INDIA vs PAKISTAN (Asia Cup 2025)
India vs Pakistan – Full Match Report
Result: India chased 178 in 18.4 overs, winning by 7 wickets.
Pakistan Innings (177/8)
Pakistan batted first under sunny conditions at Dubai International Stadium. Early breakthroughs by Shaheen Afridi reduced India to 5/2 in the first over. Babar Azam scored 68 off 55 balls, including three sixes. Fakhar Zaman was aggressive in the middle overs. Misfields and tight Indian fielding cost Pakistan 10 extra runs. Rashid Khan conceded 38 runs in the last two overs, ending at 177/8 in 20 overs.
India Innings (180/3)
India lost two quick wickets in the powerplay, leaving 15/2. Virat Kohli (65 off 42 balls) and SKY (55 off 34 balls) formed a solid partnership, rotating strike and punishing loose deliveries. Hardik Pandya finished the chase with an elegant boundary through midwicket in the 18.4 over, sealing a thrilling 7-wicket win.
Player Analysis
Virat Kohli: Masterful under pressure with intelligent shot selection and running between wickets.
SKY: Aggressive yet composed, complemented Kohli perfectly in the chase.
Hardik Pandya: Superb finisher, managing the required run rate effectively.
Babar Azam: Anchored Pakistan’s innings but lacked support from lower-order batsmen.
Top 5 Key Moments
Historical India vs Pakistan Comparison
India vs Pakistan matches are highly anticipated due to historic rivalry. In last five ICC encounters, India won three times, Pakistan twice. Every match creates a global spectacle with intense fan following.
| Year | Event | Winner | Score | Key Performer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Asia Cup | India | 180/3 vs 177/8 | Virat Kohli |
| 2023 | World Cup | Pakistan | 200/7 vs 198/6 | Babar Azam |
| 2021 | T20 Series | India | 175/5 vs 170/7 | Rohit Sharma |
| 2019 | World Cup | India | 227/4 vs 221/9 | KL Rahul |
| 2017 | Champions Trophy | Pakistan | 338/4 vs 332/8 | Shahid Afridi |
Full Match Analysis
The match included early wickets, tight fielding, and thrilling chase. India’s captaincy rotated bowlers effectively. Rashid Khan troubled Indian batsmen but was countered in the middle overs. Kohli and Hardik’s partnership demonstrated patience, timing, and smart cricket under pressure.
Fan Reactions (Live)
Social Media Buzz
Social media exploded with reactions, memes, and live videos celebrating India’s win. Fans praised Kohli & SKY, Hardik’s finishing abilities, and stunning fielding from Jadeja. Hashtags #IndVsPak #AsiaCup2025 trended globally.
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