Dubai, September 14 (Axpert Media Sports Desk): It’s the big one—India vs Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2025, and the excitement is sky-high. Fans around the world are glued to their screens as the arch-rivals lock horns tonight at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.
Both India and Pakistan have started their Asia Cup campaigns with convincing wins. Tonight’s clash is not just about two points—it’s about bragging rights, momentum, and a spot in the Super Fours.
Match Details: India vs Pakistan, Asia Cup 2025
- Toss: 7:30 PM IST
- Start Time: 8:00 PM IST
- Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium
Head-to-Head in Dubai T20Is
Out of the three T20Is these sides have played at Dubai so far, Pakistan holds the edge with two wins, while India has managed one. The Men in Blue will be looking to level things up tonight, especially on captain Suryakumar Yadav’s 35th birthday.
Yes, you read that right—Surya turns 35 today, and what better gift for him (and Indian fans) than a big win over Pakistan? Expect the birthday boy to be in the mood to entertain.
Likely Playing XIs
India: Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav (C), Tilak Varma, Sanju Samson (WK), Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Varun Chakaravarthy
Pakistan: Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Mohammad Haris (WK), Fakhar Zaman, Salman Ali Agha (C), Hasan Nawaz, Mohammad Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Sufiyan Muqeem, Abrar Ahmed
What’s at Stake Tonight?
This Group A clash could decide the early pace-setters of the tournament. Both teams are stacked with power hitters and quality bowlers, so expect fireworks right from the first ball.
With Shaheen Afridi vs Shubman Gill up top and Jasprit Bumrah vs Fakhar Zaman in the powerplay, this game promises plenty of drama.
Stay tuned here for live score updates, ball-by-ball commentary, and all the key moments from Dubai.
Sep 14, 2025 19:31 IST
Pakistan vs India
TOSS UPDATE – The coin flip lands in favor of Pakistan and Salman Agha elects to BAT first.
Sep 14, 2025 19:37 IST
Pakistan vs India
India’s KULDEEP YADAV is up for a quick chat with the broadcasters. He reflects and expresses that he is happy with the way he performed in the previous game and cites the importance of starting off on a positive note. Shares that it is always tough to sit out for many games but mentions it is purely because of the conditions and the demands of the team at the very point. Highlights that he has worked on his fitness and has bowled around 35 overs in the recently concluded Duleep Trophy. Mentions that the conditions in Dubai tend to get a bit slow. About the nerves during the India vs Pakistan game, he adds it is just another game of cricket. Says every player in the side wants to do well against them because of the history of both teams.
19:45 (IST) 14 Sep 2025
IND vs PAK Live Score: Teams Stick to Spinners, Differ on Strategy
No surprises from either side as both teams stick with their spinners on a dry-looking pitch. However, their strategies diverge: Pakistan aims to put runs on the board, while India believes the pitch will play better in the second innings, with dew potentially aiding the chase.
19:54 (IST) 14 Sep 2025
IND vs PAK Live Score: Stadium and Pitch Update
A few full stands are visible on TV as the lights shine bright over the Dubai International Stadium. The pitch shows some grass but is largely dry with noticeable cracks, hinting at a tricky surface for batters and spinners alike.
19:58 (IST) 14 Sep 2025
IND vs PAK Live Score: Kohli’s absence felt
For the first time in years, Virat Kohli won’t be India’s savior in high-pressure moments against Pakistan. The question now: Can Pakistan exploit this gap, or does India’s middle order possess enough firepower to handle the pressure and keep the upper hand?
20:08 (IST) 14 Sep 2025
IND vs PAK Live Score: Early Wicket, Low Scoring Start
After the first over, Pakistan are 5/1, with a current run rate of 5.00. Mohammad Haris is on 3 off 4 balls, while Sahibzada Farhan has 1 from 1 delivery. Hardik Pandya picks up the early wicket, finishing his over with figures of 1-0-5-1.
