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For the first time in Asia Cup history, India and Pakistan will face off in a final. After beating Bangladesh in their last group stage match in Dubai on Thursday (Sep 25), Pakistan qualified for the men’s Asia Cup 2025 final. They will face the 12-time winners and the defending champions, India, in the summit clash on Sunday (Sep 18) in Dubai. With this win, Bangladesh joined Sri Lanka in getting knocked out of the tournament. Meanwhile, India and Sri Lanka will face off in the final Super Four match on Friday (Sep 26) in Dubai. The result of this time will not affect the points table standings.&nbsp;After losing to India on Wednesday, tired and clueless Bangladesh faced Pakistan the very next day in Dubai, only to fall shy of a moderate target (136) by 11 runs. While Pakistan’s batting also fumbled in the first innings, having lost five wickets inside 11 overs, their bowling compensated, restricting Bangladesh to 124 for nine in 20 overs.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-wi-team-india-head-coach-ajit-agarkar-wants-no-repeat-of-new-zealand-series-result-in-2025-26-home-season-1758808773366">IND vs WI: Head coach Agarkar wants no repeat of ‘New Zealand series result’ in 2025/26 home season</a><h3>What happened in the match?</h3>Bangladesh won the toss and elected to field first, a decision they did not regret until they failed as a batting unit while chasing. Picking three wickets inside the seven overs, including Saim Ayub on his fourth duck of the tournament, Bangladesh enjoyed early success. While the wickets kept tumbling at the other end, handy contributions from the lower order ensured Pakistan posted a fighting total. &nbsp;Like how Pakistan began their innings, Bangladesh got off to the worst possible start, losing their opener Parvez Hossain Emon on a duck. Two more wickets inside the Powerplay pushed Bangladesh back against the wall before another one in the eighth over had them on the floor. &nbsp;Shamim Hossain was the only bright spot on their team, but he even failed to inspire Bangladesh to cross the winning line as they fell shy of the target by 11 runs. &nbsp;India and Pakistan will face off in the first-ever Asia Cup final on Sunday in Dubai.<h2>Updated Points Table -</h2>Super Four<figure class="table"><table><thead><tr><th>Team</th><th>Mat</th><th>Won</th><th>Lost</th><th>Tied</th><th>NR</th><th>Pts</th><th>NRR</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>India (Q)</td><td>2</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>4</td><td>+1.357</td></tr><tr><td>Pakistan (Q)</td><td>3</td><td>2</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>4</td><td>+0.329</td></tr><tr><td>Bangladesh (E)</td><td>3</td><td>1</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>2</td><td>-0.831</td></tr><tr><td>Sri Lanka (E)</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>-0.590</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

India and Pakistan haven't met in an Asia Cup final before this. 

For the first time in Asia Cup history, India and Pakistan will face off in a final. After beating Bangladesh in their last group stage match in Dubai on Thursday (Sep 25), Pakistan qualified for the men’s Asia Cup 2025 final. They will face the 12-time winners and the defending champions, India, in the summit clash on Sunday (Sep 18) in Dubai. With this win, Bangladesh joined Sri Lanka in getting knocked out of the tournament. Meanwhile, India and Sri Lanka will face off in the final Super Four match on Friday (Sep 26) in Dubai. The result of this time will not affect the points table standings. After losing to India on Wednesday, tired and clueless Bangladesh faced Pakistan the very next day in Dubai, only to fall shy of a moderate target (136) by 11 runs. While Pakistan’s batting also fumbled in the first innings, having lost five wickets inside 11 overs, their bowling compensated, restricting Bangladesh to 124 for nine in 20 overs. Also read | IND vs WI: Head coach Agarkar wants no repeat of ‘New Zealand series result’ in 2025/26 home season What happened in the match? Bangladesh won the toss and elected to field first, a decision they did not regret until they failed as a batting unit while chasing. Picking three wickets inside the seven overs, including Saim Ayub on his fourth duck of the tournament, Bangladesh enjoyed early success. While the wickets kept tumbling at the other end, handy contributions from the lower order ensured Pakistan posted a fighting total. Like how Pakistan began their innings, Bangladesh got off to the worst possible start, losing their opener Parvez Hossain Emon on a duck. Two more wickets inside the Powerplay pushed Bangladesh back against the wall before another one in the eighth over had them on the floor. Shamim Hossain was the only bright spot on their team, but he even failed to inspire Bangladesh to cross the winning line as they fell shy of the target by 11 runs. India and Pakistan will face off in the first-ever Asia Cup final on Sunday in Dubai. Updated Points Table - Super Four Team Mat Won Lost Tied NR Pts NRR India (Q) 2 2 0 0 0 4 +1.357 Pakistan (Q) 3 2 1 0 0 4 +0.329 Bangladesh (E) 3 1 2 0 0 2 -0.831 Sri Lanka (E) 2 0 2 0 0 0 -0.590

India and Pakistan haven't met in an Asia Cup final before this.&nbsp;

Asia Cup 2025, Updated Points Table: Pakistan set up final date with India after beating Bangladesh

