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Tilak Varma is the new Indian cricket hero, and why shouldn’t he be? His exploits against Pakistan in the nerve-racking 2025 Asia Cup final blew the internet away as India clinched their record ninth title. Tilak came to the crease when India had lost two key players in Abhishek Sharma and captain Suryakumar Yadav inside the first three overs. While Shubman Gill also departed soon after, leaving India in a tight spot in this run chase, how Tilak and the middle order bailed them out of trouble is inspiring.&nbsp;The social media erupted in joy, with who's who of the cricket world taking to the internet to laud Tilak for his heroic knock of an unbeaten 69 off 53 balls.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-pak-asia-cup-final-kuldeep-yadav-scripts-history-becomes-highest-wicket-taker-in-asia-cup-1759080394082">IND vs PAK: Kuldeep Yadav creates history; surpasses SL legend for most Asia Cup wickets</a> &nbsp;Besides Tilak, Sanju Samson and Shivam Dube played handy roles in helping India cut the deficit, with Rinku Singh, who came in for injured Hardik Pandya for the Asia Cup Final, hitting the winning runs.&nbsp; &nbsp;With this win, India completed the hat-trick of victories over their arch-rivals in this edition of the continental tournament.&nbsp; &nbsp;Check out the best social media reactions to India’s five-wicket win over Pakistan in the Asia Cup Final -

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">What a nerve-wracking game, truly befitting a final! India vs Pakistan, the stage doesn’t get any bigger than this and <a href="https://twitter.com/TilakV9?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@TilakV9</a> lit it up 🔥 Simply outstanding knock, holding the innings together under huge pressure and showing unbelievable maturity, then finishing it off with…&mdash; Yuvraj Singh (@YUVSTRONG12) <a href="https://twitter.com/YUVSTRONG12/status/1972393242256941285?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 28, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">In the end, INTENT always wins! 🇮🇳🇮🇳 <a href="https://t.co/fSSVfYa1ac">pic.twitter.com/fSSVfYa1ac</a>&mdash; Gautam Gambhir (@GautamGambhir) <a href="https://twitter.com/GautamGambhir/status/1972387249368318462?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 28, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳❤️ <a href="https://t.co/6OaaknFvhk">pic.twitter.com/6OaaknFvhk</a>&mdash; Tilak Varma (@TilakV9) <a href="https://twitter.com/TilakV9/status/1972377077111484529?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 28, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">A phenomenal victory. The fierce energy of our boys blew up the rivals again. Bharat is destined to win no matter which field.&mdash; Amit Shah (@AmitShah) <a href="https://twitter.com/AmitShah/status/1972380887951257805?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 28, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Congratulations to <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TeamIndia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TeamIndia</a> on lifting the Asia Cup 2025! A proud moment for Indian cricket as Team India showcases excellence, consistency, and character on the biggest stage. Kudos to the players and support staff for a stellar campaign. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDvPAK?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDvPAK</a>🇮🇳&mdash; Jay Shah (@JayShah) <a href="https://twitter.com/JayShah/status/1972380462564962403?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 28, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">𝗖. 𝗛. 𝗔. 𝗠. 𝗣. 𝗜. 𝗢. 𝗡. 𝗦 🏆 A dominant performance capped by an unbeaten campaign 💪 Congratulations to <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TeamIndia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TeamIndia</a> on winning <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AsiaCup2025?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AsiaCup2025</a> 🇮🇳 🥳 Scorecard ▶️ <a href="https://t.co/0VXKuKPkE2">https://t.co/0VXKuKPkE2</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Final?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Final</a> <a href="https://t.co/n9fYeHfByB">pic.twitter.com/n9fYeHfByB</a>&mdash; BCCI (@BCCI) <a href="https://twitter.com/BCCI/status/1972368654177313208?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 28, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Champions 🏆 🚀 💪🏻 <a href="https://t.co/qHeTP12cov">pic.twitter.com/qHeTP12cov</a>&mdash; Yuzvendra Chahal (@yuzi_chahal) <a href="https://twitter.com/yuzi_chahal/status/1972370451021353413?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 28, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Tilak on the forehead !!! Jai Hind 🇮🇳&mdash; Riteish Deshmukh (@Riteishd) <a href="https://twitter.com/Riteishd/status/1972368827586683321?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 28, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Wow !!! What a game. CONGRATULATIONS to Team India 🇮🇳 for winning the Asia Cup ! Thank you Tilak, Shivam &amp; Kuldeep for this thrilling victory ❤️ Ting ! <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/indvspak2025?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#indvspak2025</a>&mdash; Preity G Zinta (@realpreityzinta) <a href="https://twitter.com/realpreityzinta/status/1972372826117361805?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 28, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">We have always known he was a fine young player but this is the making of <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TilakVarma?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TilakVarma</a>. Under pressure, this is a great innings&mdash; Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) <a href="https://twitter.com/bhogleharsha/status/1972368830338084881?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 28, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Well done India on a great nite ..under pressure a much better team with the ball and then with the bat .. These young boys are brilliant .. <a href="https://twitter.com/BCCI?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@bcci</a>&mdash; Sourav Ganguly (@SGanguly99) <a href="https://twitter.com/SGanguly99/status/1972369238892625953?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 28, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The social media erupted in joy, with who's who of the cricket world taking to the internet to laud Tilak for his heroic knock of an unbeaten 69 off 53 balls.

Tilak Varma is the new Indian cricket hero, and why shouldn’t he be? His exploits against Pakistan in the nerve-racking 2025 Asia Cup final blew the internet away as India clinched their record ninth title. Tilak came to the crease when India had lost two key players in Abhishek Sharma and captain Suryakumar Yadav inside the first three overs. While Shubman Gill also departed soon after, leaving India in a tight spot in this run chase, how Tilak and the middle order bailed them out of trouble is inspiring. The social media erupted in joy, with who's who of the cricket world taking to the internet to laud Tilak for his heroic knock of an unbeaten 69 off 53 balls. Also read | IND vs PAK: Kuldeep Yadav creates history; surpasses SL legend for most Asia Cup wickets Besides Tilak, Sanju Samson and Shivam Dube played handy roles in helping India cut the deficit, with Rinku Singh, who came in for injured Hardik Pandya for the Asia Cup Final, hitting the winning runs. With this win, India completed the hat-trick of victories over their arch-rivals in this edition of the continental tournament. Check out the best social media reactions to India’s five-wicket win over Pakistan in the Asia Cup Final -

The social media erupted in joy, with who's who of the cricket world taking to the internet to laud Tilak for his heroic knock of an unbeaten 69 off 53 balls.

Asia Cup Final: Social media erupts in joy as Tilak Varma-inspired India beat Pakistan to clinch title

In the ongoing Asia Cup Final between India and Pakistan in Dubai, star spinner Kuldeep Yadav created history on Sunday (Sep 28) by becoming the highest wicket-taker in Asia Cup history. The Kanpur-based spinner needed just two wickets in the India-Pakistan final at Dubai International Stadium to pass Lasith Malinga’s record, and he did it in style by taking four wickets for 30 runs in his four overs. Kuldeep now has 17 wickets in seven Asia Cup T20I matches, and in ODIs, 19 in 11 games.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-pak-asia-cup-final-sahibzada-farhan-scripts-history-becomes-first-player-to-achieve-this-record-against-bumrah-1759073798745">IND vs PAK, Asia Cup Final: Sahibzada Farhan scripts history, becomes first player to achieve THIS record against Bumrah</a>&nbsp;Meanwhile, his first breakthrough of the match came in the 13th over when he removed Saim Ayub (14 off 11), caught by Jasprit Bumrah at point. In the 17th over, Kuldeep dismissed Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha (8), before accounting for Shaheen Shah Afridi, trapped lbw for a duck; on the last ball of the same over, he dismissed Faheem Ashraf on zero to complete three wickets in an over.<h2>Most wickets in Asia Cup (ODIs and T20Is)</h2>

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Player</td><td>Country</td><td>ODIs</td><td>ODI Wickets</td><td>T20Is</td><td>T20I Wickets</td><td>Total</td></tr><tr><td>Kuldeep Yadav*</td><td>India</td><td>11</td><td>19</td><td>7</td><td>17</td><td>36</td></tr><tr><td>Lasith Malinga</td><td>Sri Lanka</td><td>14</td><td>29</td><td>1</td><td>4</td><td>33</td></tr><tr><td>Muttiah Muralitharan</td><td>Sri Lanka</td><td>24</td><td>30</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>30</td></tr><tr><td>Ravindra Jadeja</td><td>India</td><td>20</td><td>25</td><td>6</td><td>4</td><td>29</td></tr><tr><td>Shakib Al Hasan</td><td>Bangladesh</td><td>18</td><td>22</td><td>7</td><td>6</td><td>28</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Kuldeep’s four-wicket haul against Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2025 Final also broke Irfan Pathan’s record of most wickets by an Indian in a single Asia Cup edition. Irfan took 14 wickets in 2004, while Kuldeep finished the 2025 Asia Cup with 17 wickets.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-pak-asia-cup-final-jasprit-bumrah-gives-a-fighter-jet-send-off-to-haris-rauf-watch-1759075865295">IND vs PAK, Asia Cup Final: Jasprit Bumrah gives a ‘fighter jet’ send off to Haris Rauf - WATCH</a><h2>Indian bowlers with most wickets in one edition of Asia Cup</h2>

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Player</td><td>Format</td><td>Year</td><td>Matches</td><td>Wickets</td><td>Best&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>Kuldeep Yadav*</td><td>T20I</td><td>2025</td><td>7</td><td>17</td><td>4/7</td></tr><tr><td>Irfan Pathan</td><td>ODI</td><td>2004</td><td>6</td><td>14</td><td>3/28</td></tr><tr><td>Sachin Tendulkar</td><td>ODI</td><td>2004</td><td>6</td><td>12</td><td>3/21</td></tr><tr><td>Bhuvneshwar Kumar</td><td>T20I</td><td>2022</td><td>5</td><td>11</td><td>5/4</td></tr><tr><td>Mohammed Siraj</td><td>ODI</td><td>2023</td><td>5</td><td>10</td><td>6/21</td></tr><tr><td>Kuldeep Yadav</td><td>ODI</td><td>2018</td><td>6</td><td>10</td><td>3/45</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

A total of 17 wickets in the 2025 Asia Cup also helped him equal Sri Lankan spinner Ajantha Mendis' record for 17 wickets in an Asia Cup edition.&nbsp;<h2>Bowlers with most wickets in one edition of Asia Cup</h2>

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Player</td><td>Country</td><td>Format</td><td>Year</td><td>Matches</td><td>Wickets</td><td>Best</td></tr><tr><td>Ajantha Mendis</td><td>Sri Lanka</td><td>ODI</td><td>2008</td><td>5</td><td>17</td><td>6/13</td></tr><tr><td>Kuldeep Yadav</td><td>India</td><td>T20I</td><td>2025</td><td>7</td><td>17</td><td>4/7</td></tr><tr><td>Irfan Pathan</td><td>India</td><td>ODI</td><td>2004</td><td>6</td><td>14</td><td>3/28</td></tr><tr><td>Sachin Tendulkar</td><td>India</td><td>ODI</td><td>2004</td><td>6</td><td>12</td><td>3/21</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Kuldeep’s four-wicket haul against Pakistan in Asia Cup 2025 final also broke Irfan Pathan’s record of most wickets by an Indian in a single Asia Cup edition. 

In the ongoing Asia Cup Final between India and Pakistan in Dubai, star spinner Kuldeep Yadav created history on Sunday (Sep 28) by becoming the highest wicket-taker in Asia Cup history. The Kanpur-based spinner needed just two wickets in the India-Pakistan final at Dubai International Stadium to pass Lasith Malinga’s record, and he did it in style by taking four wickets for 30 runs in his four overs. Kuldeep now has 17 wickets in seven Asia Cup T20I matches, and in ODIs, 19 in 11 games. Also Read - IND vs PAK, Asia Cup Final: Sahibzada Farhan scripts history, becomes first player to achieve THIS record against Bumrah Meanwhile, his first breakthrough of the match came in the 13th over when he removed Saim Ayub (14 off 11), caught by Jasprit Bumrah at point. In the 17th over, Kuldeep dismissed Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha (8), before accounting for Shaheen Shah Afridi, trapped lbw for a duck; on the last ball of the same over, he dismissed Faheem Ashraf on zero to complete three wickets in an over. Most wickets in Asia Cup (ODIs and T20Is)

Kuldeep’s four-wicket haul against Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2025 final also broke Irfan Pathan’s record for most wickets by an Indian in a single Asia Cup edition.&nbsp;

IND vs PAK: Kuldeep Yadav creates history; surpasses SL legend for most Asia Cup wickets

In the ongoing Asia Cup 2025 final between India and Pakistan in Dubai, Pakistan’s opener Sahibzada Farhan scripts history at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday (Sep 28). He became the first player in T20 International cricket to hit Jasprit Bumrah for three sixes. The aggressive opener hit two sixes off Bumrah in the Asia Cup Super Four match between India vs Pakistan, adding another one in the tournament's final.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-pak-asia-cup-final-jasprit-bumrah-gives-a-fighter-jet-send-off-to-haris-rauf-watch-1759075865295">IND vs PAK, Asia Cup Final: Jasprit Bumrah gives a ‘fighter jet’ send off to Haris Rauf - WATCH</a><h3>Players with the most sixes against Jasprit Bumrah</h3><ul><li>AB de Villiers (South Africa) - 8 sixes (IPL)</li><li>Virat Kohli (India) - 6 sixes (IPL)</li><li>JP Duminy (South Africa) - 6 sixes (IPL)</li><li>Cummins (Australia) - 5 sixes (IPL)</li><li>Andre Russell (West Indies) - 3 sixes (IPL)</li><li>MS Dhoni (India) - 2 sixes (IPL)</li><li>Sahibzada Farhan (Pakistan) - 3 sixes (T20Is)</li></ul><h2>India vs Pakistan, Asia Cup Final, Dubai</h2>India bowled out Pakistan for just 146 runs in the Asia Cup final on Sunday (Sep 28). For India, Kuldeep Yadav was the top performer, taking four wickets for 30 runs in his four overs. Varun Chakaravarthy (2/30), Axar Patel (2/26) and Jasprit Bumrah (2/25) also helped by taking key wickets.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/why-were-two-broadcasters-present-at-the-toss-during-ind-vs-pak-asia-cup-final-asia-cup-final-ravi-shastri-waqar-younis-1759069211345">Why were two broadcasters present at the toss during Ind vs Pak Asia Cup final?</a>&nbsp;Earlier in the match, Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav won the toss and chose to bowl first. Batting first, Pakistan got off to a strong start with openers Sahibzada Farhan (57 from 38 balls) and Fakhar Zaman (46 from 35 balls), who added 84 runs in less than 10 overs and gave Pakistan a solid platform.&nbsp;But things changed quickly when the Indian spinners, Varun, Kuldeep Yadav, and Axar Patel came to bowl and took quick wickets and slowed down Pakistan’s progress.&nbsp;

Pakistan's star opener Sahibzada Farhan delivered a blazing half-century to set the tone as the Men in Green got off to a brilliant start against India in the Asia Cup 2025 Final at Dubai on Sunday (Sep 28).

