India, Pakistan Set for Thrilling Clash in 2025 Asia Cup Final

Dubai, United Arab Emirates — India and Pakistan will face off in the final of the 2025 Asia Cup on September 28 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. The match is set to start at 10:30 a.m. ET.

Both teams come into the finale with impressive records in the tournament. India, the defending champions and top-ranked T20I team, has maintained a perfect record, while Pakistan also remains unbeaten. India’s captain, Suryakumar Yadav, has led the team confidently, boasting a capable lineup with Abhishek Sharma as the tournament’s leading run-scorer.

Sharma has amassed 309 runs during the competition, while Indian bowler Kuldeep Yadav is the leading wicket-taker with 12 dismissals. In contrast, Pakistan’s pace attack, featuring Shaheen Afridi and Haris Rauf, poses a significant challenge to the Indian batting lineup. Afridi and Rauf have combined for 18 wickets in the tournament.

This match marks the third meeting between the two rivals in this year’s Asia Cup, with India winning the prior two encounters. Their first match saw India chase down Pakistan’s score with seven wickets in hand, while the Super 4 clash ended with India completing their highest-ever T20 chase against Pakistan.

The match will not only decide the Asia Cup winner but also feature intense competition, as both teams hold deep rivalries established through years of cricketing encounters. Tensions in previous matches have added to the stakes, making this final an anticipated event.

For live streaming, fans will have multiple options available depending on their location. In Pakistan, the match will be broadcast for free on PTV and can be streamed online.

Willow TV in the United States offers coverage, while fans in India can catch the action on Sony Sports channels and the SonyLIV app. It’s a crucial match that promises excitement and fierce competition as both teams vie for Asia Cup glory.

With so much at stake, the 2025 Asia Cup final is set to be a highlight of the cricket calendar.