After surviving a terrifying fireball crash that left him badly burned, French driver Romain Grosjean is back behind the wheel of a Formula 1 car. Nearly five years ago, during the 2020 Bahrain Grand Prix, Grosjean’s car broke through the barrier on the exit of Turn 3 and exploded into flames, making it one of the most shocking and dangerous accidents in F1 history. Miraculously, he escaped with serious burns on his hands but survived against all odds. Now, Grosjean will test the Haas VF-23 car at the Mugello circuit this Friday (Sep 25), marking his long-awaited return to Formula 1.&nbsp;<h3>What happened in the fireball crash?</h3>In the 2020 Bahrain Grand Prix, Grosjean’s car crashed into a barrier at high speed and burst into flames. The accident was one of the most shocking moments in recent Formula 1 history. Miraculously, Grosjean escaped with serious burns on both hands but survived against all odds. That race was his 179th and final Grand Prix in Formula 1 before he moved to race in the IndyCar series in the United States.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/tennis-what-is-a-calendar-golden-slam-in-tennis-meet-steffi-graff-to-achieve-it-1751813513490">What is a Calendar Golden Slam in Tennis? Meet the only player to achieve it</a>&nbsp;Since then, Grosjean has competed in IndyCar, earning six podium finishes and three pole positions in four seasons. But now, invited by his old team Haas, he will return to Formula 1 for a special test session called Testing of Previous Car (TPC) at the Mugello track in Italy.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Reunited for a special reunion ❤️ Former driver, Romain Grosjean returns to drive our VF-23 this Friday in Mugello at our TPC event. This marks the first time Romain has piloted an F1 car since the 2020 Bahrain Grand Prix.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/HaasF1?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#HaasF1</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/F1?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#F1</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/F1?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@F1</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/RGrosjean?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@RGrosjean</a> <a href="https://t.co/cROfhZSygM">pic.twitter.com/cROfhZSygM</a>&mdash; MoneyGram Haas F1 Team (@HaasF1Team) <a href="https://twitter.com/HaasF1Team/status/1971122580431225172?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 25, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Haas Team Principal, Ayao Komatsu, who has worked closely with Grosjean throughout his career, was quoted as saying to IANS, "I’m absolutely thrilled to be welcoming Romain Grosjean back into a Formula 1 car for the first time in five years but especially proud he’s returning in one of our cars; it’s only fitting.”<h2>Grosjean is excited to be back at F1</h2>Grosjean himself expressed his excitement, saying, "To say I’m excited to get back behind the wheel of a Formula 1 car would naturally be an understatement. I really can’t believe it’s been almost five years, but to come back and have this outing with my old team is truly something special."&nbsp;Adding a personal touch, Grosjean revealed that he will wear the helmet designed by his children, which he had planned to use for his farewell race in Abu Dhabi in 2020.

In the 2020 Bahrain Grand Prix, Grosjean’s car crashed into a barrier at high speed and burst into flames. The accident was one of the most shocking moments in recent Formula 1 history.

After surviving a terrifying fireball crash that left him badly burned, French driver Romain Grosjean is back behind the wheel of a Formula 1 car. Nearly five years ago, during the 2020 Bahrain Grand Prix, Grosjean’s car broke through the barrier on the exit of Turn 3 and exploded into flames, making it one of the most shocking and dangerous accidents in F1 history. Miraculously, he escaped with serious burns on his hands but survived against all odds. Now, Grosjean will test the Haas VF-23 car at the Mugello circuit this Friday (Sep 25), marking his long-awaited return to Formula 1. What happened in the fireball crash? In the 2020 Bahrain Grand Prix, Grosjean’s car crashed into a barrier at high speed and burst into flames. The accident was one of the most shocking moments in recent Formula 1 history. Miraculously, Grosjean escaped with serious burns on both hands but survived against all odds. That race was his 179th and final Grand Prix in Formula 1 before he moved to race in the IndyCar series in the United States. Also read | What is a Calendar Golden Slam in Tennis? Meet the only player to achieve it Since then, Grosjean has competed in IndyCar, earning six podium finishes and three pole positions in four seasons. But now, invited by his old team Haas, he will return to Formula 1 for a special test session called Testing of Previous Car (TPC) at the Mugello track in Italy.

In the 2020 Bahrain Grand Prix, Grosjean’s car crashed into a barrier at high speed and burst into flames. The accident was one of the most shocking moments in recent Formula 1 history.

Five years since horrific 'fireball' crash at Bahrain GP, Romain Grosjean is back in F1 as..

IPL franchise Rajasthan Royals (RR) have roped in its director of cricket and game legend Kumar Sangakkara to its coaching staff ahead of IPL 2026 in a massive yet crucial development. Since Rahul Dravid parted ways with the franchise a year after signing a multi-year deal with them, the inaugural champions brought in one of their administrators to lead the coaching staff heading into the IPL 2026 trade window. Having held the top post since 2021, Sangakkara has already started planning for the next season. He, however, has a bigger issue to cater to – the infamous Sanju Samson case.&nbsp;Since joining the franchise four years ago, Sangakkara has doubled up as head coach. Under his watch, the Samson-led franchise made the playoffs twice in four seasons. In 2022, Rajasthan reached its first IPL final since the inaugural edition in 2008, losing to newcomers Gujarat Titans. After a fifth-place finish in IPL 2023, Samson-led RR reached the playoffs the next time, only to bow out in Qualifier 2.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-wi-team-india-head-coach-ajit-agarkar-wants-no-repeat-of-new-zealand-series-result-in-2025-26-home-season-1758808773366">IND vs WI: Head coach Agarkar wants no repeat of ‘New Zealand series result’ in 2025/26 home season</a> &nbsp;Following IPL 2024, Dravid, who twice led the franchise (in his time), was named the new head coach shortly after leading the Indian Team to its second T20 World Cup in the Americas. However, his stint was short-lived despite the team offering him ‘a broader role’ in the franchise, but he chose against agreeing to it.&nbsp;<h3>Sangakkara’s priority &nbsp;</h3>Since attaining a new position, the former T20 WC winner with Sri Lanka, has an uphill task to cater to – the Sanju Samson case. Following the past season, Samson asked the franchise to release him, citing a change in his IPL career.&nbsp; &nbsp;Samson, who was among the six players retained by the franchise ahead of the last mega auction, featured in only nine games last season due to an injury, enduring a disappointing run, with RR also languishing at the bottom of the points table. &nbsp;Although Samson has cleared his intentions with his team, RR is yet to officially comment on this matter, with Sangakkara likely to play a key role in deciding Samson’s future in this cash-rich league. &nbsp;Meanwhile, RR is said to be retaining former Indian batter Vikram Rathore as the assistant coach, with Shane Bond likely to continue as the bowling coach. Besides, per the reports, Trevor Penney and Siddhartha Lahiri, who were part of Sangakkara’s support staff at RR previously, are said to be returning.

