The Asia Cup 2025 Super Four stage is set for a blockbuster start as India face arch-rivals Pakistan at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday, September 21. Both teams come into the clash after strong group-stage campaigns.
Pakistan, meanwhile, bounced back from a narrow defeat to India earlier in the tournament with convincing wins to secure their Super Four spot. This high-stakes encounter will not only rekindle cricket’s fiercest rivalry but also play a key role in shaping the path to the grand finale.
Head-to-head record: India vs. Pakistan in T20Is
India hold a dominant edge over Pakistan in T20I cricket, winning 11 out of 14 encounters so far. Pakistan have managed just 3 victories, with India consistently holding the upper hand in high-pressure matches, including Asia Cup and World Cup clashes.
- Total matches: 14
- India wins: 11
- Pakistan wins: 3
- Tied/No result: 0
Top players to watch: Batters & Bowlers
Batters to watch
Suryakumar Yadav (IND): The skipper has been India’s most reliable batter, scoring an unbeaten 47* in the group stage win over Pakistan. His 360-degree stroke play and ability to control chases make him the backbone of India’s batting.
Sahibzada Farhan (PAK): The opener stood tall with 40 runs in the group stage defeat against India. His solid starts at the top are crucial for Pakistan’s batting stability.
Bowlers to watch
Kuldeep Yadav (IND): The wrist-spinner was the match-winner in the last clash against Pakistan with figures of 3/18. His variations in the middle overs pose a constant threat to opposition batters.
Shaheen Afridi (PAK): Pakistan’s pace spearhead remains their biggest weapon, capable of striking early with swing and delivering deadly yorkers at the death. He also chipped in with a valuable 33* in the last meeting.
IND vs. PAK betting odds & predictions: Who has the edge?
According to Dafabet, India head into the Super Four clash as clear favourites with odds of 1.27, while Pakistan are priced at 3.77 to pull off an upset. The defending champions have already beaten Pakistan convincingly in the group stage and remain unbeaten in the tournament.
Odds* (click here to bet) | |
India | 1.27 |
Pakistan | 3.77 |
*odds are correct at the time of publish
TSN’s Top 3 Predictions:
- Match Winner: India to win.
- Top Batter Prediction: Suryakumar Yadav to score 40+ runs.
- Top Bowler Prediction: Kuldeep Yadav to take 2+ wickets.
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India vs. Pakistan: Expected playing XIs and team news
India Team News
India head into the Super Four clash against Pakistan in excellent form, having won both their group-stage matches with ease. The defending champions faced a minor scare when opener Shubman Gill suffered a hand injury before the earlier Pakistan game, but he recovered swiftly and has resumed full training.
All key players are fit and available for selection. After resting some regulars against Oman in their final group match, India are expected to return to full strength for this high-voltage encounter in Dubai.
India (predicted playing XI): Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav (c), Tilak Varma, Sanju Samson (wk), Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakaravarthy, Arshdeep Singh
Pakistan Team News
Pakistan have also arrived at the Super Four stage with confidence, shaking off early concerns around captain Salman Ali Agha, who had experienced neck spasms during training but has since recovered completely. Shadab Khan, however, remains sidelined with a shoulder injury that will keep him out for three months, leaving Pakistan without one of their senior all-rounders.
Despite that setback, the rest of the squad is fully fit. The Men in Green will look to build on their strong performances against Oman and the UAE while aiming to avenge their earlier defeat to India.
Pakistan (predicted playing XI): Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Mohammad Haris (wk), Fakhar Zaman, Salman Ali Agha (c), Hasan Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, Mohammad Nawaz, Shaheen Afridi, Sufiyan Muqeem, Abrar Ahmed/Haris Rauf
IND vs. PAK live scorecard: T20I Asia Cup Super Four
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Where to watch IND vs. PAK T20I in India
- Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium
- Date & Time (IST): Sunday, September 21, 8:00 p.m
- Live Telecast & Streaming Details: Sony Sports Networks and Sony LIV app & website
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