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Speaking at the pre-match press conference in Dubai on Saturday, Agha addressed the heightened emotions and flashpoints witnessed in the earlier clashes between the two teams.
This clash isn't just another final; it marks the first time in Asia Cup history that India and Pakistan will face off in the tournament's grand finale.
The Men in Blue, since 2024, out of the 33 matches they have played, have only lost three games, which makes them the clear favourites to win the final
India are the most successful team in Asia Cup history with eight titles, while Pakistan are two-time champion
The BCCI had formally complained about the actions of Rauf and Farhan earlier this week, while Pakistan raised concerns about India's stance on Suryakumar
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The ICC hearing saw both Rauf and Farhan appearing in person before Richardson, though their formal responses were submitted in writing by the BCCI
They have endured comprehensive defeats against India on back-to-back Sundays in the ongoing Asia Cup but Pakistan head coach Mike Hesson believes that all that matters is the result on coming Sunday when the arch-rivals clash in an Asia Cup final for the first time in 41 years. India beat Pakistan by seven wickets in a group league game and followed it up with another convincing victory by six wickets in the Super 4s stage. "We know that we played on the 14th. We played on the 21st. But really, the only match that really counts is the one at the end. And that will be our focus. Trying to play our best game when it counts," Hesson replied to a query about his message to his players ahead of Sunday's final after they comfortably disposed off a meek challenge from Bangladesh by 11 runs here on Thursday. India and Pakistan have never played the summit clash of the continental event since the inception of the event in 1984 when it used to be only played in Sharjah. Hesson said his side
Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha expressed confidence that his team has what it takes to overcome arch-rivals India in Sunday's Asia Cup final
ICC verdict on both PCB's complaint on Surya and BCCI's complaint against Farhan and Rauf will be out on Friday, two days before the final of the Asia Cup 2025
An India vs Pakistan final in the Asia Cup 2025 is booked now as Pakistan defend 136 runs in Dubai in their final Super 4 clash courtesy of 3-fers by Haris Rauf and Shaheen Afridi.
India are at the top of the points table with four points from two games (NRR 1.357), followed by Pakistan, who have won two of their three games.
Bangladesh and Pakistan played out a thrilling final Super 4 tie which went in the favour of Pakistan who booked a final date with arch rivals India on Sunday.
A victory against Bangladesh is crucial for Pakistan's hopes of securing a spot in the final.
The live streaming of the Pakistan vs Bangladesh Asia Cup 2025 Super 4 match will be available on the SonyLIV and FanCode apps and websites in India.
Pakistan, under Salman Agha's leadership, will be eager to register another win while BAN will hope to bounce back after the defeat against India yesterday.
The pitch at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium is expected to favour batters, offering a reliable surface where the ball comes on nicely to the bat.
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Pakistan all-rounder Hussain Talat has rejected suggestions that the team's morale has taken a hit due to the resounding six-wicket loss to India in an Asia Cup Super 4 match, asserting that the players have shut out the criticism to stay composed for the remaining games. Batting all-rounder Talat played a pivotal role in helping Pakistan win by five wickets and earn two crucial points on Tuesday against Sri Lanka, rescuing them from a precarious 80/5 in a chase of 133. His 2/18 and unbeaten 32 helped his side keep alive hopes of an India-Pakistan final after two successive losses in the tournament. Pakistan now have to win against Bangladesh on Thursday to make the final. "No, there was no feeling of mayusi (disappointment) coming into the match (against Sri Lanka) but since we had lost (to India in the Super 4s opener), no one was feeling good...(But) We put in our best effort in that match," said Talat in the post-match press conference on Tuesday. "...but coming into this match