In the ongoing Asia Cup 2025 final between India and Pakistan in Dubai, Pakistan’s opener Sahibzada Farhan scripts history at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday (Sep 28). He became the first player in T20 International cricket to hit Jasprit Bumrah for three sixes. The aggressive opener hit two sixes off Bumrah in the Asia Cup Super Four match between India vs Pakistan, adding another one in the tournament's final. Also Read - IND vs PAK, Asia Cup Final: Jasprit Bumrah gives a ‘fighter jet’ send off to Haris Rauf - WATCH Players with the most sixes against Jasprit Bumrah AB de Villiers (South Africa) - 8 sixes (IPL) Virat Kohli (India) - 6 sixes (IPL) JP Duminy (South Africa) - 6 sixes (IPL) Cummins (Australia) - 5 sixes (IPL) Andre Russell (West Indies) - 3 sixes (IPL) MS Dhoni (India) - 2 sixes (IPL) Sahibzada Farhan (Pakistan) - 3 sixes (T20Is) India vs Pakistan, Asia Cup Final, Dubai India bowled out Pakistan for just 146 runs in the Asia Cup final on Sunday (Sep 28). For India, Kuldeep Yadav was the top performer, taking four wickets for 30 runs in his four overs. Varun Chakaravarthy (2/30), Axar Patel (2/26) and Jasprit Bumrah (2/25) also helped by taking key wickets. Also Read - Why were two broadcasters present at the toss during Ind vs Pak Asia Cup final? Earlier in the match, Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav won the toss and chose to bowl first. Batting first, Pakistan got off to a strong start with openers Sahibzada Farhan (57 from 38 balls) and Fakhar Zaman (46 from 35 balls), who added 84 runs in less than 10 overs and gave Pakistan a solid platform. But things changed quickly when the Indian spinners, Varun, Kuldeep Yadav, and Axar Patel came to bowl and took quick wickets and slowed down Pakistan’s progress.

Pakistani opener Sahibzada Farhan hit a blazing half-century to set the tone as the Men in Green got off to a brilliant start against India in the Asia Cup 2025 Final at Dubai on Sunday (Sep 28).

IND vs PAK, Asia Cup Final: Sahibzada Farhan scripts history, becomes first player to achieve THIS record against Bumrah

During the Asia Cup 2025 final between India and Pakistan in Dubai, Indian fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah gave a ‘fighter jet’ send-off to Haris Rauf after breaking his off stump on Sunday (Sep 28). Earlier during the Super Four match between the two teams, Rauf mocked Indian fans by making a controversial 'war-related' gesture, rekindling the tensions between the two countries.&nbsp;In the 18th over, Bumrah clean bowled Rauf off a searing Yorker; after which he gave the Pakistani seamer a taste of his own medicine. During this innings, Rauf had scored just six runs, including a lucky boundary off an edge earlier in the same over.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-pak-asia-cup-final-sahibzada-farhan-scripts-history-becomes-first-player-to-achieve-this-record-against-bumrah-1759073798745">IND vs PAK, Asia Cup Final: Sahibzada Farhan scripts history, becomes first player to achieve THIS record against Bumrah</a>&nbsp;WATCH -

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The matches between India and Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2025 have been marred by tensions and controversies due to the ongoing political issues between the two countries.It started when Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav and his team did not shake hands with the Pakistan players after their group stage match in Dubai earlier. In response, Pakistan complained to the ICC and considered withdrawing from the tournament, but ultimately decided to continue participating.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/why-were-two-broadcasters-present-at-the-toss-during-ind-vs-pak-asia-cup-final-asia-cup-final-ravi-shastri-waqar-younis-1759069211345">Why were two broadcasters present at the toss during Ind vs Pak Asia Cup final?</a>&nbsp;During the tournament final on September 28, both captains again chose not to shake hands at the toss. Besides, a unique arrangement unfolded at the toss, with two different broadcasters (from India and Pakistan) speaking to their respective captains. While the former India coach Ravi Shastri interviewed the Indian captain, ex-Pakistan skipper Waqar Younis spoke to Pakistan’s leader. The same setup is expected during the post-match presentation as well as per the reports.

In the 18th over of the Asia Cup 2025 final match, Bumrah clean bowled Rauf by hitting the off stump. After the wicket, Bumrah repeated the same hand gesture that Rauf had used earlier in the Super 4 stage.

During the Asia Cup 2025 final between India and Pakistan in Dubai, Indian fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah gave a ‘fighter jet’ send-off to Haris Rauf after breaking his off stump on Sunday (Sep 28). Earlier during the Super Four match between the two teams, Rauf mocked Indian fans by making a controversial 'war-related' gesture, rekindling the tensions between the two countries. In the 18th over, Bumrah clean bowled Rauf off a searing Yorker; after which he gave the Pakistani seamer a taste of his own medicine. During this innings, Rauf had scored just six runs, including a lucky boundary off an edge earlier in the same over. Also Read - IND vs PAK, Asia Cup Final: Sahibzada Farhan scripts history, becomes first player to achieve THIS record against Bumrah WATCH -

In the 18th over of the Asia Cup 2025 final, Bumrah clean bowled Rauf off a searing Yorker; after which he gave the Pakistani seamer a taste of his own medicine.&nbsp;

IND vs PAK, Asia Cup Final: Jasprit Bumrah gives a ‘fighter jet’ send off to Haris Rauf - WATCH

The cricket world witnessed a strange moment during the India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2025 final toss on Sunday (Sep 28) at the Dubai International cricket stadium, and it was not about the captains avoiding customary handshakes done in the group stage as well as Super Four. Instead, it was all about the broadcasters' arrangement for the summit clash.<h2>Why were two broadcasters present at the toss?</h2>The toss saw a unique arrangement: two different broadcasters were present, each speaking to one captain. Former India coach Ravi Shastri interviewed the Indian captain, while ex-Pakistan skipper Waqar Younis spoke to Pakistan’s leader. The same setup is expected during the post-match presentation as well as per a TOI report.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/asia-cup-2025-final-india-vs-pakistan-injured-hardik-pandya-misses-out-rinku-singh-gets-unlikely-nod-jasprit-bumrah-shivam-dube-arshdeep-singh-1759068451296">Asia Cup 2025 final: Injured Hardik Pandya misses out, Rinku Singh gets unlikely nod</a>&nbsp;The unusual twist comes at a time when Pakistan cricket is under scrutiny, not just for its performance but also for how it handles the media. Their team has often avoided Indian journalists, skipping press conferences and restricting questions.&nbsp;Controversy first appeared after India’s seven-wicket win in the group stage on Sep 14 when Pakistan’s captain skipped the mandatory post-match press conference, leaving coach Mike Hesson to answer questions instead.&nbsp;Ahead of their game against the UAE, skipper Salman Agha cancelled media interactions entirely. Even when he attended the press conference after the Super Four match against India, Indian journalists were denied questions as microphones were limited.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-melbourne-to-the-oval-five-memorable-india-pakistan-finals-ind-vs-pak-asia-cup-2025-final-abhishek-sharma-shaheen-shah-afridi-dubai-stadium-1759052727816">From Melbourne to The Oval: Five memorable India-Pakistan finals</a> In contrast, Indian players have openly answered tough questions. T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav, for example, spoke confidently about the handshake controversy, showcasing how players can face tricky topics without avoiding them.&nbsp;This two-broadcaster toss adds yet another unusual twist to one of cricket’s fiercest rivalries, making the final game even more exciting before the first ball is bowled.

The unusual twist comes at a time when Pakistan cricket is under scrutiny, not just for its performance but also for how it handles the media. Their team has often avoided Indian journalists, skipping press conferences and restricting questions.

The cricket world witnessed a strange moment during the India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2025 final toss on Sunday (Sep 28) at the Dubai International cricket stadium, and it was not about the captains avoiding customary handshakes done in the group stage as well as Super Four. Instead, it was all about the broadcasters' arrangement for the summit clash. Why were two broadcasters present at the toss? The toss saw a unique arrangement: two different broadcasters were present, each speaking to one captain. Former India coach Ravi Shastri interviewed the Indian captain, while ex-Pakistan skipper Waqar Younis spoke to Pakistan’s leader. The same setup is expected during the post-match presentation as well as per a TOI report. Also read | Asia Cup 2025 final: Injured Hardik Pandya misses out, Rinku Singh gets unlikely nod The unusual twist comes at a time when Pakistan cricket is under scrutiny, not just for its performance but also for how it handles the media. Their team has often avoided Indian journalists, skipping press conferences and restricting questions. Controversy first appeared after India’s seven-wicket win in the group stage on Sep 14 when Pakistan’s captain skipped the mandatory post-match press conference, leaving coach Mike Hesson to answer questions instead. Ahead of their game against the UAE, skipper Salman Agha cancelled media interactions entirely. Even when he attended the press conference after the Super Four match against India, Indian journalists were denied questions as microphones were limited. Also read | From Melbourne to The Oval: Five memorable India-Pakistan finals In contrast, Indian players have openly answered tough questions. T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav, for example, spoke confidently about the handshake controversy, showcasing how players can face tricky topics without avoiding them. This two-broadcaster toss adds yet another unusual twist to one of cricket’s fiercest rivalries, making the final game even more exciting before the first ball is bowled.

The unusual twist comes at a time when Pakistan cricket is under scrutiny, not just for its performance but also for how it handles the media. Their team has often avoided Indian journalists, skipping press conferences and restricting questions.

Why were two broadcasters present at the toss during Ind vs Pak Asia Cup final?

Team India made two significant changes to their side as they took guard in the final of the Asia Cup 2025 on Sunday (Sep 28) against Pakistan. In what is a first final between the two arch-rivals in Asia Cup, India opted to field Rinku Singh and Shivam Dube in the final as Hardik Pandya missed out due to injury at the Dubai International Stadium. The toss was won by Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav as he decided to bowl first in the summit clash.<h2>Hardik Pandya misses out on final</h2>Having complained of a hamstring issue, Hardik was facing a race against time to be fit for the final. However, he could not make the matchday squad and missed out on playing in the final. The all-rounder has been a key influencer for the side in recent years, but his miss will come as a huge blow for India. He was replaced by Rinku Singh, who will play in the No.6 spot, while Shivam Dube was the other change in the middle order as an all-rounder option.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/5-players-with-most-runs-in-women-s-odi-world-cup-history-debbie-hockley-mithali-raj-janette-brittin-charlotte-edwards-suzie-bates-1757606297874">From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history</a>&nbsp;India also brought back Jasprit Bumrah into the Playing XI as Arshdeep Singh missed out for the Men in Blue. India are the hot favourites to win the Asia Cup 2025, having already beaten Pakistan twice in the initial phase. India beat Pakistan by seven wickets in the Group Stage meeting, while a six-wicket win was registered in the Super Four stage.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-women-s-odi-world-cup-2025-all-you-need-to-know-about-indian-women-s-team-schedule-squad-fixtures-and-more-1758556378933">Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more</a><h2>Asia Cup 2025, Ind vs Pak final Playing XI</h2>Pakistan&nbsp;(Playing XI): Sahibzada Farhan, Fakhar Zaman, Saim Ayub, Salman Agha(c), Hussain Talat, Mohammad Haris(w), Mohammad Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf, Abrar Ahmed&nbsp;India&nbsp;(Playing XI): Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav(c), Tilak Varma, Sanju Samson(w), Shivam Dube, Rinku Singh, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Varun Chakaravarthy

In what is a first final between the two arch-rivals in Asia Cup, India opted to field Rinku Singh and Shivam Dube in the final as Hardik Pandya missed out due to injury at the Dubai International Stadium.

Team India made two significant changes to their side as they took guard in the final of the Asia Cup 2025 on Sunday (Sep 28) against Pakistan. In what is a first final between the two arch-rivals in Asia Cup, India opted to field Rinku Singh and Shivam Dube in the final as Hardik Pandya missed out due to injury at the Dubai International Stadium. The toss was won by Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav as he decided to bowl first in the summit clash. Hardik Pandya misses out on final Having complained of a hamstring issue, Hardik was facing a race against time to be fit for the final. However, he could not make the matchday squad and missed out on playing in the final. The all-rounder has been a key influencer for the side in recent years, but his miss will come as a huge blow for India. He was replaced by Rinku Singh, who will play in the No.6 spot, while Shivam Dube was the other change in the middle order as an all-rounder option. ALSO READ | From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history India also brought back Jasprit Bumrah into the Playing XI as Arshdeep Singh missed out for the Men in Blue. India are the hot favourites to win the Asia Cup 2025, having already beaten Pakistan twice in the initial phase. India beat Pakistan by seven wickets in the Group Stage meeting, while a six-wicket win was registered in the Super Four stage. ALSO READ | Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more Asia Cup 2025, Ind vs Pak final Playing XI Pakistan (Playing XI): Sahibzada Farhan, Fakhar Zaman, Saim Ayub, Salman Agha(c), Hussain Talat, Mohammad Haris(w), Mohammad Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf, Abrar Ahmed India (Playing XI): Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav(c), Tilak Varma, Sanju Samson(w), Shivam Dube, Rinku Singh, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Varun Chakaravarthy

In what is a first final between the two arch-rivals in Asia Cup, India opted to field Rinku Singh and Shivam Dube in the final as Hardik Pandya missed out due to injury at the Dubai International Stadium.

Asia Cup 2025 final: Injured Hardik Pandya misses out, Rinku Singh gets unlikely nod

Sheetal Devi has etched her name in golden letters in Indian para-archery history after clinching the women’s compound individual gold at the Para World Archery Championships on Saturday (Sep 27) in Gwangju, South Korea. The 18-year-old armless archer from Jammu and Kashmir defeated world No.1 Oznur Cure Girdi of Turkiye to become the first Indian to achieve this historic feat. Sheetal, who shoots using her feet and chin, defeated Oznur Cure Girdi with the scoreline of 146-143 in a thrilling final. With this, she not only claimed her first individual gold but also completed a memorable run at the tournament, finishing with three medals.<h2>Sheetal wins three medals for India</h2>Earlier, she had won bronze in the mixed compound team event with Toman Kumar, where the Indian duo edged Great Britain’s Jodie Grinham and Nathan MacQueen by 152-149. In the women’s compound open team final, Sheetal and Sarita clinched silver after a narrow 148-152 loss to Turkey.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/asia-cup-2025-final-is-captaincy-affecting-suryakumar-yadavs-batting-form-suryakumar-yadav-asia-cup-2025-india-vs-pakistan-final-1759045529252">Asia Cup 2025, Ind vs Pak Final: Is captaincy affecting Suryakumar Yadav’s batting form?</a><h2>Yuvraj Singh lauds Sheetal Devi</h2>Former Indian cricketer and 2011 ODI WC ‘Player of the Series’ winner Yuvraj Singh, in an X post, wrote, “Many congratulations, Sheetal, on inspiring a nation and showing the world that nothing is stronger than an unbreakable spirit! Born without arms and told that archery was impossible, 18-year-old Sheetal Devi trained through pain and doubt to master her craft. Today, she stands as India's first woman Para World Archery Champion, showing that courage and belief can break every barrier. Her story is a living reminder that no dream is too distant and no obstacle too great when you refuse to give up.”

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Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-melbourne-to-the-oval-five-memorable-india-pakistan-finals-ind-vs-pak-asia-cup-2025-final-abhishek-sharma-shaheen-shah-afridi-dubai-stadium-1759052727816">From Melbourne to The Oval: Five memorable India-Pakistan finals</a><h2>Nail-biting Gold medal match</h2>&nbsp;The gold medal match against Girdi was a rematch of the 2023 Pilsen World Championships, where the Turkish archer had narrowly beaten Sheetal 140-138. This time, the Indian teenager returned favours,&nbsp;The contest was a cut-throat battle as both archers tied the first end at 29-29, but Sheetal shot three perfect 10s in the second end to take a 30-27 lead. The third end was again tied at 29 each, before Sheetal managed to hold a slim advantage. A minor dip in the fourth end brought her score to 28, but she still carried a two-point lead at 116-114.&nbsp;What sealed her gold medal was the fifth and final end. Under pressure, Sheetal produced an incredible 30 with three perfect arrows, holding her nerves against the world's best para-archer.

