Pakistan Wins by 11 Runs, Sets Up Historic Final Against India
Match Summary: Pakistan defeated Bangladesh by 11 runs in the crucial Asia Cup 2025 Super Four match at Dubai International Cricket Stadium on September 25, 2025. Pakistan scored 135/8 in 20 overs and successfully defended the total, restricting Bangladesh to 124/9 in 20 overs. Witness the electrifying Pakistan vs Bangladesh game in the Asia Cup 2025 Super Four, featuring top players, fierce competition, and edge-of-the-seat drama.
Complete Match Scorecard
Pakistan Innings: 135/8 (20 Overs)
| Batsman | Dismissal | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | SR |
| Sahibzada Farhan | c Rishad b Taskin | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 100.00 |
| Fakhar Zaman | c & b Taskin | 13 | 15 | 2 | 0 | 86.67 |
| Saim Ayub | c Rishad b Mahedi | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Salman Agha (c) | c Jaker b Rishad | 19 | 19 | 1 | 0 | 100.00 |
| Hussain Talat | b Rishad | 3 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 30.00 |
| Mohammad Haris (wk) | c & b Mahedi | 31 | 23 | 3 | 1 | 134.78 |
| Mohammad Nawaz | b Taskin | 25 | 15 | 1 | 2 | 166.67 |
| Shaheen Afridi | c Jaker b Taskin | 19 | 13 | 1 | 2 | 146.15 |
| Faheem Ashraf | Not Out | 11* | 11 | 1 | 0 | 100.00 |
| Extras | (lb 4, w 6) | 10 | ||||
| Total | (8 wickets, 20 overs) | 135/8 | 6.75 |
Fall of Wickets: 4 (Farhan, 0.4 ov), 5 (Ayub, 1.4 ov), 30 (Fakhar, 6.3 ov), 37 (Talat, 8.2 ov), 69 (Salman, 12.1 ov), 84 (Haris, 14.5 ov), 114 (Shaheen, 17.2 ov), 124 (Nawaz, 18.3 ov)
Bangladesh Bowling Figures
| Bowler | Overs | Maidens | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
| Taskin Ahmed | 4 | 0 | 28 | 3 | 7.00 |
| Mahedi Hasan | 4 | 0 | 31 | 2 | 7.75 |
| Rishad Hossain | 4 | 0 | 18 | 2 | 4.50 |
| Mustafizur Rahman | 4 | 0 | 27 | 0 | 6.75 |
| Tanzim Hasan Sakib | 4 | 0 | 27 | 0 | 6.75 |
Bangladesh Innings: 124/9 (20 Overs)
| Batsman | Dismissal | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | SR |
| Parvez Hossain Emon | c Nawaz b Shaheen | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Saif Hassan | c Ayub b Rauf | 18 | 13 | 1 | 2 | 138.46 |
| Towhid Hridoy | c Ayub b Shaheen | 5 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 71.43 |
| Shamim Hossain | c Talat b Shaheen | 30 | 25 | 0 | 2 | 120.00 |
| Jaker Ali (c & wk) | c Mohammad Haris b Ayub | 5 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 55.56 |
| Nurul Hasan | c Mohammad Haris b Ayub | 16 | 14 | 1 | 1 | 114.29 |
| Mahedi Hasan | c Talat b Nawaz | 11 | 10 | 0 | 1 | 110.00 |
| Tanzim Hasan Sakib | b Rauf | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 133.33 |
| Taskin Ahmed | c & b Rauf | 10 | 13 | 0 | 1 | 76.92 |
| Rishad Hossain | Not Out | 16* | 11 | 2 | 0 | 145.45 |
| Mustafizur Rahman | Not Out | 6* | 7 | 1 | 0 | 85.71 |
| Extras | (lb 1, w 2) | 3 | ||||
| Total | (9 wickets, 20 overs) | 124/9 | 6.20 |
Fall of Wickets: 0 (Emon, 0.1 ov), 18 (Hridoy, 3.2 ov), 29 (Saif, 5.4 ov), 51 (Nurul, 11.6 ov), 73 (Jaker, 13.4 ov), 82 (Mahedi, 14.4 ov), 86 (Tanzim, 15.2 ov), 92 (Shamim, 17.2 ov), 101 (Taskin, 18.2 ov)
Pakistan Bowling Figures
| Bowler | Overs | Maidens | Runs | Wickets | Economy |
| Shaheen Afridi | 4 | 0 | 17 | 3 | 4.25 |
| Faheem Ashraf | 3 | 0 | 27 | 0 | 9.00 |
| Haris Rauf | 4 | 0 | 33 | 3 | 8.25 |
| Abrar Ahmed | 4 | 0 | 17 | 0 | 4.25 |
| Saim Ayub | 3 | 0 | 16 | 2 | 5.33 |
| Mohammad Nawaz | 2 | 0 | 13 | 1 | 6.50 |
Match Highlights & Key Moments
Pakistan Batting Struggle & Recovery
Pakistan faced early collapse after Bangladesh captain Jaker Ali won the toss and elected to bowl first. The green shirts lost Sahibzada Farhan (4) in the first over when Taskin Ahmed struck immediately. Saim Ayub continued his poor Asia Cup form with his fourth duck in six innings, dismissed by Mahedi Hasan in just the second over.
