The Asia Cup 2025 Super Four stage has led to assumptions after Pakistan’s important victory against Sri Lanka on September 23. India and Pakistan have displayed great performances. The teams have kept their spirits for the trophy alive. There is a thrilling prospect of meeting in the grand final. The teams have a 2-0 record against each other so far in the tournament. The matchup has led to the expectations for an IND-PAK finale.
Points table and qualification scenarios
India is the table topper right now with the best net run rate of +0.6Sports89. Team India is followed by Pakistan (+0.226) and Bangladesh (+0.121). The three mentioned teams are sitting on 2 points each; therefore, a win from India or Pakistan in their remaining matches could put them in their final spot.
India needs to win just one out of their remaining games against Bangladesh on September 24 or Sri Lanka on September 26 to officially confirm their place in the final. India losing a match won’t affect much because of their net run rate.
Pakistan’s fate will rely on its September 25 clash with Bangladesh. A win there will put them on 4 points and can finalize their journey to the final because of their better net run rate compared to Bangladesh. Pakistan’s loss would likely see Bangladesh advance, therefore finishing Pakistan’s campaign.
Match highlights and performances
Pakistan has won against Sri Lanka. It was marked by a significant bowling display. Sri Lanka managed a low 133/8 in their 20 overs, with Kamindu Mendis helping with 50 off 44 balls. Shaheen Afridi put in a brilliant bowling effort with 3/28, getting help from Hussain Talat and Haris Rauf, who took two wickets each.
In reply, Pakistan chased the target quite easily, chasing 138/5 in 18 overs. Brilliant knocks from Mohammad Nawaz (38* off 24) and Hussain Talat (32* not out) sealed the victory with a much important 56-run partnership.
India vs Pakistan final will always be a vibrant and real possibility as both teams have strong positions going into the last matches of the Asia Cup 2025. Fans eagerly want to see the iconic rivalry that will reach a different level of adrenaline in the tournament’s final clash.