Sheetal Devi, the armless archer from Jammu and Kashmir defeated world No.1 Oznur Cure Girdi of Turkiye to become the first Indian to win gold at ‘World Para-Archery’ championship.

Sheetal Devi has etched her name in golden letters in Indian para-archery history after clinching the women’s compound individual gold at the Para World Archery Championships on Saturday (Sep 27) in Gwangju, South Korea. The 18-year-old armless archer from Jammu and Kashmir defeated world No.1 Oznur Cure Girdi of Turkiye to become the first Indian to achieve this historic feat. Sheetal, who shoots using her feet and chin, defeated Oznur Cure Girdi with the scoreline of 146-143 in a thrilling final. With this, she not only claimed her first individual gold but also completed a memorable run at the tournament, finishing with three medals. Sheetal wins three medals for India Earlier, she had won bronze in the mixed compound team event with Toman Kumar, where the Indian duo edged Great Britain’s Jodie Grinham and Nathan MacQueen by 152-149. In the women’s compound open team final, Sheetal and Sarita clinched silver after a narrow 148-152 loss to Turkey. Also read | Asia Cup 2025, Ind vs Pak Final: Is captaincy affecting Suryakumar Yadav’s batting form? Yuvraj Singh lauds Sheetal Devi Former Indian cricketer and 2011 ODI WC ‘Player of the Series’ winner Yuvraj Singh, in an X post, wrote, “Many congratulations, Sheetal, on inspiring a nation and showing the world that nothing is stronger than an unbreakable spirit! Born without arms and told that archery was impossible, 18-year-old Sheetal Devi trained through pain and doubt to master her craft. Today, she stands as India's first woman Para World Archery Champion, showing that courage and belief can break every barrier. Her story is a living reminder that no dream is too distant and no obstacle too great when you refuse to give up.”

Sheetal Devi, the armless archer from Jammu and Kashmir defeated world No.1 Oznur Cure Girdi of Turkiye to become the first Indian to win gold at ‘World Para-Archery’ championship.

Meet 18-year-old armless archer Sheetal Devi, who won gold medal at Para World Archery Championships

Former Delhi cricketer Mithun Manhas was appointed as the new president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) during the Annual General Meeting on Sunday (Sep 28), in Mumbai. He takes over from Roger Binny, who resigned after reaching the mandatory retirement age. Manhas is making history as the first person from Jammu and Kashmir to become the head of the BCCI since it was founded in 1928.&nbsp;The 45-year-old former cricketer is now the 37th president of the BCCI. Before this, he served as the Director of Cricket for the Jammu and Kashmir Cricket Association. Manhas was nominated after a meeting of the board’s key members in New Delhi earlier this month, where he emerged as the top candidate to lead Indian cricket.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-apollo-tyres-replaces-dream11-as-team-india-s-new-shirt-sponsor-to-pay-this-whopping-amount-per-match-1758016414976">Apollo Tyres replaces Dream11 as Team India's new jersey sponsor, to pay THIS whopping amount per match</a><h2>But who exactly is Mithun Manhas?</h2>Born in an era dominated by Indian cricket legends like Rahul Dravid, Sachin Tendulkar, and Sourav Ganguly, Manhas never got a chance to play for the Indian national team. However, he was a strong and reliable middle-order batter for Delhi from 1998 onwards.&nbsp;He often captained Delhi when star players like Virender Sehwag and Gautam Gambhir were busy with international matches. Under his leadership, Delhi won the Ranji Trophy in the 2007-08 season, ending a long wait for the title.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/bcci-files-complaint-against-pak-cricketers-haris-rauf-sahibzada-farhan-for-gun-and-airplane-gestures-in-india-vs-pak-match-1758773601922">BCCI files complaint against Pak cricketers Haris Rauf, Sahibzada Farhan for 'gun and airplane' gestures in Super 4 match vs India</a>&nbsp;Over his career, Manhas played 157 First-Class matches, scoring 9,714 runs with 27 centuries. He also played 130 List A matches and featured in 55 IPL games.&nbsp;In the IPL, Manhas played 44 matches for Chennai Super Kings (CSK), scoring 439 runs with a batting average of 21.95 and a strike rate of 107.60.

Mithun Manhas is now the 37th president of the BCCI. Before this, he served as the Director of Cricket for the Jammu and Kashmir Cricket Association.

Former Delhi cricketer Mithun Manhas was appointed as the new president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) during the Annual General Meeting on Sunday (Sep 28), in Mumbai. He takes over from Roger Binny, who resigned after reaching the mandatory retirement age. Manhas is making history as the first person from Jammu and Kashmir to become the head of the BCCI since it was founded in 1928. The 45-year-old former cricketer is now the 37th president of the BCCI. Before this, he served as the Director of Cricket for the Jammu and Kashmir Cricket Association. Manhas was nominated after a meeting of the board’s key members in New Delhi earlier this month, where he emerged as the top candidate to lead Indian cricket. Also read | Apollo Tyres replaces Dream11 as Team India's new jersey sponsor, to pay THIS whopping amount per match But who exactly is Mithun Manhas? Born in an era dominated by Indian cricket legends like Rahul Dravid, Sachin Tendulkar, and Sourav Ganguly, Manhas never got a chance to play for the Indian national team. However, he was a strong and reliable middle-order batter for Delhi from 1998 onwards. He often captained Delhi when star players like Virender Sehwag and Gautam Gambhir were busy with international matches. Under his leadership, Delhi won the Ranji Trophy in the 2007-08 season, ending a long wait for the title. Also read | BCCI files complaint against Pak cricketers Haris Rauf, Sahibzada Farhan for 'gun and airplane' gestures in Super 4 match vs India Over his career, Manhas played 157 First-Class matches, scoring 9,714 runs with 27 centuries. He also played 130 List A matches and featured in 55 IPL games. In the IPL, Manhas played 44 matches for Chennai Super Kings (CSK), scoring 439 runs with a batting average of 21.95 and a strike rate of 107.60.

Mithun Manhas is now the 37th president of the BCCI. Before this, he served as the Director of Cricket for the Jammu and Kashmir Cricket Association.

Who is Mithun Manhas? The newly elected president of BCCI

Archer to Suryakumar, SIX runs! We all remember the first ball the current Indian T20I skipper faced in international cricket. It was against England’s fast bowler Jofra Archer at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Surya smashed a short ball on the leg stump over fine leg, a shot he played so naturally it looked like a childhood dream come true. That memorable moment was on 18 Mar 2021, in the second T20I against England, where Suryakumar went on to score his maiden fifty.&nbsp;From that exciting start, Surya quickly established himself as a key player in the Indian T20I setup. Fast forward to 2025, and he has transformed from a promising youngster into a senior player and now the captain of the Indian T20I side. In 89 T20I matches so far, the 35-year-old has scored 2,669 runs, including four centuries and 21 fifties, with an impressive strike rate of 164. His ability to score quickly and consistently has made him a vital part of India’s batting lineup.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/asia-cup-2025-final-who-will-win-between-india-vs-pakistan-match-prediction-and-five-key-players-to-watch-out-for-abhishek-sharma-kuldeep-yadav-1759040888433">Asia Cup 2025, Final: Who will win between India vs Pakistan? Match prediction and five key players to watch out for</a>&nbsp;However, the captaincy has brought new challenges. Since taking over the leadership role, Surya’s batting form has dipped noticeably. His last fifty came 15 innings ago, in a match against Bangladesh in 2024. Over 28 games as captain, he has only managed four fifties.&nbsp;The pressure of leading the team seems to have affected his performance. Looking at the stats and numbers, the difference is evident.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/those-who-live-in-glass-houses-shouldnt-throw-stones-indias-message-to-pakistan-on-refusing-handshakes-explained-1758611461000">'Those who live in glass houses shouldn’t throw stones': India’s message to Pakistan on refusing handsh</a>akes explained &nbsp;As captain, Surya has played 26 innings, scoring 629 runs at an average of 26.20 with a strike rate of 154.16. When not leading the side, he has scored 2,040 runs in 58 innings at a much higher average of 43.40 and a strike rate of 168.17. This drop suggests the added responsibility of captaincy has taken a toll on his batting.&nbsp;As India and Pakistan prepare to meet for the first-ever Asia Cup final, all eyes will be on Suryakumar Yadav. Fans and experts will watch closely to see if he can rise to the occasion and deliver a captain’s knock on this historic occasion.<h2>Suryakumar Yadav in T20Is</h2>

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Sr.No</td><td>As a &nbsp;Captain</td><td>As a Player</td></tr><tr><td>Innings</td><td>26</td><td>58</td></tr><tr><td>Runs</td><td>629</td><td>2040</td></tr><tr><td>Average</td><td>26.20</td><td>43.40</td></tr><tr><td>Strike Rate</td><td>154.16</td><td>168.17</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Since taking over the leadership role, Suryakumar Yadav's batting form has dipped noticeably. His last fifty came 15 innings ago, in a match against Bangladesh in 2024. Over 28 games as captain, he has only managed four fifties.

Archer to Suryakumar, SIX runs! We all remember the first ball the current Indian T20I skipper faced in international cricket. It was against England’s fast bowler Jofra Archer at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Surya smashed a short ball on the leg stump over fine leg, a shot he played so naturally it looked like a childhood dream come true. That memorable moment was on 18 Mar 2021, in the second T20I against England, where Suryakumar went on to score his maiden fifty. From that exciting start, Surya quickly established himself as a key player in the Indian T20I setup. Fast forward to 2025, and he has transformed from a promising youngster into a senior player and now the captain of the Indian T20I side. In 89 T20I matches so far, the 35-year-old has scored 2,669 runs, including four centuries and 21 fifties, with an impressive strike rate of 164. His ability to score quickly and consistently has made him a vital part of India’s batting lineup. Also read | Asia Cup 2025, Final: Who will win between India vs Pakistan? Match prediction and five key players to watch out for However, the captaincy has brought new challenges. Since taking over the leadership role, Surya’s batting form has dipped noticeably. His last fifty came 15 innings ago, in a match against Bangladesh in 2024. Over 28 games as captain, he has only managed four fifties. The pressure of leading the team seems to have affected his performance. Looking at the stats and numbers, the difference is evident. Also read | 'Those who live in glass houses shouldn’t throw stones': India’s message to Pakistan on refusing handshakes explained As captain, Surya has played 26 innings, scoring 629 runs at an average of 26.20 with a strike rate of 154.16. When not leading the side, he has scored 2,040 runs in 58 innings at a much higher average of 43.40 and a strike rate of 168.17. This drop suggests the added responsibility of captaincy has taken a toll on his batting. As India and Pakistan prepare to meet for the first-ever Asia Cup final, all eyes will be on Suryakumar Yadav. Fans and experts will watch closely to see if he can rise to the occasion and deliver a captain’s knock on this historic occasion. Suryakumar Yadav in T20Is

Since taking over the leadership role, Suryakumar Yadav's batting form has dipped noticeably. His last fifty came 15 innings ago, in a match against Bangladesh in 2024. Over 28 games as captain, he has only managed four fifties.

Asia Cup 2025, Ind vs Pak Final: Is captaincy affecting Suryakumar Yadav’s batting form?

Former Delhi cricketer Mithun Manhas has officially succeeded Roger Binny as the new president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) in the Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Sunday (Sep 28). Manhas, who played for Delhi and Kashmir in the domestic circuit and also enjoyed a stint at Virat Kohli Royal Challengers Benglauru (RCB) in the IPL as coach, will become the 38th president of the BCCI. On the other hand, Rajiv Shukla was retained as the vice-president, with the majority of other officials also retaining their posts.<h2>Mithun Manhas takes over</h2>A popular name in Indian domestic cricket, Manhas represents the North Block of the BCCI after Binny was forced to retire due to the mandatory age-limited policy of the board. The post became vacant in July, which was since overseen by Rajiv Shukla. The post, which is primarily reserved for former cricketers, saw Manhas take over the charge while Shukla retained his vice-president office.&nbsp;Manhas had the backing of India’s top brass of cricketing officials, thus making a stronger claim for the post. There seemed to be no opposition to Manhas’s nomination while he represented the Jammu and Kashmir cricket body after working as its Director of Cricket.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-women-s-odi-world-cup-2025-all-you-need-to-know-about-indian-women-s-team-schedule-squad-fixtures-and-more-1758556378933">Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more</a><h2>Who is Mithun Manhas?</h2>While the 45-year-old played the majority of his cricket in Delhi, Manhas was born in Jammu and Kashmir on 12 Oct 1979 and later returned to his native place playing domestic cricket. Manhas played 157 matches and scored 9,714 runs at an average of just under 46, with 27 centuries and 49 fifties for Delhi and Jammu and Kashmir. He batted right-handed and occasionally bowled off-spin.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/5-players-with-most-runs-in-women-s-odi-world-cup-history-debbie-hockley-mithali-raj-janette-brittin-charlotte-edwards-suzie-bates-1757606297874">From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history</a>&nbsp;As expected, Devajit Saikia was reelected as the secretary of the board, having previously succeeded Jay Shah in the capacity, while Prabhtej Singh Bhatia assumed the role of joint-secretary. Financial stewardship will be led by A Raghuram Bhat as treasurer, ensuring the board’s resources are managed efficiently and transparently.

Mithun Manhas, who played for Delhi and Kashmir in the domestic circuit and also enjoyed a stint at Virat Kohli Royal Challengers Benglauru (RCB) in the IPL as coach, will become the 38th president of the BCCI. 

Former Delhi cricketer Mithun Manhas has officially succeeded Roger Binny as the new president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) in the Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Sunday (Sep 28). Manhas, who played for Delhi and Kashmir in the domestic circuit and also enjoyed a stint at Virat Kohli Royal Challengers Benglauru (RCB) in the IPL as coach, will become the 38th president of the BCCI. On the other hand, Rajiv Shukla was retained as the vice-president, with the majority of other officials also retaining their posts. Mithun Manhas takes over A popular name in Indian domestic cricket, Manhas represents the North Block of the BCCI after Binny was forced to retire due to the mandatory age-limited policy of the board. The post became vacant in July, which was since overseen by Rajiv Shukla. The post, which is primarily reserved for former cricketers, saw Manhas take over the charge while Shukla retained his vice-president office. Manhas had the backing of India’s top brass of cricketing officials, thus making a stronger claim for the post. There seemed to be no opposition to Manhas’s nomination while he represented the Jammu and Kashmir cricket body after working as its Director of Cricket. ALSO READ | Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more Who is Mithun Manhas? While the 45-year-old played the majority of his cricket in Delhi, Manhas was born in Jammu and Kashmir on 12 Oct 1979 and later returned to his native place playing domestic cricket. Manhas played 157 matches and scored 9,714 runs at an average of just under 46, with 27 centuries and 49 fifties for Delhi and Jammu and Kashmir. He batted right-handed and occasionally bowled off-spin. ALSO READ | From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history As expected, Devajit Saikia was reelected as the secretary of the board, having previously succeeded Jay Shah in the capacity, while Prabhtej Singh Bhatia assumed the role of joint-secretary. Financial stewardship will be led by A Raghuram Bhat as treasurer, ensuring the board’s resources are managed efficiently and transparently.

