The Asia Cup 2025 final between India and Pakistan will take place on Sunday, September 28, 2025, at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. The toss will happen at 7:30 PM IST, and the match starts at 8:00 PM IST.
This final is historic, as it’s the first time India and Pakistan are facing each other in an Asia Cup final. India comes into the match undefeated, winning all their games so far, while Pakistan reached the final after a close win against Bangladesh.
Fans in India can watch the match live on Sony Sports Network or stream it on SonyLIV. With both teams at their best and the rivalry running high, this match promises to be thrilling and intense.
India’s Asia Cup Titles & Analysis
1.1984 – Sharjah, UAE
- Achievement: India won the inaugural Asia Cup.
- Final Opponent: Sri Lanka
- Analysis: This marked India’s entry as a dominant cricketing force in Asia. The team relied on its experienced batsmen and disciplined bowling, setting the stage for a strong regional presence.
2. 1988 – Dhaka, Bangladesh
- Achievement: Second Asia Cup title.
- Final Opponent: Sri Lanka
- Analysis: India’s consistency and strategic use of spin bowlers helped them defend totals effectively. This win reaffirmed India’s dominance in subcontinental conditions.
3. 1990/91 – India
- Achievement: Third Asia Cup (round-robin format, no final).
- Analysis: India topped the points table, showing depth in both batting and bowling. Players like Mohammad Azharuddin and Manoj Prabhakar were pivotal. The format tested consistency over multiple games rather than a knockout final.
4. 1995 – Sharjah, UAE
- Achievement: Fourth Asia Cup title.
- Final Opponent: Sri Lanka
- Analysis: India relied on explosive batsmen like Navjot Singh Sidhu and aggressive bowling strategies. This win was important in maintaining momentum in the mid-90s cricket era.
5. 2010 – Dambulla, Sri Lanka
- Achievement: Fifth Asia Cup title.
- Final Opponent: Sri Lanka
- Analysis: Led by MS Dhoni, India’s win was built on strong team unity and calm under pressure. The team showed modern ODI adaptability with a blend of youth and experience.
6. 2016 – Bangladesh (T20 format)
- Achievement: Sixth Asia Cup title (first in T20 format).
- Final Opponent: Bangladesh
- Analysis: India’s batting depth and sharp fielding in T20 conditions made the difference. This win showcased India’s adaptability to the shorter format while maintaining dominance in Asia.
7. 2018 – UAE
- Achievement: Seventh Asia Cup title.
- Final Opponent: Bangladesh
- Analysis: Rohit Sharma and Shikhar Dhawan provided explosive starts, while bowlers like Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Jasprit Bumrah controlled the middle overs. This win reaffirmed India’s modern ODI supremacy in Asia.
Summary
- Total Titles: 7 (6 ODI + 1 T20)
- Key Insights:
- India has been historically consistent in Asia Cup tournaments.
- Strong batting line-ups and adaptable bowling attacks have been critical.
- India has a winning record against both Pakistan and Sri Lanka in key Asia Cup encounters.
Pakistan Asia Cup Titles & Analysis
1. 2000 – Dhaka, Bangladesh
- Achievement: First Asia Cup title.
- Final Opponent: Sri Lanka
- Analysis: Pakistan’s team relied heavily on a strong bowling attack led by Saqlain Mushtaq and Waqar Younis. The batsmen, including Inzamam-ul-Haq, provided steady innings to chase or set targets. This win marked Pakistan’s rise as a strong ODI team in the subcontinent.
2. 2012 – Dhaka, Bangladesh
- Achievement: Second Asia Cup title.
- Final Opponent: Bangladesh
- Analysis: Under Misbah-ul-Haq’s captaincy, Pakistan displayed disciplined batting and effective spin bowling. This win was notable for Pakistan’s consistency throughout the tournament, and it gave a morale boost ahead of the 2012 ICC World T20.
Summary
- Total Titles: 2 (both in ODI format)
- Key Insights:
- Pakistan has fewer Asia Cup titles compared to India (7) and Sri Lanka (6).
- Pakistan’s wins came largely through strong bowling and middle-order stability.
- Their Asia Cup victories were often achieved in challenging conditions in Bangladesh.
Where to Watch India vs Pakistan Final
The broadcast will depend on where you live. Here are the options:
- India: Watch live on Sony Sports Network channels. You can also stream it on the Sony LIV app/website (with subscription) or on FanCode with a tour pass.
- Pakistan: Free live coverage on PTV Sports. You can also stream it for free on the Tamasha or Myco apps.
- USA & Canada: Available on Willow TV, which can be accessed through Sling TV and other providers.
- UK & Ireland: Watch live on TNT Sports or stream through Discovery+ and supported TV packages.
- Australia & New Zealand: Stream via Yupp TV or watch on Foxtel, including Kayo Sports.
- Middle East & North Africa (MENA): Available on STARZPLAY (CricLife MAX) and eLife TV via local TV networks and apps.
India and Pakistan Squad in Final Asia Cup 2025
India Squad
- Suryakumar Yadav (Captain)
- Shubman Gill (Vice-Captain)
- Sanju Samson (Wicketkeeper-Batter)
- Abhishek Sharma (All-Rounder – Batting/Spin)
- Tilak Varma (Middle Order Batter)
- Rinku Singh (Finisher Batter)
- Hardik Pandya (All-Rounder – Batting/Pace)
- Shivam Dube (All-Rounder – Batting/Medium Pace)
- Kuldeep Yadav (Left-arm Wrist Spinner)
- Axar Patel (All-Rounder – Spin/Lower Order Batting)
- Jitesh Sharma (Wicketkeeper-Batter)
- Harshit Rana (Right-arm Fast Bowler)
- Arshdeep Singh (Left-arm Fast Medium Bowler)
- Varun Chakravarthy (Mystery Spinner)
- Jasprit Bumrah (Right-arm Fast Bowler)
Pakistan Squad
- Salman Agha (Captain)
- Fakhar Zaman (Vice-Captain)
- Abrar Ahmed (Bowler)
- Faheem Ashraf (All-Rounder)
- Haris Rauf (Bowler)
- Hasan Ali (Bowler)
- Hasan Nawaz (Batsman)
- Hussain Talat (All-Rounder)
- Khushdil Shah (All-Rounder/Batter)
- Mohammad Haris (Wicketkeeper-Batsman)
- Mohammad Nawaz (All-Rounder)
- Mohammad Wasim (Bowler)
- Sahibzada Farhan (Batsman)
- Saim Ayub (Batsman)
- Salman Mirza (Bowler)
- Shaheen Afridi (Bowler)
- Sufiyan Muqeem (Bowler)
Leadership
India: Suryakumar Yadav will lead the side, with Shubman Gill as vice-captain.
Pakistan: Salman Agha takes charge as captain, supported by vice-captain Fakhar Zaman.