Asia Cup 2025: Abhishek Sharma’s Onslaught & Kuldeep Yadav’s Magic Seal India’s Spot in the Final
The Asia Cup 2025 Super Four clash in Dubai brought another commanding display from Team India, who sealed their spot in the final with a 41-run win over Bangladesh. It was a night where Abhishek Sharma’s fearless Strokeplay and Kuldeep Yadav’s magical spin combined to crush Bangladesh’s hopes, while also setting the stage for a high-stakes showdown between Pakistan and Bangladesh for the second finalist’s spot.
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Batting first, India posted 168/6 in 20 overs. The star was undoubtedly Abhishek Sharma, who played a blistering knock of 75 runs from just 37 balls, smashing 6 fours and 5 sixes. He built a solid foundation alongside Shubman Gill in the powerplay, ensuring India always had momentum.
Middle-order contributions came from Hardik Pandya (38 off 29 balls), who played a captain’s knock when India lost wickets in clusters. Despite some disciplined bowling from Rishad Hossain (2/27), Bangladesh couldn’t stop the flow of boundaries.
Bangladesh’s Struggles in the Chase
Chasing 169, Bangladesh never looked in control. Jasprit Bumrah provided the early breakthroughs, finishing with 2/18, while the star of the night with the ball was Kuldeep Yadav (3/18). His guile and turn dismantled the middle order, supported by Varun Chakravarthy’s double strike.
Saif Hassan fought hard with 69 off 51 balls, but the lack of partnerships meant Bangladesh were bundled out for 127 in 19.3 overs, losing the game by 41 runs.
Impact on Asia Cup 2025 Final Qualification
This victory means India are the first team to book a spot in the Asia Cup 2025 final, staying unbeaten in the tournament. For Bangladesh and Pakistan, Thursday’s Super Four clash becomes a virtual semifinal – the winner will join India in the final.
Sri Lanka, meanwhile, have been eliminated after consecutive defeats. The last Super Four match between India and Sri Lanka will now be a dead rubber.
What Captains Said
Bangladesh stand-in skipper Zaker Ali admitted the team must bounce back quickly:
“We have to keep in mind that we can win tomorrow and play the final. The boys adjusted brilliantly after 10 overs today. Tomorrow is another chance.”
India, on the other hand, looked clinical with their approach and will enter the final brimming with confidence.
India Cruise Into Asia Cup 2025 Final
India confirmed their place in the Asia Cup 2025 final after a commanding 41-run victory over Bangladesh in Dubai. With this win, Suryakumar Yadav’s men continued their unbeaten run in the tournament.
The star of the night was Abhishek Sharma, who played a blistering knock of 75 runs from just 37 balls, decorated with six fours and five sixes. His power-hitting at the top gave India a flying start. Shubman Gill chipped in with 29 while Hardik Pandya added a quick 38 to take India’s total to 168/6 in 20 overs.
In reply, Bangladesh could not handle the pressure of a disciplined Indian bowling attack. Despite Saif Hassan’s fighting 69, Bangladesh crumbled for 127 in 19.3 overs. Kuldeep Yadav spun his magic with figures of 3/18 while Jasprit Bumrah and Varun Chakravarthy took two wickets each.
Points Table After India vs Bangladesh
After this match, the Super Four table looks like this:
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India – 4 points (Qualified for Final)
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Pakistan – 2 points
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Bangladesh – 2 points
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Sri Lanka – 0 points (Eliminated)
India are officially the first team to enter the final, while Sri Lanka’s hopes are over.
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Pakistan vs Bangladesh – A Virtual Semi-Final
With India already through, all eyes are now on the clash between Pakistan and Bangladesh. The winner of this game will directly qualify for the final against India.
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If Pakistan win → they reach 4 points and qualify.
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If Bangladesh win → they also move to 4 points and qualify.
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If Pakistan lose → they are out.
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The last game (India vs Sri Lanka) will just be a dead rubber.
In short, the Pakistan vs Bangladesh encounter is a knockout, a virtual semi-final before the actual summit clash.
Abhishek Sharma – India’s New Star
Abhishek Sharma’s rise in this Asia Cup has been phenomenal. The youngster has been providing India with aggressive starts, and his 75 off 37 balls was pure class. He also contributed in the field with two catches, rightly earning the Player of the Match award.
Kuldeep Yadav’s Bowling Masterclass
While Abhishek dominated with the bat, Kuldeep Yadav stole the show with the ball. His spell of 3/18 broke Bangladesh’s middle order and ended any chance of a successful chase. His control in middle overs continues to make him India’s biggest spin weapon.
What’s Next in Asia Cup 2025?
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September 25 – Pakistan vs Bangladesh (Virtual Semi-Final)
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September 26 – India vs Sri Lanka (Dead Rubber)
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September 28 – Asia Cup Final (Dubai)
With India already waiting, the cricketing world now eagerly looks forward to see whether Pakistan or Bangladesh join them in the Asia Cup 2025 Final.
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