Samson, who was among the six players retained by the franchise ahead of the last mega auction, featured in only nine games last season due to an injury, enduring a disappointing run, with RR also languishing at the bottom of the points table.

IPL franchise Rajasthan Royals (RR) have roped in its director of cricket and game legend Kumar Sangakkara to its coaching staff ahead of IPL 2026 in a massive yet crucial development. Since Rahul Dravid parted ways with the franchise a year after signing a multi-year deal with them, the inaugural champions brought in one of their administrators to lead the coaching staff heading into the IPL 2026 trade window. Having held the top post since 2021, Sangakkara has already started planning for the next season. He, however, has a bigger issue to cater to – the infamous Sanju Samson case. Since joining the franchise four years ago, Sangakkara has doubled up as head coach. Under his watch, the Samson-led franchise made the playoffs twice in four seasons. In 2022, Rajasthan reached its first IPL final since the inaugural edition in 2008, losing to newcomers Gujarat Titans. After a fifth-place finish in IPL 2023, Samson-led RR reached the playoffs the next time, only to bow out in Qualifier 2. Also read | IND vs WI: Head coach Agarkar wants no repeat of ‘New Zealand series result’ in 2025/26 home season Following IPL 2024, Dravid, who twice led the franchise (in his time), was named the new head coach shortly after leading the Indian Team to its second T20 World Cup in the Americas. However, his stint was short-lived despite the team offering him ‘a broader role’ in the franchise, but he chose against agreeing to it. Sangakkara’s priority Since attaining a new position, the former T20 WC winner with Sri Lanka, has an uphill task to cater to – the Sanju Samson case. Following the past season, Samson asked the franchise to release him, citing a change in his IPL career. Samson, who was among the six players retained by the franchise ahead of the last mega auction, featured in only nine games last season due to an injury, enduring a disappointing run, with RR also languishing at the bottom of the points table. Although Samson has cleared his intentions with his team, RR is yet to officially comment on this matter, with Sangakkara likely to play a key role in deciding Samson’s future in this cash-rich league. Meanwhile, RR is said to be retaining former Indian batter Vikram Rathore as the assistant coach, with Shane Bond likely to continue as the bowling coach. Besides, per the reports, Trevor Penney and Siddhartha Lahiri, who were part of Sangakkara’s support staff at RR previously, are said to be returning.

Samson, who was among the six players retained by the franchise ahead of the last mega auction, featured in only nine games last season due to an injury, enduring a disappointing run, with RR also languishing at the bottom of the points table.

IPL 2026: Cricket great joins Rajasthan Royals’ backroom staff; Samson’s case on radar

The BCCI men’s selection committee named the 15-man squad for India’s two-match Test series against West Indies starting early next month. By picking all first-team players, the selectors indicated that they are serious about the World Test Championship (WTC) points. Moreover, following the last home Test series against New Zealand (wherein the Kiwis inflicted a 3-0 whitewash on the Asian heavyweights), head coach Ajit Agarkar admits he wants no repeat of that outcome as Team India gears up for the new home season.&nbsp;Barring Rishabh Pant, who sits out due to an injury, all players, including newly-appointed Test captain Shubman Gill, ace seamer Jasprit Bumrah and star all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja, made it to the squad regardless of some being part of the ongoing Asia Cup tournament in the UAE.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/-we-expected-a-little-bit-more-ajit-agarkar-opens-on-this-player-s-exclusion-from-windies-test-squad-1758794333959">'We expected a little bit more..': Ajit Agarkar opens on THIS player's exclusion from Windies Test squad</a> &nbsp;Although pacer Mohammad Shami and triple-centurion Karun Nair failed to get a recall, Devdutt Padikkal returns to the Test side, with uncapped keeper-batter N Jagadeesan getting his second India call-up. KL Rahul and Mohammed Siraj also retained their places as Team India ticked all boxes ahead of the bumper home season, including two Tests each against the West Indies and South Africa. &nbsp;"Of course, because of the WTC [World Test Championship], every Test match becomes very important," Agarkar said. "Obviously, we had a terrible series against New Zealand. Maybe it was a wake-up call. It was a lesson. We don't want that repeated. We've generally been, over a long time, very strong at home. It was after a while that we had a few bad results. And we want to try and put it behind. &nbsp;"All these four Test matches that we play at home, to West Indies and to South Africa, become very critical. We want to try and get as many points as possible, particularly at home. It's a game, so anything is possible. But we don't want to try and let what happened against New Zealand happen again,” he continued.&nbsp;<h3>NZ series did hurt India in many ways &nbsp;</h3>Since losing the three-match home series to New Zealand, India’s Test cricket has gone downwards. While they lost to Australia (1-3) Down Under, India somehow saved themselves from embarrassment with a 2-2 series result in the UK after winning the final Test at the Oval.&nbsp; &nbsp;Besides, India’s Test team lost three of its greatest servants during this phase, including two former captains, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli and Test great Ravichandran Ashwin.&nbsp;<h3>India’s Test squad for West Indies series – &nbsp;</h3>Shubman Gill (captain), Ravindra Jadeja (vice-captain), Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Sai Sudharsan, Devdutt Padikkal, Dhruv Jurel (wk), N. Jagadeesan (wk), Nitish Reddy, Washington Sundar, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna

Following the last home Test series against New Zealand (wherein the Kiwis inflicted a 3-0 whitewash on the Asian heavyweights), head coach Ajit Agarkar admits he wants no repeat of that outcome as Team India gears up for the new home season.

