India vs Pakistan, Asia Cup 2025: India vs Pakistan Super Four encounter at the Dubai International Stadium began with an early Indian wicket, as Fakhar Zaman got out cheaply after making 15 from 9 balls. Zaman’s 2.3rd over dismissal, caught by Sanju Samson off a cleverly directed Hardik Pandya ball, put India in the driver’s seat for a challenging Pakistan run chase. Sahibzada Farhan and Saim Ayub attempted to calm the storm despite the early loss.
India vs Pakistan, Asia Cup 2025: Farhan Enlightens with a Scorching Fifty
Sahibzada Farhan kept his good form going in Asia Cup 2025, scoring a well-made 55 off 40 deliveries. Farhan played a blend of power and timing, with five boundaries and three over-the-top sixes to keep Pakistan in the hunt. His strike rate of 137.50 indicated his desperation to keep the scoreboard moving, with stability for having lost Zaman early. Farhan’s stand was instrumental in keeping the run rate in check and setting the momentum for the middle overs.
Ind vs Pak, Asia Cup 2025: Saim Ayub’s Wicket Rocks Pakistan
Just as Farhan was getting into the swing of things, Pakistan lost another wicket in the 10.3rd over. Saim Ayub, who had scored a solid 21 runs off 17 balls, was caught by Abhishek Sharma off a suave delivery by Shivam Dube.
Dube strikes! Saim Ayub departs Abhishek with an absolute stunner! 🔥#indvspak2025 #PAKvIND #PakVsInd pic.twitter.com/qVZl2iVu8s
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Ayub’s fall at 93-2 put the innings into a crucial period, and Pakistan needed to take the momentum forward and rebuild. The wicket showcased India’s excellent fielding and tactical bowling changes that kept the pressure on.
Ind vs PAK, Asia Cup 2025: Powerplay Impact and Bowling Highlights
India’s bowlers had a good grip on the powerplay. Hardik Pandya removed Zaman quickly and bowled two overs for 15 runs, while Shivam Dube removed Ayub with his wicket, giving only five runs in his over. Jasprit Bumrah, Varun Chakravarthy, Kuldeep Yadav, and Axar Patel were tight with their lines, not letting Pakistan go too hard.
Pakistan’s Innings Ahead
With Farhan stabilizing the innings, Pakistan will look to him and the lower order to provide a competitive score. India’s early wickets and tight bowling can be game-deciding to keep the pressure on and limit Pakistan’s chase for a Super Four advantage.