Mithun Manhas, who played for Delhi and Kashmir in the domestic circuit and also enjoyed a stint at Virat Kohli Royal Challengers Benglauru (RCB) in the IPL as coach, will become the 38th president of the BCCI.&nbsp;

Ex-Delhi cricketer Mithun Manhas succeeds Roger Binny as new BCCI President; Rajiv Shukla retains VP post

Just four days after participating in the Asia Cup 2025 final, the Indian cricket team will be back in action as they take on the West Indies in a two-match Test series. This will be the first time in over a decade that India will play a home Test series without Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma after they announced their red-ball retirement in May. With Shubman Gill ready to lead the Indian side and points on line in the World Test Championship (WTC) cycle, it will be an important series for both India and the West Indies. So ahead of the all-important series, here is all you need to know, including schedule, live streaming, squads and other key details.<h2>When will the India vs West Indies Test series start?</h2>The India vs West Indies Test series will start on Oct 2 as the hosts take on West Indies at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.<h2>Will the India vs West Indies Test series be part of the World Test Championship (WTC) cycle?</h2>Yes, the India vs West Indies series will be part of the World Test Championship (WTC) cycle as both teams look to capitalize.&nbsp;<h2>Which channel will broadcast the India vs West Indies Test series in India?</h2>The India vs West Indies Test series will be broadcasted on the Star Sports Network in India.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-women-s-odi-world-cup-2025-all-you-need-to-know-about-indian-women-s-team-schedule-squad-fixtures-and-more-1758556378933">Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more</a><h2>Which platform will live-stream the India vs West Indies Test series in India?</h2>The India vs West Indies Test series will be live-streamed on the JioHotstar app in India.<h2>India vs West Indies Test series schedule</h2>1st Test: 2-6 October 2025, Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad2nd Test: 10-14 October 2025, Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/5-players-with-most-runs-in-women-s-odi-world-cup-history-debbie-hockley-mithali-raj-janette-brittin-charlotte-edwards-suzie-bates-1757606297874">From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history</a><h2>India vs West Indies squads</h2>India: Shubman Gill (C), Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Sai Sudharsan, Devdutt Padikkal, Dhruv Jurel (WK), Ravindra Jadeja (VC), Washington Sundar, Jasprit Bumrah, Axar Patel, Nitish Kumar Reddy, N. Jagadeesan (WK), Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Kuldeep Yadav.&nbsp;West Indies: John Campbell, Tagenarine Chanderpaul, Alick Athanaze, Brandon King, Roston Chase(c), Shai Hope(w), Justin Greaves, Khary Pierre, Johann Layne, Anderson Phillip, Jayden Seales, Jomel Warrican, Jediah Blades, Kevlon Anderson, Tevin Imlach

With Shubman Gill ready to lead the Indian side and points on line in the WTC cycle, it will be an important series for both India and the West Indies. So ahead of the all-important series, here is all you need to know, including schedule, live streaming, squads and other key details.

Just four days after participating in the Asia Cup 2025 final, the Indian cricket team will be back in action as they take on the West Indies in a two-match Test series. This will be the first time in over a decade that India will play a home Test series without Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma after they announced their red-ball retirement in May. With Shubman Gill ready to lead the Indian side and points on line in the World Test Championship (WTC) cycle, it will be an important series for both India and the West Indies. So ahead of the all-important series, here is all you need to know, including schedule, live streaming, squads and other key details. When will the India vs West Indies Test series start? The India vs West Indies Test series will start on Oct 2 as the hosts take on West Indies at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Will the India vs West Indies Test series be part of the World Test Championship (WTC) cycle? Yes, the India vs West Indies series will be part of the World Test Championship (WTC) cycle as both teams look to capitalize. Which channel will broadcast the India vs West Indies Test series in India? The India vs West Indies Test series will be broadcasted on the Star Sports Network in India. ALSO READ | Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more Which platform will live-stream the India vs West Indies Test series in India? The India vs West Indies Test series will be live-streamed on the JioHotstar app in India. India vs West Indies Test series schedule 1st Test: 2-6 October 2025, Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad 2nd Test: 10-14 October 2025, Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi ALSO READ | From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history India vs West Indies squads India: Shubman Gill (C), Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Sai Sudharsan, Devdutt Padikkal, Dhruv Jurel (WK), Ravindra Jadeja (VC), Washington Sundar, Jasprit Bumrah, Axar Patel, Nitish Kumar Reddy, N. Jagadeesan (WK), Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Kuldeep Yadav. West Indies: John Campbell, Tagenarine Chanderpaul, Alick Athanaze, Brandon King, Roston Chase(c), Shai Hope(w), Justin Greaves, Khary Pierre, Johann Layne, Anderson Phillip, Jayden Seales, Jomel Warrican, Jediah Blades, Kevlon Anderson, Tevin Imlach

With Shubman Gill ready to lead the Indian side and points on line in the WTC cycle, it will be an important series for both India and the West Indies. So ahead of the all-important series, here is all you need to know, including schedule, live streaming, squads and other key details.

IND vs WI, Test Series: All you need to know - squads, live streaming, schedule and other details

India and Pakistan will clash in the Asia Cup 2025 final at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday (Sep 28). India come into the match on a six-match winning streak, displaying clinical and consistent performances throughout the tournament. In contrast, Pakistan had a poor start but have gained momentum with hard-fought victories over Bangladesh and Sri Lanka. Notably, this will be the first time India and Pakistan face each other in the final of the Asia Cup. As this crucial clash approaches, here are the key details you need to know.&nbsp;<h3>Five key players to watch in the IND vs PAK Asia Cup Final match</h3><h2>Kuldeep Yadav (India)</h2>Kuldeep Yadav has been outstanding in the 2025 Asia Cup so far. He was named Player of the Match in India’s first two matches. The left-arm spinner has already picked 13 wickets in six matches at an incredible economy of 6.04. He could once again be the key bowler for India on Sunday (Sep 28).&nbsp;Also read |<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/asia-cup-2025-final-will-india-accept-trophy-from-pakistans-naqvi-if-they-win-1758978210055"> Asia Cup 2025 Final: Will India accept trophy from Pakistan’s Mohsin Naqvi if they win?</a><h2>Fakhar Zaman (Pakistan)</h2>The attacking opener from Pakistan has built a reputation as a big-hitter of the ball. He has scored 2194 runs in 105 T20Is at a strike rate of 132.32. Zaman’s aggressive starts can put India under pressure early.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/asia-cup-2025-final-ind-vs-pak-head-to-head-ground-stats-pitch-conditions-and-more-1759038276991">Asia Cup 2025 Final, IND vs PAK: Head-to-head, ground stats, pitch conditions and more</a><h2>Abhishek Sharma (India)</h2>Star Indian opener, Abhishek Sharma, can play a big role with his bat in the upcoming Asia Cup Final match on Sunday, (Sep 28). He has 844 runs in 23 T20Is at a strike rate of 197.65. If he manages to get a good start again, he will aim to build a big score against Pakistan.<h2>Sahibzada Farhan (Pakistan)</h2>Star Pakistani middle-order batter, Sahibzada Farhan, can play a big role with his bat in the upcoming match against India. He has 452 runs in 23 T20Is at a strike rate of 120.53.<h2>Jasprit Bumrah (India)</h2>The experienced Indian right-arm pacer is vital for his team in the powerplay as well as death overs with his deadly yorkers. In 72 T20Is, he has picked up 92 wickets at an average of 17.67 and an economy of 6.29.<h2>Asia Cup 2025: IND vs PAK match prediction</h2>India appear stronger on paper and hold the psychological edge, having already beaten Pakistan twice in this tournament. However, Pakistan will be eager for revenge, especially with the confidence of having won two out of their three T20Is against India at the Dubai International Stadium. With high stakes and intense rivalry, a competitive clash is expected, and it could very well go down to the final over, with India likely to edge out Pakistan in a thrilling finish.

This will be the first time India and Pakistan face each other in the final of the Asia Cup. As this crucial clash approaches, here are the key details you need to know.

India and Pakistan will clash in the Asia Cup 2025 final at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday (Sep 28). India come into the match on a six-match winning streak, displaying clinical and consistent performances throughout the tournament. In contrast, Pakistan had a poor start but have gained momentum with hard-fought victories over Bangladesh and Sri Lanka. Notably, this will be the first time India and Pakistan face each other in the final of the Asia Cup. As this crucial clash approaches, here are the key details you need to know. Five key players to watch in the IND vs PAK Asia Cup Final match Kuldeep Yadav (India) Kuldeep Yadav has been outstanding in the 2025 Asia Cup so far. He was named Player of the Match in India’s first two matches. The left-arm spinner has already picked 13 wickets in six matches at an incredible economy of 6.04. He could once again be the key bowler for India on Sunday (Sep 28). Also read | Asia Cup 2025 Final: Will India accept trophy from Pakistan’s Mohsin Naqvi if they win? Fakhar Zaman (Pakistan) The attacking opener from Pakistan has built a reputation as a big-hitter of the ball. He has scored 2194 runs in 105 T20Is at a strike rate of 132.32. Zaman’s aggressive starts can put India under pressure early. Also read | Asia Cup 2025 Final, IND vs PAK: Head-to-head, ground stats, pitch conditions and more Abhishek Sharma (India) Star Indian opener, Abhishek Sharma, can play a big role with his bat in the upcoming Asia Cup Final match on Sunday, (Sep 28). He has 844 runs in 23 T20Is at a strike rate of 197.65. If he manages to get a good start again, he will aim to build a big score against Pakistan. Sahibzada Farhan (Pakistan) Star Pakistani middle-order batter, Sahibzada Farhan, can play a big role with his bat in the upcoming match against India. He has 452 runs in 23 T20Is at a strike rate of 120.53. Jasprit Bumrah (India) The experienced Indian right-arm pacer is vital for his team in the powerplay as well as death overs with his deadly yorkers. In 72 T20Is, he has picked up 92 wickets at an average of 17.67 and an economy of 6.29. Asia Cup 2025: IND vs PAK match prediction India appear stronger on paper and hold the psychological edge, having already beaten Pakistan twice in this tournament. However, Pakistan will be eager for revenge, especially with the confidence of having won two out of their three T20Is against India at the Dubai International Stadium. With high stakes and intense rivalry, a competitive clash is expected, and it could very well go down to the final over, with India likely to edge out Pakistan in a thrilling finish.

This will be the first time India and Pakistan face each other in the final of the Asia Cup. As this crucial clash approaches, here are the key details you need to know.

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Son Heung-min scored two goals and Denis Bouanga added another as Los Angeles FC beat St. Louis City 3-0 on Saturday for a fourth straight Major League Soccer victory.Bouanga's 23rd goal of the season puts him one behind Inter Miami's Argentine superstar Lionel Messi atop the MLS scoring charts. Messi has 24 goals in 23 games, but he came up empty as Miami were held to a 1-1 draw with Toronto.&nbsp;South Korea star Son, the former Tottenham captain who signed with LAFC in August for a reported MLS record $26 million, has eight goals in eight MLS games, quickly settling in with Bouanga to build a formidable attack.&nbsp;Gabon international Bouanga seized upon a St. Louis miscue and buried a shot from outside the area to give LAFC a 1-0 lead in the 15th minute, marking his fifth straight game with at least one goal.&nbsp;Son made it 2-0 in first-half stoppage time, collecting a pass from Artem Smoliakov and motoring into the box to rifle a right-footed shot past St. Louis keeper Roman Burki.&nbsp;Son added another in the 60th minute, firing through traffic from the center of the area after Smoliakov threaded a pass back to him.&nbsp;Bouanga and Son became the first duo in MLS history to score 17 consecutive goals for a club in a single regular season.&nbsp;They have 18 goals between them in their eight matches together and LAFC, already qualified for the MLS Cup playoffs, strengthened their grip on fourth place in the Western Conference.&nbsp;Messi had gone into Saturday's game in Toronto in blistering form, bagging five goals in his previous three appearances for Miami.&nbsp;But though the 38-year-old carved out a string of promising openings, a superb performance from Toronto goalkeeper Sean Johnson prevented him from extending his recent spree.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/5-players-with-most-runs-in-women-s-odi-world-cup-history-debbie-hockley-mithali-raj-janette-brittin-charlotte-edwards-suzie-bates-1757606297874">From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history</a><h2>Suspect defence</h2>Miami, who have already booked their postseason berth, appeared on course for all three points at BMO Field after Tadeo Allende headed home a Jordi Alba cross in first-half stoppage time for a 1-0 lead.&nbsp;But Miami's suspect defence was once again exposed in the second half, with a string of blunders gifting Djordje Mihailovic a close-range equaliser in the 60th minute.&nbsp;Miami pressed relentlessly for a winner, but Johnson produced two fine saves to deny shots from Messi.&nbsp;"I think we deserved to win, we had the most real chances during the game," said Miami coach Javier Mascherano.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-women-s-odi-world-cup-2025-all-you-need-to-know-about-indian-women-s-team-schedule-squad-fixtures-and-more-1758556378933">Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more</a>&nbsp;"I think their goalkeeper was the man of the match."&nbsp;The draw leaves Miami on 56 points in the Eastern Conference, level with New York City FC and four points behind leaders Philadelphia with a game in hand.&nbsp;New York City defeated New York Red Bulls 3-2 on Saturday, a result that meant Orlando clinched a postseason berth before playing Cincinnati on Sunday.&nbsp;Nashville and Columbus also secured playoff berths, Nashville after a 3-1 victory over Houston Dynamo and Columbus courtesy of New York City's victory and despite falling 2-0 to Chicago Fire.&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

South Korea star Son, the former Tottenham captain who signed with LAFC in August for a reported MLS record $26 million, has eight goals in eight MLS games, quickly settling in with Bouanga to build a formidable attack.

Son Heung-min scored two goals and Denis Bouanga added another as Los Angeles FC beat St. Louis City 3-0 on Saturday for a fourth straight Major League Soccer victory. Bouanga's 23rd goal of the season puts him one behind Inter Miami's Argentine superstar Lionel Messi atop the MLS scoring charts. Messi has 24 goals in 23 games, but he came up empty as Miami were held to a 1-1 draw with Toronto. South Korea star Son, the former Tottenham captain who signed with LAFC in August for a reported MLS record $26 million, has eight goals in eight MLS games, quickly settling in with Bouanga to build a formidable attack. Gabon international Bouanga seized upon a St. Louis miscue and buried a shot from outside the area to give LAFC a 1-0 lead in the 15th minute, marking his fifth straight game with at least one goal. Son made it 2-0 in first-half stoppage time, collecting a pass from Artem Smoliakov and motoring into the box to rifle a right-footed shot past St. Louis keeper Roman Burki. Son added another in the 60th minute, firing through traffic from the center of the area after Smoliakov threaded a pass back to him. Bouanga and Son became the first duo in MLS history to score 17 consecutive goals for a club in a single regular season. They have 18 goals between them in their eight matches together and LAFC, already qualified for the MLS Cup playoffs, strengthened their grip on fourth place in the Western Conference. Messi had gone into Saturday's game in Toronto in blistering form, bagging five goals in his previous three appearances for Miami. But though the 38-year-old carved out a string of promising openings, a superb performance from Toronto goalkeeper Sean Johnson prevented him from extending his recent spree. ALSO READ | From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history Suspect defence Miami, who have already booked their postseason berth, appeared on course for all three points at BMO Field after Tadeo Allende headed home a Jordi Alba cross in first-half stoppage time for a 1-0 lead. But Miami's suspect defence was once again exposed in the second half, with a string of blunders gifting Djordje Mihailovic a close-range equaliser in the 60th minute. Miami pressed relentlessly for a winner, but Johnson produced two fine saves to deny shots from Messi. "I think we deserved to win, we had the most real chances during the game," said Miami coach Javier Mascherano. ALSO READ | Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more "I think their goalkeeper was the man of the match." The draw leaves Miami on 56 points in the Eastern Conference, level with New York City FC and four points behind leaders Philadelphia with a game in hand. New York City defeated New York Red Bulls 3-2 on Saturday, a result that meant Orlando clinched a postseason berth before playing Cincinnati on Sunday. Nashville and Columbus also secured playoff berths, Nashville after a 3-1 victory over Houston Dynamo and Columbus courtesy of New York City's victory and despite falling 2-0 to Chicago Fire. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

South Korea star Son, the former Tottenham captain who signed with LAFC in August for a reported MLS record $26 million, has eight goals in eight MLS games, quickly settling in with Bouanga to build a formidable attack.