The BCCI men’s selection committee named the 15-man squad for India’s two-match Test series against West Indies starting early next month. By picking all first-team players, the selectors indicated that they are serious about the World Test Championship (WTC) points. Moreover, following the last home Test series against New Zealand (wherein the Kiwis inflicted a 3-0 whitewash on the Asian heavyweights), head coach Ajit Agarkar admits he wants no repeat of that outcome as Team India gears up for the new home season. Barring Rishabh Pant, who sits out due to an injury, all players, including newly-appointed Test captain Shubman Gill, ace seamer Jasprit Bumrah and star all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja, made it to the squad regardless of some being part of the ongoing Asia Cup tournament in the UAE. Also read | 'We expected a little bit more..': Ajit Agarkar opens on THIS player's exclusion from Windies Test squad Although pacer Mohammad Shami and triple-centurion Karun Nair failed to get a recall, Devdutt Padikkal returns to the Test side, with uncapped keeper-batter N Jagadeesan getting his second India call-up. KL Rahul and Mohammed Siraj also retained their places as Team India ticked all boxes ahead of the bumper home season, including two Tests each against the West Indies and South Africa. "Of course, because of the WTC [World Test Championship], every Test match becomes very important," Agarkar said. "Obviously, we had a terrible series against New Zealand. Maybe it was a wake-up call. It was a lesson. We don't want that repeated. We've generally been, over a long time, very strong at home. It was after a while that we had a few bad results. And we want to try and put it behind. "All these four Test matches that we play at home, to West Indies and to South Africa, become very critical. We want to try and get as many points as possible, particularly at home. It's a game, so anything is possible. But we don't want to try and let what happened against New Zealand happen again,” he continued. NZ series did hurt India in many ways Since losing the three-match home series to New Zealand, India’s Test cricket has gone downwards. While they lost to Australia (1-3) Down Under, India somehow saved themselves from embarrassment with a 2-2 series result in the UK after winning the final Test at the Oval. Besides, India’s Test team lost three of its greatest servants during this phase, including two former captains, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli and Test great Ravichandran Ashwin. India’s Test squad for West Indies series – Shubman Gill (captain), Ravindra Jadeja (vice-captain), Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Sai Sudharsan, Devdutt Padikkal, Dhruv Jurel (wk), N. Jagadeesan (wk), Nitish Reddy, Washington Sundar, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna

Following the last home Test series against New Zealand (wherein the Kiwis inflicted a 3-0 whitewash on the Asian heavyweights), head coach Ajit Agarkar admits he wants no repeat of that outcome as Team India gears up for the new home season.

IND vs WI: Head coach Agarkar wants no repeat of ‘New Zealand series result’ in 2025/26 home season

Paris Saint-Germain star Achraf Hakimi, who is being investigated over an alleged rape, said he has "peace of mind" and expects to be cleared of the accusations. Last month, French prosecutors called for the 26-year-old Morocco international to face trial over the allegations that he raped a 24-year-old woman that he had met over social media.&nbsp;"I know that what I am accused of is a lie," Hakimi told journalist Mouloud Achour in an interview for the "Clique" show to be aired on Canal+, a clip of which was broadcast on Wednesday night. "I know that I have not done anything and that I would never do that," the Madrid-born Hakimi said in Spanish.&nbsp;"Today, I have peace of mind.... hoping that the truth will soon be revealed."&nbsp;Hakimi, who helped Morocco to their historic progress to the semi-finals of the 2022 World Cup, was charged in March, 2023 with raping the woman.&nbsp;Hakimi allegedly paid for his accuser to travel to his home on February 25, 2023, in the Paris suburb of Boulogne-Billancourt while his wife, from whom he has since divorced, and children were away on holiday.&nbsp;The woman went to a police station following the encounter alleging rape and was questioned by police.&nbsp;Although the woman refused to make a formal accusation, prosecutors decided to press charges against the player.&nbsp;Hakimi insists that he is the victim of an extortion attempt.&nbsp;On August 1, the Nanterre prosecutor's office told AFP that they had requested that the investigating judge refer the rape charge to a criminal court.&nbsp;"Nothing in the case lends in any way to a characterising of extortion," the alleged victim's lawyer Rachel-Flore Pardo told AFP on Thursday.&nbsp;"Mr Hakimi is trying to create a counter-fire that we are used to in cases of sexual violence."&nbsp;Hakimi has continued to play for PSG and his country since the allegations first surfaced, even winning the Champions League with the Qatari-owned French club in May.&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.

Hakimi, who helped Morocco to their historic progress to the semi-finals of the 2022 World Cup, was charged in March, 2023 with raping the woman.

Paris Saint-Germain star Achraf Hakimi, who is being investigated over an alleged rape, said he has "peace of mind" and expects to be cleared of the accusations. Last month, French prosecutors called for the 26-year-old Morocco international to face trial over the allegations that he raped a 24-year-old woman that he had met over social media. "I know that what I am accused of is a lie," Hakimi told journalist Mouloud Achour in an interview for the "Clique" show to be aired on Canal+, a clip of which was broadcast on Wednesday night. "I know that I have not done anything and that I would never do that," the Madrid-born Hakimi said in Spanish. "Today, I have peace of mind.... hoping that the truth will soon be revealed." Hakimi, who helped Morocco to their historic progress to the semi-finals of the 2022 World Cup, was charged in March, 2023 with raping the woman. Hakimi allegedly paid for his accuser to travel to his home on February 25, 2023, in the Paris suburb of Boulogne-Billancourt while his wife, from whom he has since divorced, and children were away on holiday. The woman went to a police station following the encounter alleging rape and was questioned by police. Although the woman refused to make a formal accusation, prosecutors decided to press charges against the player. Hakimi insists that he is the victim of an extortion attempt. On August 1, the Nanterre prosecutor's office told AFP that they had requested that the investigating judge refer the rape charge to a criminal court. "Nothing in the case lends in any way to a characterising of extortion," the alleged victim's lawyer Rachel-Flore Pardo told AFP on Thursday. "Mr Hakimi is trying to create a counter-fire that we are used to in cases of sexual violence." Hakimi has continued to play for PSG and his country since the allegations first surfaced, even winning the Champions League with the Qatari-owned French club in May. 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.

Hakimi, who helped Morocco to their historic progress to the semi-finals of the 2022 World Cup, was charged in March, 2023 with raping the woman.

