| Matches Played | 15 |
| IND Won | 11 |
| PAK Won | 03 |
| Tied | 01 |
Pitch Report
The Dubai International Cricket Stadium has often been a batting-paradise, truly for batsmen who could grind it out building their innings. While with the new ball, some swing measures an amount of concentration from the top-order batsmen before they can start accelerating toward big scores. After the initial overs, bowlers have to depend on bowling with discipline in their lines and lengths to ensure containment and create opportunities for wickets. It means an ideal place to bat second, as dew might come and influence the proceedings later on.
India vs Pakistan—Asia Cup 2025 Final Analysis
India’s Strengths
Unbeaten tournament run builds unstoppable momentum with batting maestro Abhishek Sharma leading run charts. Tournament favorites carry a psychological advantage from previous victories over Pakistan in this edition. Kuldeep Yadav’s wicket-taking prowess alongside an experienced bowling attack is perfectly suited for Dubai conditions and high-pressure final encounters.
India’s Weaknesses
Pressure of the overwhelming favorite tag could create anxiety in crucial moments against archrivals seeking redemption. Historical final collapses against Pakistan in major tournaments may create mental fragility despite current dominance. Overconfidence from easy qualification path might lead to underestimating a desperate Pakistani side with nothing to lose.
Pakistan’s Strengths
Underdog status removes the burden of expectation, while revenge motivation from earlier defeats fuels fierce determination in knockout cricket. Proven big-match temperament in finals creates a dangerous combination with the collective team unity displayed throughout the successful campaign. Thirteen-year title drought hunger drives exceptional performance levels when facing traditional rivals in winner-takes-all scenarios.
Pakistan’s Weaknesses
Previous losses to India this tournament exposes tactical vulnerabilities that opponents have successfully exploited in pressure situations. Final inexperience compared to India’s vast knockout expertise could prove decisive in crucial moments requiring composure. Dependency on collective efforts rather than individual brilliance makes them vulnerable if key players fail to deliver simultaneously.
IND vs PAK Predicted Playing XIs
India (IND): Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav (captain), Tilak Varma, Sanju Samson (wicketkeeper), Shivam Dube, Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Varun Chakaravarthy
Pakistan (PAK): Sahibzada Farhan, Fakhar Zaman, Saim Ayub, Salman Agha (c), Hussain Talat, Mohammad Haris (wk), Mohammad Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf, Abrar Ahmed
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