MLS 2025: Son Heung-min brace fuels LAFC as Lionel Messi frustrated in Inter Miami draw

India and Pakistan are set to face off in a blockbuster final of the Asia Cup 2025 on Sunday, (Sep 28), at the Dubai International Stadium. This marks a historic occasion as it will be the first-ever final between India and Pakistan in the 41-year history of the Asia Cup. India remain unbeaten in the tournament so far, and they have also defeated Pakistan twice; first in the group stage and then again in Super Four. Meanwhile, Pakistan fought their way through a challenging Super Four phase to book their place in the summit clash. Before this high-voltage encounter gets underway, here’s a look at the head-to-head record, ground statistics, pitch report, and other key details to watch out for.<h2>Head-to-Head Record - India vs Pakistan</h2>Since the inaugural ICC T20 World Cup in 2007, the countries have met in 15 T20Is.&nbsp;India have won 12 times, including the first match in 2007, which was tied and then decided in a bowl out. However, two of Pakistan's three wins came in Dubai.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/asia-cup-2025-final-india-vs-pakistan-preview-men-in-blue-eye-flawless-run-as-pakistan-eye-revenge-in-summit-clash-suryakumar-yadav-1759035411749">Asia Cup 2025 final, Ind vs Pak Preview: Men in Blue hunt for glory as Pakistan eye revenge in summit clash</a><h2>Pitch Report - Dubai International Cricket Stadium</h2>The pitch at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium usually offers a balanced contest between bat and ball. The power play will be very important for both teams. Pacers will find joy early on with some movement, especially under the lights. Spinners often get into the game in the middle overs, as the dry surface offers grip and turn.<h2>Ground stats - Dubai International Stadium</h2><ul><li>Highest Team Score:&nbsp;India: 212/2 vs Afghanistan (8 Sep 2022)</li><li>Lowest Team Score: West Indies: 55 all out vs England (23 Oct 2021)</li><li>Biggest Win by Runs: India: Won by 101 runs vs Afghanistan (8 Sep 2022)</li><li>Closest Win at Dubai: UAE: Won by 2 runs vs Kuwait (21 Dec 2024)</li></ul>Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/meet-last-five-asia-cup-champions-india-sri-lanka-dominate-as-pakistan-finish-runners-up-twice-1758969755933">Meet last five Asia Cup champions: India, Sri Lanka dominate; Pakistan finish runners-up twice</a><h2>Recent five results in Dubai&nbsp;International Stadium</h2><ul><li>India won the Super over against Sri Lanka - 26 Sep 2025</li><li>Pakistan beat Bangladesh by 11 runs - 25 Sep 2025</li><li>India beat Bangladesh by 41 runs - 24 Sep 2025</li><li>India beat Pakistan by 6 wickets - 21 Sep 2025</li><li>Bangladesh beat Sri Lanka by 4 wickets - 20 Sep 2025</li></ul>

Before the high-voltage India vs Pakistan, Asia Cup 2025 final gets underway, here’s a look at the head-to-head record, ground statistics, pitch report, and other key details to watch out for.

India and Pakistan are set to face off in a blockbuster final of the Asia Cup 2025 on Sunday, (Sep 28), at the Dubai International Stadium. This marks a historic occasion as it will be the first-ever final between India and Pakistan in the 41-year history of the Asia Cup. India remain unbeaten in the tournament so far, and they have also defeated Pakistan twice; first in the group stage and then again in Super Four. Meanwhile, Pakistan fought their way through a challenging Super Four phase to book their place in the summit clash. Before this high-voltage encounter gets underway, here’s a look at the head-to-head record, ground statistics, pitch report, and other key details to watch out for. Head-to-Head Record - India vs Pakistan Since the inaugural ICC T20 World Cup in 2007, the countries have met in 15 T20Is. India have won 12 times, including the first match in 2007, which was tied and then decided in a bowl out. However, two of Pakistan's three wins came in Dubai. Also read | Asia Cup 2025 final, Ind vs Pak Preview: Men in Blue hunt for glory as Pakistan eye revenge in summit clash Pitch Report - Dubai International Cricket Stadium The pitch at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium usually offers a balanced contest between bat and ball. The power play will be very important for both teams. Pacers will find joy early on with some movement, especially under the lights. Spinners often get into the game in the middle overs, as the dry surface offers grip and turn. Ground stats - Dubai International Stadium Highest Team Score: India: 212/2 vs Afghanistan (8 Sep 2022) Lowest Team Score: West Indies: 55 all out vs England (23 Oct 2021) Biggest Win by Runs: India: Won by 101 runs vs Afghanistan (8 Sep 2022) Closest Win at Dubai: UAE: Won by 2 runs vs Kuwait (21 Dec 2024) Also read | Meet last five Asia Cup champions: India, Sri Lanka dominate; Pakistan finish runners-up twice Recent five results in Dubai International Stadium India won the Super over against Sri Lanka - 26 Sep 2025 Pakistan beat Bangladesh by 11 runs - 25 Sep 2025 India beat Bangladesh by 41 runs - 24 Sep 2025 India beat Pakistan by 6 wickets - 21 Sep 2025 Bangladesh beat Sri Lanka by 4 wickets - 20 Sep 2025

Before the high-voltage India vs Pakistan, Asia Cup 2025 final gets underway, here’s a look at the head-to-head record, ground statistics, pitch report, and other key details to watch out for.

Asia Cup 2025 Final, IND vs PAK: Head-to-head, ground stats, pitch conditions and more

India and Pakistan are set to face off in a thrilling Asia Cup 2025 final on Sunday (Sep 28) at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. This will be the first time these two arch-rivals meet in an Asia Cup final since the tournament began in 1984. India come into the final unbeaten, having won all their matches, including two against Pakistan. Pakistan, on the other hand, made a strong comeback after those losses by beating Bangladesh and Sri Lanka to reach the final.&nbsp;But as the cricketing world waits for the on-field action, all eyes are also on what happens after the match. A new controversy has started to build around Mohsin Naqvi, who is the current Asian Cricket Council (ACC) chairman and also serves as Pakistan’s Interior Minister and PCB chief.&nbsp;Also read |<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/when-did-pakistan-last-beat-india-in-asia-cup-it-was-a-last-over-thriller-1758955309438"> When did Pakistan last beat India in Asia Cup? It was a last-over thriller</a>&nbsp;Naqvi will be present at the final, and as ACC head, he is expected to take part in the trophy presentation ceremony. This has led to questions about how the Indian team will respond if they win the final.&nbsp;<h2>Reports indicate India to avoid sharing dias with Naqvi</h2>A recent PTI report suggests that, with the Indian team following a 'no handshake' policy with Pakistan, it is unlikely that the BCCI will permit its players to interact with the PCB chief and collect the trophy, whose public statements have often been critical of India.&nbsp;This situation isn't new in this tournament. Earlier in the group stage, Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav avoided shaking hands with Pakistan skipper Salman Ali Agha at the toss. After winning the match, Suryakumar and Shivam Dube also walked off the field without the usual handshakes.&nbsp;The Pakistan team waited on the field for the gesture, but no Indian player returned. Their coach, Mike Hesson, later said the team was disappointed. In response, Agha skipped the post-match presentation.&nbsp;Furthermore, during the Super Four stage, India once again avoided handshakes with Pakistan players, both at the toss and after their win. Now, with the final just around the corner, the tension off the field is building just as much as the excitement on it.&nbsp;&nbsp;All eyes will be on how both teams handle the pressure, not just with the bat and ball, but also in their actions once the match ends.

Mohsin Naqvi will be present at the final, and as ACC head, he is expected to take part in the trophy presentation ceremony. This has led to questions about how the Indian team will respond if they win the final. 

India and Pakistan are set to face off in a thrilling Asia Cup 2025 final on Sunday (Sep 28) at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. This will be the first time these two arch-rivals meet in an Asia Cup final since the tournament began in 1984. India come into the final unbeaten, having won all their matches, including two against Pakistan. Pakistan, on the other hand, made a strong comeback after those losses by beating Bangladesh and Sri Lanka to reach the final. But as the cricketing world waits for the on-field action, all eyes are also on what happens after the match. A new controversy has started to build around Mohsin Naqvi, who is the current Asian Cricket Council (ACC) chairman and also serves as Pakistan’s Interior Minister and PCB chief. Also read | When did Pakistan last beat India in Asia Cup? It was a last-over thriller Naqvi will be present at the final, and as ACC head, he is expected to take part in the trophy presentation ceremony. This has led to questions about how the Indian team will respond if they win the final. Reports indicate India to avoid sharing dias with Naqvi A recent PTI report suggests that, with the Indian team following a 'no handshake' policy with Pakistan, it is unlikely that the BCCI will permit its players to interact with the PCB chief and collect the trophy, whose public statements have often been critical of India. This situation isn't new in this tournament. Earlier in the group stage, Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav avoided shaking hands with Pakistan skipper Salman Ali Agha at the toss. After winning the match, Suryakumar and Shivam Dube also walked off the field without the usual handshakes. The Pakistan team waited on the field for the gesture, but no Indian player returned. Their coach, Mike Hesson, later said the team was disappointed. In response, Agha skipped the post-match presentation. Furthermore, during the Super Four stage, India once again avoided handshakes with Pakistan players, both at the toss and after their win. Now, with the final just around the corner, the tension off the field is building just as much as the excitement on it. All eyes will be on how both teams handle the pressure, not just with the bat and ball, but also in their actions once the match ends.

Mohsin Naqvi will be present at the final, and as ACC head, he is expected to take part in the trophy presentation ceremony. This has led to questions about how the Indian team will respond if they win the final.&nbsp;

Asia Cup 2025 Final: Will India accept trophy from Pakistan’s Mohsin Naqvi if they win?

India will have their eyes on the Asia Cup 2025 title as they take on Pakistan in the summit clash at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday (Sep 28). In what will be the first meeting between the sides in an Asia Cup final, India have already got the better of Pakistan twice in the initial stage and will look to continue their flawless run on Sunday. For Pakistan, revenge can’t be sweeter as they will look to inflict an upset in the final.<h2>India hunt for glory</h2>India have so far endured a flawless run, having won all their matches in the tournament. The Men in Blue won all three matches in the group stage before winning Super Four matches against Pakistan, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh. Abhishek Sharma’s form has sparked India’s run in the tournament. If fit, he will enter the final on the back of three consecutive fifties. He is also the highest scorer in the tournament with 309 runs.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/5-players-with-most-runs-in-women-s-odi-world-cup-history-debbie-hockley-mithali-raj-janette-brittin-charlotte-edwards-suzie-bates-1757606297874">From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history</a>&nbsp;Fatigue could be a huge factor heading into the final, as India were stretched into a Super Over against Sri Lanka. Hardik Pandya and Abhishek Sharma struggled with cramps on Friday against Sri Lanka and have less than 48 hours to prepare for the final. At the time of writing, there was no official word on the fitness of the duo as India prepare to hunt glory.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-women-s-odi-world-cup-2025-all-you-need-to-know-about-indian-women-s-team-schedule-squad-fixtures-and-more-1758556378933">Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more</a><h2>Pakistan eye revenge</h2>Sunday’s meeting will be the third time India and Pakistan meet in the Asia Cup 2025; India have won both previous meetings. The Men in Blue won by seven wickets on September 14, sparking a controversy by not shaking hands with Pakistani players and officials before another win followed in the Super Four. Pakistan head into the match with worries in the batting department as they only managed to score 135 against Bangladesh in the final Super Four clash.<h2>India vs Pakistan predicted XI for Asia Cup final</h2>India's probable XI: Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav (c), Tilak Varma, Sanju Samson (wk), Shivam Dube, Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah&nbsp;Pakistan probable XI: Sahibzada Farhan, Fakhar Zaman, Saim Ayub, Salman Agha (c), Hussain Talat, Mohammad Haris (wk), Mohammad Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Haris Rauf, Abrar Ahmed

India have so far endured a flawless run, having won all their matches in the tournament. The Men in Blue won all three matches in the group stage before winning Super Four matches against Pakistan, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh. 

India will have their eyes on the Asia Cup 2025 title as they take on Pakistan in the summit clash at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday (Sep 28). In what will be the first meeting between the sides in an Asia Cup final, India have already got the better of Pakistan twice in the initial stage and will look to continue their flawless run on Sunday. For Pakistan, revenge can’t be sweeter as they will look to inflict an upset in the final. India hunt for glory India have so far endured a flawless run, having won all their matches in the tournament. The Men in Blue won all three matches in the group stage before winning Super Four matches against Pakistan, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh. Abhishek Sharma’s form has sparked India’s run in the tournament. If fit, he will enter the final on the back of three consecutive fifties. He is also the highest scorer in the tournament with 309 runs. ALSO READ | From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history Fatigue could be a huge factor heading into the final, as India were stretched into a Super Over against Sri Lanka. Hardik Pandya and Abhishek Sharma struggled with cramps on Friday against Sri Lanka and have less than 48 hours to prepare for the final. At the time of writing, there was no official word on the fitness of the duo as India prepare to hunt glory. ALSO READ | Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more Pakistan eye revenge Sunday’s meeting will be the third time India and Pakistan meet in the Asia Cup 2025; India have won both previous meetings. The Men in Blue won by seven wickets on September 14, sparking a controversy by not shaking hands with Pakistani players and officials before another win followed in the Super Four. Pakistan head into the match with worries in the batting department as they only managed to score 135 against Bangladesh in the final Super Four clash. India vs Pakistan predicted XI for Asia Cup final India's probable XI: Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav (c), Tilak Varma, Sanju Samson (wk), Shivam Dube, Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah Pakistan probable XI: Sahibzada Farhan, Fakhar Zaman, Saim Ayub, Salman Agha (c), Hussain Talat, Mohammad Haris (wk), Mohammad Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Haris Rauf, Abrar Ahmed

India have so far endured a flawless run, having won all their matches in the tournament. The Men in Blue won all three matches in the group stage before winning Super Four matches against Pakistan, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh.&nbsp;

Asia Cup 2025 final, Ind vs Pak Preview: Men in Blue hunt for glory as Pakistan eye revenge in summit clash

Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha never saw two cricket teams not shaking hands after a game during his nearly two-decade professional career. Ahead of the marquee Asia Cup final against their arch-rivals India on Sunday (Sep 28) in Dubai, Agha broke his silence on the ‘handshake saga’ that made headlines earlier in the Asia Cup 2025. Considering sour geo-political relations between the two arch-rivals, Suryakumar Yadav-led Indian Team decided against shaking hands with Pakistani players after the side’s first face-off since the Pahalgam terror attack, irking the Men in Green.&nbsp;In the pre-game presser in Dubai, the venue for the first-ever India vs Pakistan Asia Cup final, Agha recalls not witnessing such a thing (no handshakes) happen on the cricket field, even when relations between India and Pakistan were at their worst. Addressing this issue, he said that no handshakes are not good for cricket.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-pak-patriotism-rage-all-in-mud-as-leading-multiplex-chain-pvr-inox-to-screen-asia-cup-final-1758984965064">IND vs PAK: Patriotism, rage in mud as leading multiplex chain to screen Asia Cup Final</a> &nbsp;“As far as handshakes are concerned, I’ve been playing professional cricket since 2007 at the under-16 level. I’ve never seen two teams not shaking hands during a match. Even my father is a big cricket fan, and I’ve heard stories about the game from him. He never mentioned that two teams playing cricket didn’t shake hands. &nbsp;"India and Pakistan have faced each other before, even when relations between the countries were worse, and handshakes always happened. According to me, no handshakes are not good for cricket,” he said. &nbsp;Not only during the group game, which India won by seven wickets, but also after the India-Pakistan Super Four match, the Indian Team walked off the field without shaking hands with their counterparts. Although the handshake saga will continue to hog all the limelight, Agha remains adamant that his team’s focus is just on cricket. &nbsp;“We don’t focus on what we can’t control. Media talk, outside noise—we ignore it. Our goal is the Asia Cup. We came here to play good cricket, and tomorrow we’ll aim to win the final,” he added.&nbsp; &nbsp;Speaking on his team’s chances against India, against whom they haven’t won a single game in this tournament yet, Agha expressed confidence in his team’s chances. &nbsp;“Inshallah, you’ll see us winning. If we play our best cricket and execute for 40 overs, we can beat any team,” he said.

