India vs Pakistan, Preview | Match Will Look To Dominate After Record-Breaking Win In Last Game

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India and Pakistan meet again on September 21, 2025 in the Super Four stage of Asia Cup.

India and Pakistan meet again on September 21, 2025 in the Super Four stage of Asia Cup. India already beat Pakistan earlier in Group A by seven wickets. That game showed India’s strength with spin, batting depth and calm in the chase. Pakistan will try to make amends. India will try to stay perfect so far. This match may decide the pace of the Super Four. Fans from India will expect a strong showing.

Match Details

  • Date: Sunday, September 21, 2025
  • Time: 5:30 PM IST (14:30 GMT)
  • Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai

This game is one of the most anticipated in the Super Four stage. Both teams carry pressure of high expectations. India aim to continue their winning run and secure a spot in the final. Pakistan want to bounce back after their earlier loss and prove their strength in big games. With strong batting and pace attacks on both sides, the contest promises drama, skill, and intensity.

Form Guide

India came into this match with good recent form. They won their Group A games, and they look confident. Pakistan also made the Super Four by beating UAE but their batting has holes, notably middle order.

Recent results:

India: L W W W WPakistan: W W W L W

India appears stronger at present. They are winning and maintaining their form. Pakistan is showing mixed results. India's weakness is their tendency to lose. If Pakistan want to have a chance, they need to correct their mistakes in mid-level matches and get contributions from many players.

India vs Pakistan Head-to-Head in the Asia Cup

India and Pakistan played earlier in this Asia Cup on September 14, 2025. India won by seven wickets. Pakistan posted 127/9. India chased comfortably in 15.5 overs.

In Asia Cup history, both teams have met 20 times. Out of these games:

  • India won 11
  • Pakistan won 6
  • 3 ended with no result

This record shows India’s edge in Asia Cup matches. In the ODI format, both sides had close battles, but in T20Is, India usually kept control. Pakistan still has a few strong wins, including famous games where their bowlers dominated.

These meetings are more than cricket. They are moments of national pride and pressure. Every win adds to history, and every loss leaves marks.

India lead their head-to-head vs Pakistan in Asia Cup by 11-6, with 3 no results.

Pitch And Weather

The game will take place in Dubai. The Dubai International Cricket Stadium usually gives good rewards for spin bowling in middle overs. Early overs may favour fast bowlers. Dew may matter late in the innings. The surface often helps batters slightly in the later part of the innings. Expect slower pace and variations in bounce.

Weather: September in Dubai is hot. Evening temperature may drop and humidity may rise. No heavy rain is expected. The wind is mild. Night conditions may help swing.

Team News

Both sides likely stick close to the same XI that they used earlier vs each other or vs UAE. Fitness and form will decide a few changes.

India

India may make small changes. If needed, one extra bowler or batsman depending on pitch. Leadership by Suryakumar Yadav matters.

Probable XI: Suryakumar Yadav (c), Sanju Samson (wk), Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Tilak Varma, Shivam Dube, Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Varun Chakaravarthy. Backups include Arshdeep Singh, Rinku Singh, Harshit Rana, Jitesh Sharma.

Pakistan

Pakistan needs more from the top order. Fakhar Zaman, Sahibzada Farhan must deliver. Captain Salman Agha will want the middle order to hold. Bowling has options: pace and spin.

Probable XI: Salman Agha (c), Mohammad Haris (wk), Sahibzada Farhan, Fakhar Zaman, Saim Ayub, Mohammad Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Afridi, Abrar Ahmed, Hasan Ali, Hussain Talat. Reserves include Haris Rauf, Khushdil Shah, Hasan Nawaz, Mohammad Wasim Jr, Salman Mirza.

Players To Watch

This game will have many stars on the field. Some players are in top form and can change the game. Fans should follow them closely:

  • Suryakumar Yadav (India, captain, middle order batter): Scored quick runs in last games and led the team with calmness.
  • Shubman Gill (India, opener): Gives India solid starts and can play long innings.
  • Kuldeep Yadav (India, spinner): Takes key wickets in middle overs with his variations.
  • Jasprit Bumrah (India, fast bowler): Bowls well at start and death overs, hard to score against.
  • Hardik Pandya (India, all-rounder): Can hit big in lower order and adds useful overs with the ball.
  • Fakhar Zaman (Pakistan, opener): Aggressive at top, can change the game if he stays.
  • Shaheen Afridi (Pakistan, fast bowler): Dangerous with new ball, often takes early wickets.
  • Haris Rauf (Pakistan, fast bowler): Known for pace and yorkers, threat in death overs.
  • Salman Agha (Pakistan, captain, middle order batter): Key to steady batting, also leads team decisions.
  • Mohammad Haris (Pakistan, wicketkeeper batter): Quick scorer, can shift momentum in powerplay.

These players have strong roles in their teams. Their impact may decide who wins.

Broadcasting Platforms

Fans in India will want easy access to the live match. Broadcasters will cover the action both on TV and streaming.

  • Sony Sports Network (TV)
  • Sony LIV (streaming)
  • FanCode (streaming option)
  • Regional sports channels in India

Fans in India can follow live coverage across TV and streaming.

What To Expect

India will try to use spin bowlers well. Kuldeep Yadav and Axar Patel are in form. If Pakistan’s batters play spin carefully, they may post a challenging total or chase well. Pakistan must solve issues in powerplay and middle overs. Early wickets will help India. Bowling quality from Pakistan’s seamers and spinners can make a difference. Batting wise, India have depth. Players like Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Tilak Varma can give quick runs. Pakistan need contributions from Fakhar Zaman, Farhan, and captain Salman Agha. Fielding will matter. India are often sharp in the field. Pakistan must avoid drops and misfields. The crowd, pressure, and chance to reach the final make this game very big.

Conclusion

This India vs Pakistan match on 21 September is more than a group stage clash. For India, it is a chance to confirm dominance. For Pakistan, it is a chance to show growth. India have a recent win over Pakistan at the same venue and will enter the match confident. Pakistan needs to bring better batting performance, especially early. If they fail, India is likely to win again. Indian fans can expect a strong display. The match may be shorter if India bat second and chase fast as they have done before. But Pakistan can surprise if they stay calm and use their bowlers well.

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