20:10 (IST) 14 Sep 2025
IND vs PAK Live Score: Bumrah Strikes Early
Mohammad Haris attempts to take on Jasprit Bumrah but falls cheaply, perishing right away. Haris is caught by Hardik Pandya off Bumrah for 3 runs from 5 balls, finishing with a strike rate of 60.
20:10 (IST) 14 Sep 2025
IND vs PAK Live Score: Bumrah Strikes Early
Mohammad Haris attempts to take on Jasprit Bumrah but falls cheaply, perishing right away. Haris is caught by Hardik Pandya off Bumrah for 3 runs from 5 balls, finishing with a strike rate of 60.
20:19 (IST) 14 Sep 2025
IND vs PAK Live Score: Hardik to Zaman, 3 Wides
An inswinging delivery from Hardik misses the mark, called wide by the umpire. No chance offered, just extra runs to Pakistan.
20:23 (IST) 14 Sep 2025
IND vs PAK Live Score: Farhan Smashes a Biggie
Sahibzada Farhan goes aerial off Jasprit Bumrah, sending a 141 km/h delivery soaring over long-on for six. A spectacular shot early in the innings!
20:23 (IST) 14 Sep 2025
IND vs PAK Live Score: Farhan Smashes a Biggie
Sahibzada Farhan goes aerial off Jasprit Bumrah, sending a 141 km/h delivery soaring over long-on for six. A spectacular shot early in the innings!
20:32 (IST) 14 Sep 2025
IND vs PAK Live Score: Farhan Sends One Soaring
Bumrah bowls to Sahibzada Farhan, who responds with a massive six. The shot, a next-level heave, clears the boundary with ease, injecting momentum into Pakistan’s innings.
20:36 (IST) 14 Sep 2025
IND vs PAK Live Score: End of Powerplay Drama
At the end of six overs, Pakistan have scored 42/2, maintaining a run rate of 7.00. Sahibzada Farhan has 19 off 19 balls, including two sixes, while Fakhar Zaman is on 16 from 11 balls with three fours. Jasprit Bumrah has picked up 1 wicket for 16 runs in three overs, and Varun Chakravarthy has bowled one over conceding 8 runs.
20:40 (IST) 14 Sep 2025
IND vs PAK Live Score: Farhan Punishes, But Saved by Field
Kuldeep Yadav bowls to Sahibzada Farhan, who lofts one toward cow corner for a big hit. Axar Patel sprints from long-on and manages to stop it, restricting the score to just two runs.
20:45 (IST) 14 Sep 2025
IND vs PAK Live Score: Pakistan Lose Third Wicket
At the end of over 8, Pakistan are 45 for 3, with the run rate at 5.62. Salman Agha has just walked back for a duck after facing 2 balls, while Sahibzada Farhan continues at the crease with 21 runs off 25 balls, including two sixes. Axar Patel picked up the crucial wicket, and Kuldeep Yadav remains tight with the ball, having conceded just 2 runs so far.
20:50 (IST) 14 Sep 2025
IND vs PAK Live Score: Pakistan Steady
At the conclusion of the ninth over, Pakistan add just 2 runs to their total. Sahibzada Farhan remains at 22 off 27 balls with two sixes, while Salman Agha is yet to get going on 1 from 6 deliveries. Varun Chakravarthy finishes with figures of 2-0-10-0, and Axar Patel has picked up one wicket so far. Pakistan sit at 47/3, with a current run rate of 5.22, as they look to rebuild after losing their third
20:55 (IST) 14 Sep 2025
IND vs PAK Live Score: Axar Patel Keeps India in Control
The 10th over ends with Pakistan losing their fourth wicket. Axar Patel strikes again, restricting the run flow while keeping the pressure on the middle order
21:18 (IST) Sep 14
IND vs PAK Live Score, Asia Cup 2025: FOUR for Ashraf!
FOUR! Kuldeep Yadav to Faheem Ashraf. The left hander goes inside and smashes the ball towards deep extra cover region for a boundary. Superb shot from the Pakistani batter. Pakistan need runs at the moment. They have just 4 wickets in hand.
PAK 78/6 in 15 overs vs IND