PSG’s Hakimi ‘at peace’ despite rape allegations; expects to be cleared sooner

World number one Carlos Alcaraz shrugged off an ankle injury to beat Argentina's Sebastian Baez 6-4, 6-2 on Thursday in a gritty start to his Japan Open campaign. US Open champion Alcaraz crumpled to the ground chasing a shot in the fifth game of the opening set in Tokyo and sat on the court grimacing for several minutes.&nbsp;The Spaniard had his left ankle heavily strapped during a medical timeout before gingerly returning. He soon began to move comfortably and broke world number 41 Baez to take a 5-4 lead. The match was delayed for a further half an hour as organisers closed the stadium roof with rain falling.&nbsp;Alcaraz returned strongly and closed out the first set before breezing past Baez in the second.&nbsp;"I have to see later if the outcome is going to be good," Alcaraz said of his injury after the match.&nbsp;Alcaraz is playing at the Japan Open for the first time and the crowd gave him a warm cheer as he emerged in a burgundy sleeveless outfit with platinum blond hair. But their applause soon turned to concern when he went down injured halfway through the first set, with his reaction suggesting he may be unable to continue.&nbsp;Alcaraz somehow found a way to carry on and went on to dominate the match, winning in 1 hour and 30 minutes when Baez hit a return long.&nbsp;Number two seed Taylor Fritz of the US survived a tough opening test against Canada's Gabriel Diallo to go through 4-6, 6-3, 7-6 (7/3).&nbsp;Fritz, the world number five, beat Alcaraz at the Laver Cup in San Francisco last week.&nbsp;Norway's number four seed Casper Ruud also advanced, with a 4-6, 6-1, 6-1 win over Japan's Shintaro Mochizuki.&nbsp;Number five seed Tomas Machac of the Czech Republic went out after losing 6-3, 7-6 (7/4) to Japanese qualifier Sho Shimabukuro.&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.

The Spaniard had his left ankle heavily strapped during a medical timeout before gingerly returning.

World number one Carlos Alcaraz shrugged off an ankle injury to beat Argentina's Sebastian Baez 6-4, 6-2 on Thursday in a gritty start to his Japan Open campaign. US Open champion Alcaraz crumpled to the ground chasing a shot in the fifth game of the opening set in Tokyo and sat on the court grimacing for several minutes. The Spaniard had his left ankle heavily strapped during a medical timeout before gingerly returning. He soon began to move comfortably and broke world number 41 Baez to take a 5-4 lead. The match was delayed for a further half an hour as organisers closed the stadium roof with rain falling. Alcaraz returned strongly and closed out the first set before breezing past Baez in the second. "I have to see later if the outcome is going to be good," Alcaraz said of his injury after the match. Alcaraz is playing at the Japan Open for the first time and the crowd gave him a warm cheer as he emerged in a burgundy sleeveless outfit with platinum blond hair. But their applause soon turned to concern when he went down injured halfway through the first set, with his reaction suggesting he may be unable to continue. Alcaraz somehow found a way to carry on and went on to dominate the match, winning in 1 hour and 30 minutes when Baez hit a return long. Number two seed Taylor Fritz of the US survived a tough opening test against Canada's Gabriel Diallo to go through 4-6, 6-3, 7-6 (7/3). Fritz, the world number five, beat Alcaraz at the Laver Cup in San Francisco last week. Norway's number four seed Casper Ruud also advanced, with a 4-6, 6-1, 6-1 win over Japan's Shintaro Mochizuki. Number five seed Tomas Machac of the Czech Republic went out after losing 6-3, 7-6 (7/4) to Japanese qualifier Sho Shimabukuro. 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.

The Spaniard had his left ankle heavily strapped during a medical timeout before gingerly returning.

Carlos Alcaraz survives injury scare, rain delay to win Tokyo opener

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Thursday (Sep 25) announced the Indian team for the upcoming West Indies Test series, which is starting from Oct 2. One notable inclusion is Tamil Nadu’s Narayan Jagadeesan, who has been named in India’s Test squad for the two-match series. The first Test will be held in Ahmedabad on October 2, with the second scheduled for Delhi on October 10.&nbsp;The youngest player in the squad is 22-year-old Nitish Kumar Reddy, followed by Yashasvi Jaiswal and Sai Sudharsan, both 23. At 36, Ravindra Jadeja, named as vice-captain and is the oldest player in the squad. Other senior players in the team include KL Rahul (33), Jasprit Bumrah (31), Kuldeep Yadav (30) and Mohammed Siraj (31).&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-announce-15-man-squad-for-home-test-vs-west-indies-four-time-ipl-winner-jadeja-named-vice-captain-under-skipper-gill-1758785868454">India announce 15-man squad for home Test vs West Indies, four-time IPL winner named Gill's deputy</a><h2>Who is Narayan Jagadeesan?</h2>Narayan Jagadeesan is a wicketkeeper-batter who plays domestic cricket for Tamil Nadu. He has also been part of the Chennai Super Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders in the Indian Premier League (IPL). So far, he has played in three IPL seasons - 2020, 2022, and 2023 and scored 162 runs in 13 matches at a strike rate of 110.20.&nbsp;Jagadeesan made his first-class debut in 2016 and made history during the Vijay Hazare Trophy by scoring 277 runs, which is the highest individual score in List A cricket. He also became the first player to score five consecutive centuries in men’s List A matches.&nbsp;In July 2025, Narayan Jagadeesan received his first call-up to the Indian cricket team. He was picked for the fifth Test against England as a replacement for the injured Rishabh Pant. However, Jagadeesan didn’t get a chance to play, as Dhruv Jurel was chosen as the first-choice wicketkeeper for that match.<h2>India squad for West Indies Tests</h2>Shubman Gill (captain), Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, B Sai Sudharsan, Devdutt Padikkal, Dhruv Jurel (wk), Ravindra Jadeja (vice-captain), Washington Sundar, Jasprit Bumrah, Axar Patel, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Kuldeep Yadav, N Jagadeesan (wicket-keeper)

Veteran Indian all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja, who has won four IPL titles (one with RR and three with CSK) has been named the vice-captain for the series .