The top order crumbled as Pakistan slumped to 37/4 by the ninth over with Fakhar Zaman (13), Salman Agha (19), and Hussain Talat (3) all failing to build partnerships. Mohammad Haris (31 off 23 balls) provided crucial resistance with a counterattacking knock featuring three boundaries and one six.
The turning point came through Mohammad Nawaz (25 off 15) and Shaheen Afridi (19 off 13), who added vital runs in the death overs. Shaheen hit Pakistan’s first six in the 13th over, and their lower-middle order partnership pushed the total to a competitive 135/8.
Bangladesh Chase Falls Short
Chasing 136 runs, Bangladesh suffered the worst possible start when Parvez Hossain Emon was dismissed for a golden duck off the very first ball by Shaheen Afridi. The left-arm pacer struck again in the powerplay, removing Towhid Hridoy (5) to leave Bangladesh at 18/2.
Saif Hassan (18 off 13 balls) attempted to counter-attack with two sixes but fell to Haris Rauf at 29/3. Shamim Hossain emerged as Bangladesh’s top scorer with a fighting 30 off 25 balls, including two crucial sixes. However, his dismissal in the 18th over by Shaheen Afridi effectively ended Bangladesh’s hopes.
Pakistan’s spin duo of Saim Ayub (2/16) and Mohammad Nawaz (1/25) tightened the screws in the middle overs, while Haris Rauf (3/33) provided the pace firepower. Rishad Hossain’s late cameo (16* off 11) came too late as Pakistan sealed an 11-run victory. Thrilling Asia Cup 2025 Super Four clash as Pakistan vs Bangladesh battle for a spot in the finals with high-intensity cricket action.
Player of the Match: Shaheen Shah Afridi
Performance: 3 wickets for 17 runs in 4 overs, plus 19 runs off 13 balls
Shaheen Afridi delivered an outstanding all-round performance, striking with the new ball in the powerplay with figures of 3-0-11-2. His first-ball dismissal of Emon set the tone, and he returned to remove the dangerous Shamim Hossain at a crucial juncture. His late batting cameo, including Pakistan’s first six, proved equally valuable in pushing the total beyond 130.
Match Statistics & Records
Key Stats:
- First India vs Pakistan Asia Cup final in 41 years of tournament history
- Pakistan reach their first Asia Cup final since 2012
- Taskin Ahmed reached 100 T20I wickets (3rd Bangladeshi to achieve this feat)
- Saim Ayub recorded his 4th duck in 6 Asia Cup innings
- Bangladesh hit 7 sixes vs Pakistan’s 5 but still lost
- Average first innings score at Dubai in 2025: 158 runs
Tournament Context: This Super Four match served as a virtual semifinal with the winner joining India in the Asia Cup 2025 final. Pakistan’s victory eliminated Bangladesh and Sri Lanka from the competition.
Final Standings & What’s Next
Super Four Final Standings:
- India – 4 points (Qualified)
- Pakistan – 4 points (Qualified)
- Bangladesh – 2 points (Eliminated)
- Sri Lanka – 0 points (Eliminated)
Asia Cup 2025 Final: India vs Pakistan Date: September 28, 2025 Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium
This will be the first-ever India vs Pakistan Asia Cup final, with both teams having met twice earlier in the tournament where India won both encounters. Pakistan will aim for redemption while India seeks their record 9th Asia Cup title.
Conclusion
Pakistan’s disciplined bowling performance proved the difference in this low-scoring thriller at Dubai. Despite posting a below-par total, their bowling unit executed plans perfectly under pressure. Shaheen Afridi’s all-round brilliance, combined with Haris Rauf’s pace and Saim Ayub’s surprise spin bowling, ensured Pakistan’s passage to a historic final against arch-rivals India. The Pakistan vs Bangladesh match in Asia Cup 2025 Super Four promises nail-biting excitement, team strategies, and unforgettable match moments.
The match showcased that in T20 cricket, defending moderate totals is possible with quality bowling and smart field placements. Bangladesh will rue their poor shot selection and inability to capitalize on Pakistan’s batting collapse. For Pakistan, this victory represents a significant achievement as they ended their 13-year wait to reach an Asia Cup final.
Cricket fans worldwide now eagerly await the blockbuster India-Pakistan final on September 28, 2025, at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium – a clash that promises to be one of the most-watched cricket matches in Asia Cup history.
