.