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Thursday (Sep 25) announced the Indian team for the upcoming West Indies Test series, which is starting from Oct 2. One notable inclusion is Tamil Nadu’s Narayan Jagadeesan, who has been named in India’s Test squad for the two-match series. The first Test will be held in Ahmedabad on October 2, with the second scheduled for Delhi on October 10. The youngest player in the squad is 22-year-old Nitish Kumar Reddy, followed by Yashasvi Jaiswal and Sai Sudharsan, both 23. At 36, Ravindra Jadeja, named as vice-captain and is the oldest player in the squad. Other senior players in the team include KL Rahul (33), Jasprit Bumrah (31), Kuldeep Yadav (30) and Mohammed Siraj (31). Also Read - India announce 15-man squad for home Test vs West Indies, four-time IPL winner named Gill's deputy Who is Narayan Jagadeesan? Narayan Jagadeesan is a wicketkeeper-batter who plays domestic cricket for Tamil Nadu. He has also been part of the Chennai Super Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders in the Indian Premier League (IPL). So far, he has played in three IPL seasons - 2020, 2022, and 2023 and scored 162 runs in 13 matches at a strike rate of 110.20. Jagadeesan made his first-class debut in 2016 and made history during the Vijay Hazare Trophy by scoring 277 runs, which is the highest individual score in List A cricket. He also became the first player to score five consecutive centuries in men’s List A matches. In July 2025, Narayan Jagadeesan received his first call-up to the Indian cricket team. He was picked for the fifth Test against England as a replacement for the injured Rishabh Pant. However, Jagadeesan didn’t get a chance to play, as Dhruv Jurel was chosen as the first-choice wicketkeeper for that match. India squad for West Indies Tests Shubman Gill (captain), Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, B Sai Sudharsan, Devdutt Padikkal, Dhruv Jurel (wk), Ravindra Jadeja (vice-captain), Washington Sundar, Jasprit Bumrah, Axar Patel, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Kuldeep Yadav, N Jagadeesan (wicket-keeper)

Veteran Indian all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja, who has won four IPL titles (one with RR and three with CSK) has been named the vice-captain for the series

Who is Narayan Jagadeesan? India's new wicket-keeper who replaces Rishabh Pant for West Indies Test series

India on Thursday (September 25) announced the 15-member squad for the two-match home Test series against West Indies. This will be India's second Test series of the WTC 2025-27 after previously drawing the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy in England 2-2. The squad saw major changes as veteran Indian all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja has been named as the new vice-captain in place of Rishabh Pant, who is still recovering from a toe injury he picked up during the England tour. However, the biggest talking point was the exclusion of Karun Nair. After returning to the Test side earlier this year following an eight-year gap, Nair has now been dropped again.&nbsp;Also read |<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/asia-cup-2025-how-the-ring-of-fire-lighting-in-dubai-is-impacting-indias-fielding-performance-1758785640452"> Asia Cup 2025: How the ‘ring of fire’ lighting in Dubai is impacting India’s fielding performance</a><h2>Karun Nair out once again</h2>BCCI's chief selector, Ajit Agarkar, shared the reason behind the decision. Nair played four Tests during the England tour and scored 205 runs at an average of 25.62. He also hit a half-century in the final Test of the series, which India won by just six runs. Speaking about the call to drop him, Agarkar was quoted as saying to ANI, “I mean obviously, frankly, we expected a little bit more from him, he has played four Tests. We have spoken about one innings. As the way it is, I mean, we feel Padikkal (Devdutt) offers a little bit more at this point, and I wish we could have given everyone 15 or 20 Tests. Unfortunately, it doesn't work that way.”&nbsp;Agarkar supported the selection of Devdutt Padikkal, who has been showing good form lately. “He has been in the Test squad. I mean, he was in the Test squad in Australia. Played in Dharamsala against England, got a 50 there. He's shown some decent form with India A. Yeah, frankly, we expected a bit more from Karun on the England trip,” he added.&nbsp;Karun Nair, who once scored a memorable triple century in Test cricket, once again finds himself out of the squad as selectors continue to back younger players like Padikkal for the middle-order. India’s first Test against West Indies will begin on October 2 in Ahmedabad.<h2>India's squad for West Indies Test series</h2>Squad: Shubman Gill (captain), Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Sai Sudharsan, Devdutt Padikkal, Dhruv Jurel, Ravindra Jadeja (vice-captain), Washington Sundar, Jasprit Bumrah, Axar Patel, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Kuldeep Yadav and N Jagadeesan.

The biggest talking point was the exclusion of Karun Nair. After returning to the Test side earlier this year following an eight-year gap, Nair has now been dropped again.

India on Thursday (September 25) announced the 15-member squad for the two-match home Test series against West Indies. This will be India's second Test series of the WTC 2025-27 after previously drawing the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy in England 2-2. The squad saw major changes as veteran Indian all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja has been named as the new vice-captain in place of Rishabh Pant, who is still recovering from a toe injury he picked up during the England tour. However, the biggest talking point was the exclusion of Karun Nair. After returning to the Test side earlier this year following an eight-year gap, Nair has now been dropped again. Also read | Asia Cup 2025: How the ‘ring of fire’ lighting in Dubai is impacting India’s fielding performance Karun Nair out once again BCCI's chief selector, Ajit Agarkar, shared the reason behind the decision. Nair played four Tests during the England tour and scored 205 runs at an average of 25.62. He also hit a half-century in the final Test of the series, which India won by just six runs. Speaking about the call to drop him, Agarkar was quoted as saying to ANI, “I mean obviously, frankly, we expected a little bit more from him, he has played four Tests. We have spoken about one innings. As the way it is, I mean, we feel Padikkal (Devdutt) offers a little bit more at this point, and I wish we could have given everyone 15 or 20 Tests. Unfortunately, it doesn't work that way.” Agarkar supported the selection of Devdutt Padikkal, who has been showing good form lately. “He has been in the Test squad. I mean, he was in the Test squad in Australia. Played in Dharamsala against England, got a 50 there. He's shown some decent form with India A. Yeah, frankly, we expected a bit more from Karun on the England trip,” he added. Karun Nair, who once scored a memorable triple century in Test cricket, once again finds himself out of the squad as selectors continue to back younger players like Padikkal for the middle-order. India’s first Test against West Indies will begin on October 2 in Ahmedabad. India's squad for West Indies Test series Squad: Shubman Gill (captain), Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, Sai Sudharsan, Devdutt Padikkal, Dhruv Jurel, Ravindra Jadeja (vice-captain), Washington Sundar, Jasprit Bumrah, Axar Patel, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Kuldeep Yadav and N Jagadeesan.

