The biggest match of the Asia Cup 2025 is here. India and Pakistan will face off in the 6th Match of Group A at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday, September 14, 2025. The match starts at 6:30 PM local time (8:00 PM IST) with the toss happening 30 minutes before play.
Player News & Team Updates
India comes into this match after a dominant win over UAE, where they chased down a small target in just 4.3 overs. Captain Suryakumar Yadav, vice-captain Shubman Gill, and all-rounder Hardik Pandya are in good form. Spinner Kuldeep Yadav impressed with 4 wickets in the last match, and Jasprit Bumrah will lead the pace attack.
Pakistan also started strong, beating Oman by 93 runs. Their captain Salman Agha is confident, and spinner Mohammad Nawaz has been in excellent form this year. Fast bowler Shaheen Afridi will be key in the powerplay overs.
Pitch Report – Dubai International Stadium
The pitch in Dubai is expected to be slow and spin-friendly, especially in the second half. Dew might play a role later in the evening, so the team winning the toss may choose to bowl first. The average first innings score here is around 160–165, and chasing teams have had better success.
Head-to-Head Record – Asia Cup
India and Pakistan have played 18 matches in the Asia Cup across formats:
| Format | Matches | India Wins | Pakistan Wins | No Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 18 | 10 | 6 | 2 |
| T20 Asia Cup | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
India has the edge, but Pakistan has won twice in Dubai before, making this match unpredictable.
TV Channels & Live Streaming
Fans can watch the match live on TV and online across multiple platforms:
India
- TV Channels: Sony Sports Network (Sony Sports 1, 3, 4, 5 – in English, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu)
- Streaming: SonyLIV.com
International
- Pakistan: PTV Sports
- UK & Ireland: TNT Sports 1
- USA & Canada: Willow TV
- Bangladesh: Gazi TV
- Sri Lanka: Sirasa TV
- Australia & NZ: YuppTV
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What the Players Said
India’s assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate said:
“We’re aware of people’s feelings, but the players will stay focused and professional.”
Pakistan opener Saim Ayub added:
“We are not just looking forward to the India match, but to winning the tournament.”
What’s at Stake?
The winner of this match will likely secure a spot in the Super Four. With both teams in good form, fans can expect a thrilling contest under the Dubai lights.
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