In the pre-game presser in Dubai, the venue for the first-ever India vs Pakistan Asia Cup final, Agha recalls not witnessing such a thing (no handshakes) happen on the cricket field, even when relations between India and Pakistan were at their worst.

Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha never saw two cricket teams not shaking hands after a game during his nearly two-decade professional career. Ahead of the marquee Asia Cup final against their arch-rivals India on Sunday (Sep 28) in Dubai, Agha broke his silence on the ‘handshake saga’ that made headlines earlier in the Asia Cup 2025. Considering sour geo-political relations between the two arch-rivals, Suryakumar Yadav-led Indian Team decided against shaking hands with Pakistani players after the side’s first face-off since the Pahalgam terror attack, irking the Men in Green. In the pre-game presser in Dubai, the venue for the first-ever India vs Pakistan Asia Cup final, Agha recalls not witnessing such a thing (no handshakes) happen on the cricket field, even when relations between India and Pakistan were at their worst. Addressing this issue, he said that no handshakes are not good for cricket. Also read | IND vs PAK: Patriotism, rage in mud as leading multiplex chain to screen Asia Cup Final “As far as handshakes are concerned, I’ve been playing professional cricket since 2007 at the under-16 level. I’ve never seen two teams not shaking hands during a match. Even my father is a big cricket fan, and I’ve heard stories about the game from him. He never mentioned that two teams playing cricket didn’t shake hands. "India and Pakistan have faced each other before, even when relations between the countries were worse, and handshakes always happened. According to me, no handshakes are not good for cricket,” he said. Not only during the group game, which India won by seven wickets, but also after the India-Pakistan Super Four match, the Indian Team walked off the field without shaking hands with their counterparts. Although the handshake saga will continue to hog all the limelight, Agha remains adamant that his team’s focus is just on cricket. “We don’t focus on what we can’t control. Media talk, outside noise—we ignore it. Our goal is the Asia Cup. We came here to play good cricket, and tomorrow we’ll aim to win the final,” he added. Speaking on his team’s chances against India, against whom they haven’t won a single game in this tournament yet, Agha expressed confidence in his team’s chances. “Inshallah, you’ll see us winning. If we play our best cricket and execute for 40 overs, we can beat any team,” he said.

In the pre-game presser in Dubai, the venue for the first-ever India vs Pakistan Asia Cup final, Agha recalls not witnessing such a thing (no handshakes) happen on the cricket field, even when relations between India and Pakistan were at their worst.

‘Even when relations were worse…,’ Salman Agha breaks silence on ‘handshake saga’ ahead of Asia Cup Final

Just almost two weeks ago, social media was flooded with messages of ‘boycott India vs Pakistan’ game in Asia Cup 2025; and boom, a fortnight later, PVR INOX – a leading multiplex chain in India are screening the marquee final between at over 100-plus screens across the nation. Following the Pahalgam terror attack in India’s Kashmir early this year that shocked the nation, cricket fans decided to boycott watching India vs Pakistan matches in this continental tournament.&nbsp;Although rage and patriotism were peaking when the tournament began (with everyone caring the least about the ‘mother of all matches’), the dynamics changed quickly following the IND-PAK Super Four tie. The growing social media engagement reflected everyone’s interest in India-Pakistan matches, with PVR making it a grander affair by screening the Sunday final.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/all-these-filmy-reactions-k-srikkanth-bashes-harshit-rana-for-no-show-against-sri-lanka-in-asia-cup-ravichandran-ashwin-1758976751801">‘All these filmy reactions…,’ K Srikkanth bashes Harshit Rana for ‘no show’ against Sri Lanka in Asia Cup</a> &nbsp;Considering that the first-ever India vs Pakistan Asia Cup final would attract a billion eyeballs, PVR INOX, in a strategic partnership with ITW Universe and the Asian Cricket Council (ACC), decided to stream this marquee cricket match in 100-plus theatres across India; the tickets are available on bookmyshow.com.<h3>India vs Pakistan Asia Cup Final &nbsp;</h3>India and Pakistan will meet for the third time in this edition, in a first-ever Asia Cup Final on Sunday (Sep 28) in Dubai. Having topped Group A, which also included Pakistan, alongside two associate nations, Team India maintained their winning run in the Super Four stage. In three contested matches, the Men in Blue were always on the winning side, beating the three remaining teams across two venues. &nbsp;While India first beat their arch-rivals in their second group game in Dubai (by seven wickets), they clinched a crucial six-wicket win over the Men in Green during the Super Four tie at the same venue.&nbsp; &nbsp;A week later, after India and Pakistan qualified for the tournament’s finale, the two teams gear up for what is expected to be the most-watched cricket match of the year.&nbsp;

Following the Pahalgam terror attack, cricket fans flooded social media with the ‘Boycott IND-PAK' hashtag; however, a fortnight later, PVR-INOX are screening the India vs Pakistan Asia Cup final across the country.

Just almost two weeks ago, social media was flooded with messages of ‘boycott India vs Pakistan’ game in Asia Cup 2025; and boom, a fortnight later, PVR INOX – a leading multiplex chain in India are screening the marquee final between at over 100-plus screens across the nation. Following the Pahalgam terror attack in India’s Kashmir early this year that shocked the nation, cricket fans decided to boycott watching India vs Pakistan matches in this continental tournament. Although rage and patriotism were peaking when the tournament began (with everyone caring the least about the ‘mother of all matches’), the dynamics changed quickly following the IND-PAK Super Four tie. The growing social media engagement reflected everyone’s interest in India-Pakistan matches, with PVR making it a grander affair by screening the Sunday final. Also read | ‘All these filmy reactions…,’ K Srikkanth bashes Harshit Rana for ‘no show’ against Sri Lanka in Asia Cup Considering that the first-ever India vs Pakistan Asia Cup final would attract a billion eyeballs, PVR INOX, in a strategic partnership with ITW Universe and the Asian Cricket Council (ACC), decided to stream this marquee cricket match in 100-plus theatres across India; the tickets are available on bookmyshow.com. India vs Pakistan Asia Cup Final India and Pakistan will meet for the third time in this edition, in a first-ever Asia Cup Final on Sunday (Sep 28) in Dubai. Having topped Group A, which also included Pakistan, alongside two associate nations, Team India maintained their winning run in the Super Four stage. In three contested matches, the Men in Blue were always on the winning side, beating the three remaining teams across two venues. While India first beat their arch-rivals in their second group game in Dubai (by seven wickets), they clinched a crucial six-wicket win over the Men in Green during the Super Four tie at the same venue. A week later, after India and Pakistan qualified for the tournament’s finale, the two teams gear up for what is expected to be the most-watched cricket match of the year.

Following the Pahalgam terror attack, cricket fans flooded social media with the ‘Boycott IND-PAK' hashtag; however, a fortnight later, PVR-INOX are screening the India vs Pakistan Asia Cup final across the country.

IND vs PAK: Patriotism, rage in mud as leading multiplex chain to screen Asia Cup Final

India and Pakistan are set to clash in the first-ever Asia Cup final in the tournament's 41-year history. Team India has been unstoppable so far, securing three consecutive victories in the group stage this edition, followed by three more in the Super Four stage. Meanwhile, India already defeated Pakistan twice in the Asia Cup 2025 — once in the group stage and again in the Super Four. Pakistan, after suffering a heavy loss to India, bounced back strongly with wins against Bangladesh and Sri Lanka to reach the summit clash.&nbsp;&nbsp;Historically, Team India holds an edge over Pakistan in T20Is. Since 2007, the two teams have met 14 times, with India winning 11 matches and Pakistan three. Specifically in the Asia Cup, India has won 11 out of 15 encounters, Pakistan has won three, and one match ended with no result. This leads to a question on every fan’s mind.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also read |<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/asia-cup-2025-last-five-results-of-india-vs-pakistan-in-major-tournament-finals-asia-cup-2025-final-1758961328744"> Asia Cup 2025: Last five results of Ind vs Pak in major tournament finals, will Men in Blue turn the tables</a><h2>When Did Pakistan Last Beat India in the Asia Cup? Here’s a Look Back at the Thriller</h2>Well, the answer takes us back to 4 September 2022, during the Super Four stage of the Men’s T20 Asia Cup in Dubai. On that night, Pakistan scripted a thrilling chase to beat India by five wickets with just one ball to spare.&nbsp;India batted first and posted a competitive total of 181/7, with openers Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul giving an explosive start through a 50-run opening partnership. Next, Virat Kohli, donning the jersey 18, held the innings together with a composed 60 off 44 balls, steadying the ship as wickets tumbled around him.&nbsp;&nbsp;In response, Pakistan chased down the 182-run target with just one ball to spare, thanks to solid knocks from Mohammad Rizwan, who anchored the innings with 71 runs, and a surprise counter-attack by Mohammad Nawaz, who smashed 42 off just 20 balls after being promoted up the order.&nbsp;Despite India putting up a strong fight with the ball in the final overs, Pakistan held their nerve, and Asif Ali and Khushdil Shah finished the job, handing Pakistan a thrilling five-wicket win over India.

Historically, Team India holds an edge over Pakistan in T20Is. Since 2007, the two teams have met 14 times, with India winning 11 matches and Pakistan three. Specifically in the Asia Cup, India has won 11 out of 15 encounters, Pakistan has won three, and one match ended with no result.

India and Pakistan are set to clash in the first-ever Asia Cup final in the tournament's 41-year history. Team India has been unstoppable so far, securing three consecutive victories in the group stage this edition, followed by three more in the Super Four stage. Meanwhile, India already defeated Pakistan twice in the Asia Cup 2025 — once in the group stage and again in the Super Four. Pakistan, after suffering a heavy loss to India, bounced back strongly with wins against Bangladesh and Sri Lanka to reach the summit clash. Historically, Team India holds an edge over Pakistan in T20Is. Since 2007, the two teams have met 14 times, with India winning 11 matches and Pakistan three. Specifically in the Asia Cup, India has won 11 out of 15 encounters, Pakistan has won three, and one match ended with no result. This leads to a question on every fan’s mind. Also read | Asia Cup 2025: Last five results of Ind vs Pak in major tournament finals, will Men in Blue turn the tables When Did Pakistan Last Beat India in the Asia Cup? Here’s a Look Back at the Thriller Well, the answer takes us back to 4 September 2022, during the Super Four stage of the Men’s T20 Asia Cup in Dubai. On that night, Pakistan scripted a thrilling chase to beat India by five wickets with just one ball to spare. India batted first and posted a competitive total of 181/7, with openers Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul giving an explosive start through a 50-run opening partnership. Next, Virat Kohli, donning the jersey 18, held the innings together with a composed 60 off 44 balls, steadying the ship as wickets tumbled around him. In response, Pakistan chased down the 182-run target with just one ball to spare, thanks to solid knocks from Mohammad Rizwan, who anchored the innings with 71 runs, and a surprise counter-attack by Mohammad Nawaz, who smashed 42 off just 20 balls after being promoted up the order. Despite India putting up a strong fight with the ball in the final overs, Pakistan held their nerve, and Asif Ali and Khushdil Shah finished the job, handing Pakistan a thrilling five-wicket win over India.

Historically, Team India holds an edge over Pakistan in T20Is. Since 2007, the two teams have met 14 times, with India winning 11 matches and Pakistan three. Specifically in the Asia Cup, India has won 11 out of 15 encounters, Pakistan has won three, and one match ended with no result.

When did Pakistan last beat India in Asia Cup? It was a last-over thriller

India rested Jasprit Bumrah for the dead rubber against Sri Lanka in the Asia Cup 2025 Super Four tie, bringing in two seamers, Arshdeep Singh and Harshit Rana. While the left-armer seamer earned laurels for his impressive penultimate over and the Super Over, Rana leaked runs while looking clueless with his line and length. The lanky seamer conceded 54 runs in his four overs, and although he picked a wicket, he never troubled the Lankans, who equalled India’s first-inning total to take the game to the Super Over. Meanwhile, former Indian World Cup winners Krishnamachari Srikkanth and Ravichandran Ashwin blasted the Indian quick for his ‘all talk and no show’ in the last Super Match of the Asia Cup 2025.&nbsp;Speaking on his YouTube channel, Srikkanth tore apart Rana, saying, “Harshit Rana does too many filmy gimmicks. All these filmy reactions aren’t of any use, you’ve to actually bowl well. He does all these filmy reactions in the IPL as well.&nbsp;“This is not a good attitude; it’s just showboating. He dives after the ball is already past him. Why dive after the goal has already been scored? Aggression is different, but showboating so much at a young age is why he got punished today,” Srikkanth added. &nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/asia-cup-pcb-chairman-mohsin-naqvi-offers-to-pay-haris-rauf-fine-for-abusing-during-india-game-report-1758973544227">PCB chairman offers to pay Haris Rauf’s fine for abusing during India game – Report</a>&nbsp;Defending 203, the Indian bowlers looked off colour; however, a few turned the game on its head and helped India stand tall in this exciting contest, including Kuldeep Yadav and Varun Chakravarthy. Acknowledging the same, Srikkanth said,&nbsp; &nbsp;"India won because of the four overs in the middle from Kuldeep Yadav and Varun Chakravarthy. They both bowled magically. Wrist spinners are always potential match winners, which got proven today. Sri Lanka today exposed the Indian bowling a little bit. Axar Patel can be taken to the cleaners if there is no turn,” he continued.<h3>‘Amateurish’&nbsp;</h3>While Srikkanth slammed Harshit’s wayward bowling, another former Indian star, Ravichandran Ashwin, was almost of the same opinion about his figures against Sri Lanka. Harshit conceded 12 runs in his first over and 32 in his next two before leaking ten in the last over. &nbsp;“I want to speak about Harshit Rana. Playing just a few matches, then sitting out others, can really affect confidence and rhythm. But the mistakes against Sri Lanka were really amateurish,” Ashwin said of the Indian quick on his YouTube channel.&nbsp; &nbsp;As Sri Lankan opener Pathum Nissanka slammed Rana left, right and centre, Ashwin noted his bowling plan. &nbsp;“One fast, one slow, one fast, one slow. That’s really amateurish cricket. He should learn from this,” Ashwin added.&nbsp; &nbsp;Meanwhile, India had already qualified for the Asia Cup final, facing arch-rivals Pakistan in the summit clash on Sunday (Sep 28) in Dubai.&nbsp;

While Srikkanth slammed Harshit’s wayward bowling, another former Indian star, Ravichandran Ashwin, was almost of the same opinion about his figures against Sri Lanka.