This will be India's second Test series of the World Test Championship 2025-27 after previously drawing the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy in England 2-2

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India and Sri Lanka will face each other in game 18 of Asia Cup 2025 at the Dubai International stadium on Friday (Sep 26), marking the final match of the Super Four stage. With India already through to the final, they will use this game as a chance to test their bench strength and try out new combinations ahead of the big clash. On the other hand, Sri Lanka, having lost their previous two matches, will be eager to finish the tournament on a high note. As the match approaches, here are the live streaming details, pitch conditions, and other key factors to watch out for.&nbsp;<ul><li>Tournament:&nbsp;Asia Cup 2025</li><li>Date:&nbsp;Sep 26,2025</li><li>Venue:&nbsp;Dubai International Cricket Stadium, United Arab Emirates.</li><li>Time (IST):&nbsp;8 PM</li></ul>Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/asia-cup-2025-how-the-ring-of-fire-lighting-in-dubai-is-impacting-indias-fielding-performance-1758785640452">Asia Cup 2025: How the ‘ring of fire’ lighting in Dubai is impacting India’s fielding performance</a><h2>IND vs SL Live Streaming: How to Watch Asia Cup 2025 Super Four Match Online and on TV</h2>As India and Sri Lanka prepare to face off at the 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 Sri Lanka Asia Cup 2025 Super Four match live stream in India?</h2>The India vs Sri Lanka Asia Cup 2025 Super Four match will be streamed live on the SonyLIV app and website, as well as on FanCode.<h2>Where to watch the India vs Sri Lanka Asia Cup 2025 Super Four match live telecast on TV in India?</h2>The India vs Sri Lanka Asia Cup 2025 Super Four match live telecast will be available on the Sony Sports Network in India.<h2>IND vs SL Weather Forecast: Will rain affect the Asia Cup match?</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 Sri Lanka Asia Cup 2025 Super Four match take place?</h2>The India vs Sri Lanka Asia Cup 2025 Super Four match will be played at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on 26 Sep, 2025. The match will start at 8:00 PM IST.<h2>When will the toss of the India vs Sri Lanka Asia Cup 2025 Super Four match take place?</h2>The toss for the India vs Sri Lanka Asia Cup 2025 Super Four match is scheduled to take place at 7:30 PM IST.

India are already through to the final, they will use this game as a chance to test their bench strength and try out new combinations ahead of the big clash. On the other hand, Sri Lanka, having lost their previous two matches, will be eager to finish the tournament on a high note.

India and Sri Lanka will face each other in game 18 of Asia Cup 2025 at the Dubai International stadium on Friday (Sep 26), marking the final match of the Super Four stage. With India already through to the final, they will use this game as a chance to test their bench strength and try out new combinations ahead of the big clash. On the other hand, Sri Lanka, having lost their previous two matches, will be eager to finish the tournament on a high note. As the match approaches, here are the live streaming details, pitch conditions, and other key factors to watch out for. Tournament: Asia Cup 2025 Date: Sep 26,2025 Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium, United Arab Emirates. Time (IST): 8 PM Also read | Asia Cup 2025: How the ‘ring of fire’ lighting in Dubai is impacting India’s fielding performance IND vs SL Live Streaming: How to Watch Asia Cup 2025 Super Four Match Online and on TV As India and Sri Lanka prepare to face off at the 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 Sri Lanka Asia Cup 2025 Super Four match live stream in India? The India vs Sri Lanka Asia Cup 2025 Super Four match will be streamed live on the SonyLIV app and website, as well as on FanCode. Where to watch the India vs Sri Lanka Asia Cup 2025 Super Four match live telecast on TV in India? The India vs Sri Lanka Asia Cup 2025 Super Four match live telecast will be available on the Sony Sports Network in India. IND vs SL Weather Forecast: Will rain affect the Asia Cup match? 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 Sri Lanka Asia Cup 2025 Super Four match take place? The India vs Sri Lanka Asia Cup 2025 Super Four match will be played at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on 26 Sep, 2025. The match will start at 8:00 PM IST. When will the toss of the India vs Sri Lanka Asia Cup 2025 Super Four match take place? The toss for the India vs Sri Lanka Asia Cup 2025 Super Four match is scheduled to take place at 7:30 PM IST.

India are already through to the final, they will use this game as a chance to test their bench strength and try out new combinations ahead of the big clash. On the other hand, Sri Lanka, having lost their previous two matches, will be eager to finish the tournament on a high note.

IND vs SL, Asia Cup 2025 Super Four, live streaming and weather forecast: When and where to watch live in India

