NEW DELHI: Dubai International Cricket Stadium turned into a cauldron of tension as India’s chase against Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2025 final on Sunday hit an early bump. After dismissing Pakistan for a modest 146 in 19.1 overs, India seemed poised for a smooth run chase, but things quickly went awry.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!India lost their in-form opener Abhishek Sharma in the second over, caught at mid-on by Haris Rauf off Faheem Ashraf’s first delivery. Abhishek’s aggressive intent backfired, scoring just 5 runs off 6 balls, and Ashraf’s wild fist pump and celebratory leap in front of the departing batter sent a message that Pakistan was not giving an inch.
Live Score: India vs Pakistan Asia Cup FinalSkipper Suryakumar Yadav walked in to stabilise the innings, but the drama escalated immediately. Shaheen Afridi bowled a slower delivery, and SKY attempted to loft it over the infield. He misjudged the shot, and the ball was plucked low at mid-off by Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha in a diving effort. Rolling over but clutching the ball with his body, Agha’s catch was a spectacular piece of fielding.The third umpire was called in to confirm the catch, and after a tense review, the decision stood. Suryakumar Yadav was given out for just 1 run off 5 balls, leaving India reeling at 10/2 inside 2.3 overs.The Asia Cup 2025 final has so far lived up to its billing as a high-stakes, adrenaline-fuelled contest. With India losing two wickets inside three overs, Pakistan’s bowlers have gained the upper hand, and the drama shows no signs of easing as the Men in Blue scramble to chase a modest total in front of a roaring crowd.
