In the 41-year history of the Asia Cup, India and Pakistan will face each other in the final for the very first time, setting the stage for an epic showdown in Dubai.
Cricket’s fiercest rivalry is about to write a new chapter. For the first time in the 41-year history of the Asia Cup, India and Pakistan will meet in the final. The grand clash is set for September 28 in Dubai, and the atmosphere couldn’t be more electric.
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India, eight-time Asia Cup champions, march into the final under Suryakumar Yadav’s leadership, while Pakistan, two-time winners, will be captained by Salman Ali Agha. Despite their past glories, never before have these two nations locked horns for the coveted Asia Cup trophy.
This will be their third face-off in this tournament. India clinched both the previous encounter, first by 7 wickets in the group stage and then by 6 wickets in the Super Four. Key performances from Kuldeep Yadav’s 3 wickets and Abhishek Sharma’s fiery 74 runs off 39 balls made the difference. But the final is a different ball game, and Pakistan, rejuvenated after wins over Sri Lanka and Bangladesh, won’t be taken lightly.
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History leans in India’s favor: they have beaten Pakistan in 12 of 15 T20Is, including five straight wins since 2022. Yet, the stakes of a final could tilt the balance.
As the clock ticks toward 8 PM IST (6:30 PM UAE time), fans worldwide are bracing for a spectacle.
Broadcast live on Sony Sports Network, this showdown promises drama, passion, and possibly, history in the making.