India will take on Pakistan in the final match of the 2025 Asia Cup on Sunday at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, marking the first time the two rivals meet in an Asia Cup final.
The match is set to begin at 7 p.m. Kabul time. India qualified after topping their group and winning in the Super Four stage, including victories over Pakistan and Bangladesh. Pakistan secured its place in the final with a narrow win over Bangladesh.
Afghanistan, also competing in the tournament, was eliminated after losing to Sri Lanka. In that match, Afghanistan posted 169 for eight in 20 overs, but Sri Lanka chased the target in 18.4 overs with four wickets remaining.
Analysts say key factors in the final could include early swing bowling, the effectiveness of each side’s spin attack and the impact of dew late in the innings. India enters the match as favorites, unbeaten so far in the tournament and holding a stronger record against Pakistan in Twenty20 internationals.