India rested Jasprit Bumrah for the dead rubber against Sri Lanka in the Asia Cup 2025 Super Four tie, bringing in two seamers, Arshdeep Singh and Harshit Rana. While the left-armer seamer earned laurels for his impressive penultimate over and the Super Over, Rana leaked runs while looking clueless with his line and length. The lanky seamer conceded 54 runs in his four overs, and although he picked a wicket, he never troubled the Lankans, who equalled India’s first-inning total to take the game to the Super Over. Meanwhile, former Indian World Cup winners Krishnamachari Srikkanth and Ravichandran Ashwin blasted the Indian quick for his ‘all talk and no show’ in the last Super Match of the Asia Cup 2025. Speaking on his YouTube channel, Srikkanth tore apart Rana, saying, “Harshit Rana does too many filmy gimmicks. All these filmy reactions aren’t of any use, you’ve to actually bowl well. He does all these filmy reactions in the IPL as well. “This is not a good attitude; it’s just showboating. He dives after the ball is already past him. Why dive after the goal has already been scored? Aggression is different, but showboating so much at a young age is why he got punished today,” Srikkanth added. Also read | PCB chairman offers to pay Haris Rauf’s fine for abusing during India game – Report Defending 203, the Indian bowlers looked off colour; however, a few turned the game on its head and helped India stand tall in this exciting contest, including Kuldeep Yadav and Varun Chakravarthy. Acknowledging the same, Srikkanth said, "India won because of the four overs in the middle from Kuldeep Yadav and Varun Chakravarthy. They both bowled magically. Wrist spinners are always potential match winners, which got proven today. Sri Lanka today exposed the Indian bowling a little bit. Axar Patel can be taken to the cleaners if there is no turn,” he continued. ‘Amateurish’ While Srikkanth slammed Harshit’s wayward bowling, another former Indian star, Ravichandran Ashwin, was almost of the same opinion about his figures against Sri Lanka. Harshit conceded 12 runs in his first over and 32 in his next two before leaking ten in the last over. “I want to speak about Harshit Rana. Playing just a few matches, then sitting out others, can really affect confidence and rhythm. But the mistakes against Sri Lanka were really amateurish,” Ashwin said of the Indian quick on his YouTube channel. As Sri Lankan opener Pathum Nissanka slammed Rana left, right and centre, Ashwin noted his bowling plan. “One fast, one slow, one fast, one slow. That’s really amateurish cricket. He should learn from this,” Ashwin added. Meanwhile, India had already qualified for the Asia Cup final, facing arch-rivals Pakistan in the summit clash on Sunday (Sep 28) in Dubai.

While Srikkanth slammed Harshit’s wayward bowling, another former Indian star, Ravichandran Ashwin, was almost of the same opinion about his figures against Sri Lanka.

‘All these filmy reactions…,’ K Srikkanth bashes Harshit Rana for ‘no show’ against Sri Lanka in Asia Cup

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman, Mohsin Naqvi, who also heads the Asian Cricket Council (ACC), has offered to pay the fine imposed on his national team seamer Haris Rauf for using abusive language during the Super Four tie against India in the Asia Cup 2025. After the apex body slapped a 30 per cent fine on Haris for breaching ICC’s code of conduct against India in Dubai on the past Sunday (Sep 21), Naqvi decided to pay off the penalty imposed on the pace quick, who also made headlines for all the wrong reasons in that game.&nbsp;Per a report in Samaa.TV, also carried out by several publications, Naqvi, who, besides holding crucial positions across separate cricket boards, also serves as the Interior Minister in the Pakistan government, will cover Haris' penalty amount for his misconduct against the arch-rivals. The two teams, however, will meet for the third time in this competition this Sunday (Sep 28), in a first-ever Asia Cup final.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/asia-cup-2025-abhishek-sharma-breaks-multiple-records-with-blistering-fifty-against-sri-lanka-details-inside-1758958717751">Asia Cup 2025: Abhishek Sharma breaks multiple records with blistering fifty against Sri Lanka. Details inside</a> &nbsp;Although Haris appeared in front of Richie Richardson on Friday (Sep 26), pleading not guilty, the ICC hasn’t issued an official release on the sanctions imposed on Rauf.&nbsp;<h3>What happened during the game?</h3>Haris returned with two wickets against India in their marquee Super Four match in Dubai, but what made headlines all over was his verbal brawl with Indian opener Abhishek Sharma and his controversial ‘war-related’ gestures near the boundary rope while fielding. &nbsp;After getting smashed off the last ball of his first over during the Powerplay, animated Rauf approached Abhishek, standing at the non-striker’s end, only for the on-field umpire to intervene and separate the two. Later, while fielding near the boundary ropes, Haris also mocked the Indian fans with a ‘6-0’ gesture, in reference to Pakistan’s claims of downing six Indian Rafale fighter jets during Operation Sindoor. &nbsp;However, what the ICC fined him for was his fiery send-off and the abusive language he used after dismissing Sanju Samson clean bowled during the contest. &nbsp;The BCCI lodged an official complaint with the ICC against Rauf and Pakistan opener Sahibzada Farhan, who did a questionable ‘gun-fire’ celebration after completing his fifty against India in the same contest. Despite their handy contributions, Pakistan failed to beat India in this tournament, with both gearing up for the first-ever Asia Cup final.

The two teams, however, will meet for the third time in this competition this Sunday (Sep 28), in a first-ever Asia Cup final.

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman, Mohsin Naqvi, who also heads the Asian Cricket Council (ACC), has offered to pay the fine imposed on his national team seamer Haris Rauf for using abusive language during the Super Four tie against India in the Asia Cup 2025. After the apex body slapped a 30 per cent fine on Haris for breaching ICC’s code of conduct against India in Dubai on the past Sunday (Sep 21), Naqvi decided to pay off the penalty imposed on the pace quick, who also made headlines for all the wrong reasons in that game. Per a report in Samaa.TV, also carried out by several publications, Naqvi, who, besides holding crucial positions across separate cricket boards, also serves as the Interior Minister in the Pakistan government, will cover Haris' penalty amount for his misconduct against the arch-rivals. The two teams, however, will meet for the third time in this competition this Sunday (Sep 28), in a first-ever Asia Cup final. Also read | Asia Cup 2025: Abhishek Sharma breaks multiple records with blistering fifty against Sri Lanka. Details inside Although Haris appeared in front of Richie Richardson on Friday (Sep 26), pleading not guilty, the ICC hasn’t issued an official release on the sanctions imposed on Rauf. What happened during the game? Haris returned with two wickets against India in their marquee Super Four match in Dubai, but what made headlines all over was his verbal brawl with Indian opener Abhishek Sharma and his controversial ‘war-related’ gestures near the boundary rope while fielding. After getting smashed off the last ball of his first over during the Powerplay, animated Rauf approached Abhishek, standing at the non-striker’s end, only for the on-field umpire to intervene and separate the two. Later, while fielding near the boundary ropes, Haris also mocked the Indian fans with a ‘6-0’ gesture, in reference to Pakistan’s claims of downing six Indian Rafale fighter jets during Operation Sindoor. However, what the ICC fined him for was his fiery send-off and the abusive language he used after dismissing Sanju Samson clean bowled during the contest. The BCCI lodged an official complaint with the ICC against Rauf and Pakistan opener Sahibzada Farhan, who did a questionable ‘gun-fire’ celebration after completing his fifty against India in the same contest. Despite their handy contributions, Pakistan failed to beat India in this tournament, with both gearing up for the first-ever Asia Cup final.

The two teams, however, will meet for the third time in this competition this Sunday (Sep 28), in a first-ever Asia Cup final.

PCB chairman offers to pay Haris Rauf’s fine for abusing during India game – Report

West Ham United have parted ways with manager Graham Potter after the club made a disastrous start to the Premier League season. On Saturday (Sep 27), West Ham announced the departure of Potter as the club lies in the bottom three, having won only once so far. Potter is now likely to be replaced by Nuno Espirito Santo, who was recently sacked by Nottingham Forest.<h2>Potter sacked by West Ham</h2>"We believe that a change is necessary in order to help improve the team's position in the Premier League as soon as possible,” a statement from West Ham United read.&nbsp;"Results and performances over the course of the second half of last season and the start of the 2025-26 season have not matched expectations."&nbsp;"The board would like to thank Graham and his coaching staff for their hard work during their time with the Hammers and wish them every success for the future," the club added.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-women-s-odi-world-cup-2025-all-you-need-to-know-about-indian-women-s-team-schedule-squad-fixtures-and-more-1758556378933">Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more</a>&nbsp;"The process of appointing a replacement is underway. The club will be making no further comment at this time."&nbsp;Last weekend's home defeat against Crystal Palace proved the final straw. Potter, who lost five of West Ham's six games this season, was relieved of his duties less than 24 hours after holding his usual pre-match press conference on Friday.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/5-players-with-most-runs-in-women-s-odi-world-cup-history-debbie-hockley-mithali-raj-janette-brittin-charlotte-edwards-suzie-bates-1757606297874">From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history</a><h2>Nuno tipped to take over</h2>Former Tottenham and Wolves boss Nuno was sacked by Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis three weeks ago after the pair fell out over the club's transfer policy. Nuno earned praise for lifting Forest into European competition for the first time in 30 years last season via a seventh-place finish in the Premier League. He also impressed at Wolves, helping establish them in the top-flight before leaving for a turbulent 17-match spell at Tottenham that ended in the sack.

Last weekend's home defeat against Crystal Palace proved the final straw for Graham Potter as West Ham boss. Potter, who lost five of West Ham's six games this season, was relieved of his duties less than 24 hours after holding his usual pre-match press conference on Friday.

West Ham United have parted ways with manager Graham Potter after the club made a disastrous start to the Premier League season. On Saturday (Sep 27), West Ham announced the departure of Potter as the club lies in the bottom three, having won only once so far. Potter is now likely to be replaced by Nuno Espirito Santo, who was recently sacked by Nottingham Forest. Potter sacked by West Ham "We believe that a change is necessary in order to help improve the team's position in the Premier League as soon as possible,” a statement from West Ham United read. "Results and performances over the course of the second half of last season and the start of the 2025-26 season have not matched expectations." "The board would like to thank Graham and his coaching staff for their hard work during their time with the Hammers and wish them every success for the future," the club added. ALSO READ | Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more "The process of appointing a replacement is underway. The club will be making no further comment at this time." Last weekend's home defeat against Crystal Palace proved the final straw. Potter, who lost five of West Ham's six games this season, was relieved of his duties less than 24 hours after holding his usual pre-match press conference on Friday. ALSO READ | From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history Nuno tipped to take over Former Tottenham and Wolves boss Nuno was sacked by Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis three weeks ago after the pair fell out over the club's transfer policy. Nuno earned praise for lifting Forest into European competition for the first time in 30 years last season via a seventh-place finish in the Premier League. He also impressed at Wolves, helping establish them in the top-flight before leaving for a turbulent 17-match spell at Tottenham that ended in the sack.

Last weekend's home defeat against Crystal Palace proved the final straw for Graham Potter as West Ham boss. Potter, who lost five of West Ham's six games this season, was relieved of his duties less than 24 hours after holding his usual pre-match press conference on Friday.

Premier League: West Ham sack manager Graham Potter after poor start, Nuno Espirito Santo likely to take over

India and Pakistan are set to face off in a thrilling Asia Cup 2025 final on Sunday, (Sep 28) at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. This will mark the first time these two arch-rivals meet in an Asia Cup final since the tournament began in 1984. India enter the summit match on an unbeaten streak, having won all their games so far. Pakistan, despite two losses to India earlier in the tournament, fought back strongly by defeating Bangladesh and Sri Lanka to secure their place in the summit clash.&nbsp;Before the exciting final begins, let’s take a look at the last five times India and Pakistan faced each other in tournament finals.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-pak-asia-cup-2025-final-live-streaming-and-weather-forecast-when-and-where-to-watch-live-in-india-1758957001695">IND vs PAK, Asia Cup 2025 Final, live streaming and weather forecast: When and where to watch live in India</a><h2>IND vs PAK (last five Final games)</h2>India and Pakistan will meet in a major tournament final after eight years. So far, they have played five finals in big limited-overs tournaments with more than five teams.&nbsp;&nbsp;Pakistan hold a slight advantage, having won three out of those five finals, whereas India have emerged victorious twice.&nbsp;India’s victories came in the Benson &amp; Hedges World Championship of Cricket in 1985 and the inaugural T20 World Cup in 2007. Pakistan won the other three finals, the Austral-Asia Cup in 1986 and 1994, and the Champions Trophy in 2017.<h2>1985 Benson and Hedges World Championship of Cricket Final</h2>India dominated Pakistan at Melbourne Cricket Ground, winning by eight wickets with 17 balls to spare. Kris Srikkanth starred with a crucial 67, helping India secure a memorable victory.<h2>1986 Austral-Asia Cup Final</h2>In a nail-biting finish at Sharjah, Pakistan edged out India by just one wicket. Javed Miandad’s unbeaten 116 guided Pakistan to a thrilling win in one of the closest India-Pakistan finals ever.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/asia-cup-2025-abhishek-sharma-breaks-multiple-records-with-blistering-fifty-against-sri-lanka-details-inside-1758958717751">Asia Cup 2025: Abhishek Sharma breaks multiple records with blistering fifty against Sri Lanka. Details inside</a><h2>1994 Austral-Asia Cup Final</h2>Pakistan won comfortably against India by 39 runs in Sharjah. Aamer Sohail’s all-round performance, including a vital 69 and two wickets, played a big part in Pakistan’s strong victory.<h2>2007 ICC T20I World Cup Final</h2>India triumphed over Pakistan by 5 runs in a thrilling Johannesburg final. Irfan Pathan’s excellent bowling figures of 3/16 helped India hold their nerves and claim the inaugural T20i World Cup in a high-pressure encounter.<h2>2017 ICC Champions Trophy Final</h2>Pakistan crushed India by 180 runs at The Oval, thanks to a brilliant century by Fakhar Zaman. It was a dominating performance by Pakistan as chasing 339, Virat Kohli's men could manage just 158 runs.

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Year</td><td>Tournament</td><td>Venue</td><td>Result</td></tr><tr><td>1985</td><td>Benson and Hedges World Championship of Cricket</td><td>Melbourne Cricket Ground</td><td>India beat Pakistan by 8 wickets&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>1986</td><td>Austral-Asia Cup&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</td><td>Sharjah</td><td>Pakistan beat India by 1 wicket&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>1994</td><td>Austral-Asia Cup&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</td><td>Sharjah</td><td>Pakistan beat India by 39 runs&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>2007</td><td>T20I World Cup</td><td>Johannesburg</td><td>India beat Pakistan by 5 runs</td></tr><tr><td>2017</td><td>Champions Trophy</td><td>The Oval, London</td><td>Pakistan beat India by 180 runs&nbsp;</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

 India and Pakistan will meet in a major tournament final after eight years and for the first time in Asia Cup. So far, they have played five finals in big limited-overs tournaments with more than five teams. Let's have a glance at the result in those summit clashes.

