India beat Pakistan by 7 wickets on September 14, 2025, at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Pakistan batted first, but India chased the target in just 15.5 overs with solid batting and spin support.
Match Details & Scorecard
| Innings | Team | Runs / Wickets | Overs Played |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | Pakistan | 127 / 9 | 20.0 overs |
| 2nd | India | 131 / 3 | 15.5 overs |
Highlights:
- India needed 128 runs to win.
- They lost few wickets. Chase was smooth.
Key Players & Performances
| Player | Team | Runs / Wickets | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abhishek Sharma | India | 31 runs off 13 balls | Fast start, hit boundaries early |
| Tilak Varma | India | 31 runs | Steady innings to keep match on track |
| Suryakumar Yadav | India | 47 not out | Captain’s knock, sealed win with a six |
| Kuldeep Yadav | India | 3 wickets | Spin bowler who troubled Pakistan |
| Axar Patel | India | 2 wickets | Supported spin attack |
| Sahibzada Farhan | Pakistan | 40 runs | Top scorer for Pakistan |
| Shaheen Shah Afridi | Pakistan | 33* runs (not out) | Played late-comeback role |
How Many Sixes & Fours
- Abhishek Sharma hit 2 sixes in his 31-ball knock.
- Suryakumar Yadav also hit 1 six while chasing.
- Many boundaries (fours) came from Tilak Varma and Sharma early in the innings to put pressure on Pakistan.
Bowling & Turning Points
- Pakistan set a modest total. India’s spin bowlers, Kuldeep Yadav and Axar Patel, were very effective – they took quick wickets.
- Early breakthroughs by fast bowlers also hurt Pakistan. They lost early wickets.
Context & Emotion
- This match had extra emotion. It was the first India vs Pakistan game since tensions between the countries flared earlier in the year.
- Some fans called for a boycott but the match went on. India dedicated their win to the victims of a recent event in Pahalgam.
People Also Ask
- What was the score of India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2025 match?
Pakistan scored 127/9. India chased it with 131/3 in 15.5 overs. - Who top scored for India in this match?
Suryakumar Yadav’s unbeaten 47 was the highest for India. - Which bowler took most wickets?
Kuldeep Yadav bagged 3 wickets for India and was key to their spin attack. - How many sixes were hit in India’s innings?
India hit at least 2 sixes—one by Abhishek Sharma and one by Suryakumar Yadav.
Why India Won Easily
- Strong batting start: Abhishek Sharma attacked early.
- Spin dominance: Kuldeep and Axar turned the match.
- Composed leadership: Suryakumar Yadav led from the front.
- Pakistan never built momentum after early losses.
Final Word & Prediction Going Forward
India looks firmly in the driver’s seat in Group A. Their net run rate will help for Super 4s stage. Pakistan must improve batting partnerships and handle spin better. If Pakistan fix these areas, they might still challenge strong teams.
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