India Crush UAE: Lightning Victory at Asia Cup 2025
India made a statement at the start of the Asia Cup 2025, overpowering the United Arab Emirates in the 2nd Group A match. The Men in Blue wrapped up the game in just 4.3 overs while chasing a modest target of 58, securing a dominant 9-wicket win.
Match Summary
The toss went the UAE’s way, but their decision to bat first backfired immediately. India’s bowlers took full control:
- Kuldeep Yadav dismantled the UAE top order with figures of 4/7.
- Shivam Dube added further damage, claiming 3/4.
- UAE were bowled out for 57 in only 13.1 overs.
Chasing, India showed no hesitation. Abhishek Sharma blasted 30 runs from just 16 balls, while Shubman Gill guided the innings with an unbeaten 20. India comfortably finished at 58/1 in 4.3 overs.
Key Match Stats
To put the match into perspective, here is a snapshot of the key numbers that defined India’s emphatic victory over UAE:
|
Team |
Score |
Overs |
Top Batter |
Best Bowler |
|
UAE |
57 all out |
13.1 |
Muhammad Waseem – 15 (12) |
— |
|
India |
58/1 (won) |
4.3 |
Abhishek Sharma – 30 (16) |
Kuldeep Yadav – 4/7, Shivam Dube – 3/4 |
Key Highlights
Beyond the raw numbers, several aspects of this match stood out and set the tone for India’s campaign:
- India’s spinners completely dominated, with Kuldeep Yadav and Shivam Dube sharing seven wickets between them.
- The UAE batting order collapsed quickly, showing little resistance once early wickets fell.
- India’s batting response was explosive and fearless, led by Abhishek Sharma’s quickfire 30.
- Shubman Gill provided calm support, ensuring a smooth chase with his unbeaten 20.
Taken together, these highlights underline India’s authority on both fronts — bowling and batting — while exposing UAE’s struggles against quality opposition. The performance serves as both a warning to India’s upcoming rivals and a wake-up call for UAE to regroup.
Conclusion
India’s Asia Cup campaign has begun in the most dominant fashion possible, claiming two points and sending a strong message to their rivals. For UAE, the defeat highlights major concerns with their batting depth and ability to handle quality spin, and they will need quick adjustments to remain competitive in Group A.
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