India and Pakistan are set to face off in a thrilling Asia Cup 2025 final on Sunday, (Sep 28) at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. This will mark the first time these two arch-rivals meet in an Asia Cup final since the tournament began in 1984. India enter the summit match on an unbeaten streak, having won all their games so far. Pakistan, despite two losses to India earlier in the tournament, fought back strongly by defeating Bangladesh and Sri Lanka to secure their place in the summit clash. Before the exciting final begins, let’s take a look at the last five times India and Pakistan faced each other in tournament finals. Also read | IND vs PAK, Asia Cup 2025 Final, live streaming and weather forecast: When and where to watch live in India IND vs PAK (last five Final games) India and Pakistan will meet in a major tournament final after eight years. So far, they have played five finals in big limited-overs tournaments with more than five teams. Pakistan hold a slight advantage, having won three out of those five finals, whereas India have emerged victorious twice. India’s victories came in the Benson & Hedges World Championship of Cricket in 1985 and the inaugural T20 World Cup in 2007. Pakistan won the other three finals, the Austral-Asia Cup in 1986 and 1994, and the Champions Trophy in 2017. 1985 Benson and Hedges World Championship of Cricket Final India dominated Pakistan at Melbourne Cricket Ground, winning by eight wickets with 17 balls to spare. Kris Srikkanth starred with a crucial 67, helping India secure a memorable victory. 1986 Austral-Asia Cup Final In a nail-biting finish at Sharjah, Pakistan edged out India by just one wicket. Javed Miandad’s unbeaten 116 guided Pakistan to a thrilling win in one of the closest India-Pakistan finals ever. Also read | Asia Cup 2025: Abhishek Sharma breaks multiple records with blistering fifty against Sri Lanka. Details inside 1994 Austral-Asia Cup Final Pakistan won comfortably against India by 39 runs in Sharjah. Aamer Sohail’s all-round performance, including a vital 69 and two wickets, played a big part in Pakistan’s strong victory. 2007 ICC T20I World Cup Final India triumphed over Pakistan by 5 runs in a thrilling Johannesburg final. Irfan Pathan’s excellent bowling figures of 3/16 helped India hold their nerves and claim the inaugural T20i World Cup in a high-pressure encounter. 2017 ICC Champions Trophy Final Pakistan crushed India by 180 runs at The Oval, thanks to a brilliant century by Fakhar Zaman. It was a dominating performance by Pakistan as chasing 339, Virat Kohli's men could manage just 158 runs.

India and Pakistan will meet in a major tournament final after eight years and for the first time in Asia Cup. So far, they have played five finals in big limited-overs tournaments with more than five teams. Let's have a glance at the result in those summit clashes.

Asia Cup 2025: Last five results of Ind vs Pak in major tournament finals, will Men in Blue turn the tables?

&nbsp;The Premier League season is up and running as Liverpool lead the title race in the early months of the 2025-26 season. The Reds, who secured their second Premier League title, were guided by the excellent Arne Slot as he stamped his authority on English football in his first season. Slot became the latest foreign manager to lift the holy grail of English football, meaning the wait for an English manager to win the top-flight title continues.<h2>Who was the last English manager to win top-flight title?</h2>Over the years, some great managers have won the Premier League title, including Sir Alex Ferguson, Pep Guardiola, Jose Mourinho and others, but no English manager has ever managed to get their hands on it. In fact, the last English manager to win the top-flight title was in the old version when the Premier League was yet to commence.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-women-s-odi-world-cup-2025-all-you-need-to-know-about-indian-women-s-team-schedule-squad-fixtures-and-more-1758556378933">Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more</a>&nbsp;Howard Wilkinson was the last English manager to win the top-flight title in England when his Leeds United side piped giants like Manchester United, Liverpool and others in the 1991-92 season. Ever since, the title has not been lifted by an English football manager. Wilkinson’s side clinched the title with 82 points in 42 matches as they won 22 matches, drew 16 and lost only four matches throughout the season.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/5-players-with-most-runs-in-women-s-odi-world-cup-history-debbie-hockley-mithali-raj-janette-brittin-charlotte-edwards-suzie-bates-1757606297874">From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history</a><h2>Which English manager came closest to winning Premier League title?</h2>Ever since Wilkinson’s achievement, Ron Atkinson is the closest to having come to winning the top flight of English football. Atkinson, who managed Manchester United between 1981 and 1986, finished runners-up in the inaugural Premier League season. Since then, Kevin Keegan’s Newcastle United came close to lifting the title when they had a 12-point advantage over Manchester United in the 1995-96 season.&nbsp;However, after a dramatic collapse, Newcastle would finish second and Manchester United would go on to win the title.

Over the years, some great managers have won the Premier League title, including Sir Alex Ferguson, Pep Guardiola, Jose Mourinho and others, but no English manager has ever managed to get their hands on it.

The Premier League season is up and running as Liverpool lead the title race in the early months of the 2025-26 season. The Reds, who secured their second Premier League title, were guided by the excellent Arne Slot as he stamped his authority on English football in his first season. Slot became the latest foreign manager to lift the holy grail of English football, meaning the wait for an English manager to win the top-flight title continues. Who was the last English manager to win top-flight title? Over the years, some great managers have won the Premier League title, including Sir Alex Ferguson, Pep Guardiola, Jose Mourinho and others, but no English manager has ever managed to get their hands on it. In fact, the last English manager to win the top-flight title was in the old version when the Premier League was yet to commence. ALSO READ | Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more Howard Wilkinson was the last English manager to win the top-flight title in England when his Leeds United side piped giants like Manchester United, Liverpool and others in the 1991-92 season. Ever since, the title has not been lifted by an English football manager. Wilkinson’s side clinched the title with 82 points in 42 matches as they won 22 matches, drew 16 and lost only four matches throughout the season. ALSO READ | From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history Which English manager came closest to winning Premier League title? Ever since Wilkinson’s achievement, Ron Atkinson is the closest to having come to winning the top flight of English football. Atkinson, who managed Manchester United between 1981 and 1986, finished runners-up in the inaugural Premier League season. Since then, Kevin Keegan’s Newcastle United came close to lifting the title when they had a 12-point advantage over Manchester United in the 1995-96 season. However, after a dramatic collapse, Newcastle would finish second and Manchester United would go on to win the title.

Over the years, some great managers have won the Premier League title, including Sir Alex Ferguson, Pep Guardiola, Jose Mourinho and others, but no English manager has ever managed to get their hands on it.

Who was the last English football manager to win England's top flight title?

Indian southpaw batter Abhishek Sharma is on a dream run in the Asia Cup 2025. In just six innings, the explosive opener has scored 309 runs at a stunning strike rate of over 200, with three consecutive half-centuries to his name. His latest knock, a blistering 61 off just 31 balls, came in the final Super Four match against Sri Lanka at the Dubai International Stadium on Friday (Sep 26). Abhishek's carnage against Sri Lanka included eight boundaries and two sixes. With this knock, he not only helped India post a mammoth total but also shattered multiple records on the way.<h3>Key Records Broken by Abhishek Sharma</h3><ol><li>Most Runs in a single edition of the T20 Asia Cup: Abhishek surpassed Pakistan's Mohammad Rizwan’s record of 281 runs (2022) to become the highest run-getter in a single Asia Cup (T20I format).</li><li>Most Boundaries in a T20I Series/Tournament (Full-Member Nation): Abhishek has hit 50 boundaries in the tournament (31 fours and 19 sixes), beating Tillakaratne Dilshan’s record of 49 set in the 2009 T20 World Cup</li><li>Second-Highest strike rate (300+ Runs): His strike rate of 204.64 is the second-highest ever for a player scoring over 300 runs in a T20I series, just behind Australia’s Aaron Finch.</li></ol>Also read |<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-pak-asia-cup-2025-final-live-streaming-and-weather-forecast-when-and-where-to-watch-live-in-india-1758957001695"> IND vs PAK, Asia Cup 2025 Final, live streaming and weather forecast: When and where to watch live in India</a><h2>Dream Asia Cup 2025 for Abhishek Sharma</h2>So far in the Asia Cup, Abhishek has scored:<ol><li>74 off 39 balls vs Pakistan</li><li>75 off 37 balls vs Bangladesh</li><li>61 off 31 balls vs Sri Lanka</li><li>In the group stages, he scored 30 plus in all three matches, showing remarkable consistency.</li></ol>Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/those-who-live-in-glass-houses-shouldnt-throw-stones-indias-message-to-pakistan-on-refusing-handshakes-explained-1758611461000">'Those who live in glass houses shouldn’t throw stones': India’s message to Pakistan on refusing handshakes explained</a>&nbsp;Now, heading into the India vs Pakistan final, Abhishek needs just 12 more runs to break Virat Kohli’s record for most runs in a multi-nation T20I tournament, and 23 to surpass Phil Salt for most runs in a T20I series by a full-member player.

Sharma's carnage against Sri Lanka included eight boundaries and two sixes. With this knock, he not only helped India post a mammoth total but also shattered multiple records on the way.

Indian southpaw batter Abhishek Sharma is on a dream run in the Asia Cup 2025. In just six innings, the explosive opener has scored 309 runs at a stunning strike rate of over 200, with three consecutive half-centuries to his name. His latest knock, a blistering 61 off just 31 balls, came in the final Super Four match against Sri Lanka at the Dubai International Stadium on Friday (Sep 26). Abhishek's carnage against Sri Lanka included eight boundaries and two sixes. With this knock, he not only helped India post a mammoth total but also shattered multiple records on the way. Key Records Broken by Abhishek Sharma Most Runs in a single edition of the T20 Asia Cup: Abhishek surpassed Pakistan's Mohammad Rizwan’s record of 281 runs (2022) to become the highest run-getter in a single Asia Cup (T20I format). Most Boundaries in a T20I Series/Tournament (Full-Member Nation): Abhishek has hit 50 boundaries in the tournament (31 fours and 19 sixes), beating Tillakaratne Dilshan’s record of 49 set in the 2009 T20 World Cup Second-Highest strike rate (300+ Runs): His strike rate of 204.64 is the second-highest ever for a player scoring over 300 runs in a T20I series, just behind Australia’s Aaron Finch. Also read | IND vs PAK, Asia Cup 2025 Final, live streaming and weather forecast: When and where to watch live in India Dream Asia Cup 2025 for Abhishek Sharma So far in the Asia Cup, Abhishek has scored: 74 off 39 balls vs Pakistan 75 off 37 balls vs Bangladesh 61 off 31 balls vs Sri Lanka In the group stages, he scored 30 plus in all three matches, showing remarkable consistency. Also read | 'Those who live in glass houses shouldn’t throw stones': India’s message to Pakistan on refusing handshakes explained Now, heading into the India vs Pakistan final, Abhishek needs just 12 more runs to break Virat Kohli’s record for most runs in a multi-nation T20I tournament, and 23 to surpass Phil Salt for most runs in a T20I series by a full-member player.

Abhishek Sharma's carnage against Sri Lanka included eight boundaries and two sixes. With this knock, he not only helped India post a mammoth total but also shattered multiple records on the way.

Asia Cup 2025: Abhishek Sharma breaks multiple records with blistering fifty against Sri Lanka. Details inside

India and Pakistan are set to face off in a thrilling Asia Cup 2025 final on Sunday, (Sep 28) at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. This will mark the first time these two arch-rivals meet in an Asia Cup final since the tournament began in 1984. India enters the match on an unbeaten streak, having won all their games so far. Pakistan, despite two losses to India earlier in the tournament, fought back strongly by defeating Bangladesh and Sri Lanka to secure their place in the summit clash. As the much-anticipated showdown approaches, here are the key details for live streaming and the weather forecast to keep an eye on.&nbsp;<ul><li>Tournament:&nbsp;Asia Cup 2025</li><li>Date: 28 Sep,2025</li><li>Venue:&nbsp;Dubai International Cricket Stadium, United Arab Emirates.</li><li>Time (IST):&nbsp;8 PM</li></ul>Also read | Asia Cup 2025, updated points table: India win Super Over against Sri Lanka; heads to final unbeaten<h2>IND vs PAK Live Streaming: How to Watch Asia Cup 2025 Final Match Online and on TV</h2>As India and Pakistan prepare to face off in Asia Cup 2025 final at Dubai International Cricket Stadium, here are the live streaming and broadcast details for fans in India to catch the match live.<h2>Where to watch the India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2025 Final live stream in India?</h2>The India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2025 final will be streamed live on the SonyLIV app and website, as well as on FanCode.<h2>Where to watch the India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2025 Final live telecast on TV in India?</h2>The India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2025 final will be live telecast on the Sony Sports Network in India.<h2>IND vs PAK Weather Forecast: Will rain affect the Asia Cup Final?</h2>The weather in Dubai is expected to be hot and humid, with temperatures ranging from 36°C to 38°C when the game starts at 8:00 PM IST. No rain is expected during the match, but the intense heat will pose a challenge for the players. The humidity level will be around 50 per cent during the match.<h2>When and where will the India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2025 Final take place?</h2>The India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2025 final will be played at Dubai International Cricket Stadium on 28 Sep 2025. The match will start at 8:00 PM IST.<h2>When will the toss of the India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2025 Final take place?</h2>The toss for the India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2025 final is scheduled to take place at 7:30 PM IST.

 India enters the match on an unbeaten streak, having won all their games so far. Pakistan, despite two losses to India earlier in the tournament, fought back strongly by defeating Bangladesh and Sri Lanka to secure their place in the summit clash.

India and Pakistan are set to face off in a thrilling Asia Cup 2025 final on Sunday, (Sep 28) at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. This will mark the first time these two arch-rivals meet in an Asia Cup final since the tournament began in 1984. India enters the match on an unbeaten streak, having won all their games so far. Pakistan, despite two losses to India earlier in the tournament, fought back strongly by defeating Bangladesh and Sri Lanka to secure their place in the summit clash. As the much-anticipated showdown approaches, here are the key details for live streaming and the weather forecast to keep an eye on. Tournament: Asia Cup 2025 Date: 28 Sep,2025 Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium, United Arab Emirates. Time (IST): 8 PM Also read | Asia Cup 2025, updated points table: India win Super Over against Sri Lanka; heads to final unbeaten IND vs PAK Live Streaming: How to Watch Asia Cup 2025 Final Match Online and on TV As India and Pakistan prepare to face off in Asia Cup 2025 final at Dubai International Cricket Stadium, here are the live streaming and broadcast details for fans in India to catch the match live. Where to watch the India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2025 Final live stream in India? The India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2025 final will be streamed live on the SonyLIV app and website, as well as on FanCode. Where to watch the India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2025 Final live telecast on TV in India? The India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2025 final will be live telecast on the Sony Sports Network in India. IND vs PAK Weather Forecast: Will rain affect the Asia Cup Final? The weather in Dubai is expected to be hot and humid, with temperatures ranging from 36°C to 38°C when the game starts at 8:00 PM IST. No rain is expected during the match, but the intense heat will pose a challenge for the players. The humidity level will be around 50 per cent during the match. When and where will the India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2025 Final take place? The India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2025 final will be played at Dubai International Cricket Stadium on 28 Sep 2025. The match will start at 8:00 PM IST. When will the toss of the India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2025 Final take place? The toss for the India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2025 final is scheduled to take place at 7:30 PM IST.

&nbsp;India enters the match on an unbeaten streak, having won all their games so far. Pakistan, despite two losses to India earlier in the tournament, fought back strongly by defeating Bangladesh and Sri Lanka to secure their place in the summit clash.

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