The controversies in two India vs Pakistan matches in the ongoing Asia Cup 2025 has reached the door steps of the International Cricket Council (ICC). The apex body administrators will be hearing the matter on the complaints filed by the two cricket bodies regarding gestures and comments made during the matches. The PCB, after India filed a <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">complaint against Pak cricketers Haris Rauf and Sahibzada Farhan</a> for provocative gestures, filed a protest against India skipper Suryakumar Yadav for his post-match comments after India vs Pakistan group stage match.<h2>Can Surya be fined by ICC for Pahalgam comments</h2>The ICC has listed the complaint by the PCB to be heard by match referee Richie Richardson as reported by the cricket news website Cricbuzz. The complaint involved Surya's comment after the first match against Pakistan in the tournament where he defended himself and the team not shaking hands with the Pakistan players after the match. At the presentation just after the match, he also had dedicated win to the Pahalgam terror attack victims and expressed solidarity with the Indian armed forces.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/india-announce-15-man-squad-for-home-test-vs-west-indies-four-time-ipl-winner-jadeja-named-vice-captain-under-skipper-gill-1758785868454">India announce 15-man squad for home Test vs West Indies</a>Surya was asked about handshake snub sprit of the game to which he had again cited solidarity with victims of Pahalgam terror attacks and Indian armed forces and said "some things are bigger than spirit of the game." The PCB had said in the complaint that the comments were 'political' which is not allowed as per the ICC laws.<h2>What is ICC's rule on political or personal comments by players</h2>The ICC rules bars players displaying personal message using clothing or gear unless approved in advance by both the players and the teams (or cricket boards) and ICC itself. The permission can't be given for messages pertaining to political, religious or racial in nature. To determine if a message was political in nature, ICC works on case by case basis with following rules:<ul><li>the views of any other relevant team or individual;</li><li>the likely sentiment and response in the media to the message in all relevant countries;</li><li>whether the message is a ‘one-off’ or whether it is to be displayed for a longer period;</li><li>the purpose and impact of conveying the message. By way of example only, and without limitation, where the purpose of a message appears to be commemorative in nature (e.g. the use of a black armband or a poppy) or to serve a charitable purpose (e.g. to generate funds or awareness for a non-political charitable cause), it is more likely to be permitted; where a message appears to indicate support for a particular government, political party or individual, it is more likely to be prohibited.</li></ul>

The ICC rules bars players displaying personal message using clothing or gear unless approved in advance by both the players and the teams (or cricket boards) and ICC itself. The permission can't be given for messages pertaining to political, religious or racial in nature.

The controversies in two India vs Pakistan matches in the ongoing Asia Cup 2025 has reached the door steps of the International Cricket Council (ICC). The apex body administrators will be hearing the matter on the complaints filed by the two cricket bodies regarding gestures and comments made during the matches. The PCB, after India filed a complaint against Pak cricketers Haris Rauf and Sahibzada Farhan for provocative gestures, filed a protest against India skipper Suryakumar Yadav for his post-match comments after India vs Pakistan group stage match. Can Surya be fined by ICC for Pahalgam comments The ICC has listed the complaint by the PCB to be heard by match referee Richie Richardson as reported by the cricket news website Cricbuzz. The complaint involved Surya's comment after the first match against Pakistan in the tournament where he defended himself and the team not shaking hands with the Pakistan players after the match. At the presentation just after the match, he also had dedicated win to the Pahalgam terror attack victims and expressed solidarity with the Indian armed forces. Also Read - India announce 15-man squad for home Test vs West Indies Surya was asked about handshake snub sprit of the game to which he had again cited solidarity with victims of Pahalgam terror attacks and Indian armed forces and said "some things are bigger than spirit of the game." The PCB had said in the complaint that the comments were 'political' which is not allowed as per the ICC laws. What is ICC's rule on political or personal comments by players The ICC rules bars players displaying personal message using clothing or gear unless approved in advance by both the players and the teams (or cricket boards) and ICC itself. The permission can't be given for messages pertaining to political, religious or racial in nature. To determine if a message was political in nature, ICC works on case by case basis with following rules: the views of any other relevant team or individual; the likely sentiment and response in the media to the message in all relevant countries; whether the message is a ‘one-off’ or whether it is to be displayed for a longer period; the purpose and impact of conveying the message. By way of example only, and without limitation, where the purpose of a message appears to be commemorative in nature (e.g. the use of a black armband or a poppy) or to serve a charitable purpose (e.g. to generate funds or awareness for a non-political charitable cause), it is more likely to be permitted; where a message appears to indicate support for a particular government, political party or individual, it is more likely to be prohibited.

The ICC rules bars players displaying personal message using clothing or gear unless approved in advance by both the players and the teams (or cricket boards) and ICC itself. The permission can't be given for messages pertaining to political, religious or racial in nature.

India skipper Suryakumar to face ICC hearing for 'standing up with Pahalgam victims' comment on Pak's complaint

India have reached the summit clash of the Asia Cup 2025, but they won’t be too happy with how things have gone on the field. Despite an unbeaten run, India’s fielding has been below par, with 12 catches dropped in the tournament so far, including nine in just the last two games. With the final just around the corner, the team will need to sharpen up, especially because, as the saying goes, ‘catches win you matches.’&nbsp;Spinner Varun Chakravarthy opened up on the issue and pointed to the unique lighting setup at the Dubai International stadium known as the ‘Ring of Fire’, as a possible reason for the fielding struggles.&nbsp;Also read |<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/asia-cup-2025-super-four-who-will-win-between-pakistan-vs-bangladesh-match-prediction-and-five-key-players-to-watch-out-for-1758780136559"> Asia Cup 2025, Super Four - Who will win between Pakistan vs Bangladesh: Match prediction and five key players to watch out for</a>&nbsp;“As they say, you can't give excuses at this level. As a team, we definitely have to start catching all those because we look like we will be qualifying for the finals, and we should be taking them,” Varun said, speaking to reporters after India's win over Bangladesh. “It comes in the eyesight sometimes and it’s a little bit of disturbance. We have to get acclimatised to it,” he added.&nbsp;&nbsp;So, what exactly is the ‘Ring of Fire’ and why does it make life tough for fielders? Let’s break it down below.<h2>What is the 'Ring of Fire' in Dubai Stadiums?</h2>The 'Ring of Fire' refers to the unique lighting system used at the Dubai International Stadium. Instead of traditional floodlights placed at four corners, the stadium is surrounded by a 360-degree circular array of lights built into the stadium roof, hence the term ‘Ring of Fire.’<h3>Why Does the ‘Ring of Fire’ Make Fielding Difficult?</h3><ol><li>Hard to spot the ball: Since the lights are spread all around the stadium roof in a circle, the brightness is even from all sides. This can confuse fielders when the ball goes high in the air it becomes difficult to see the ball clearly against the bright lights.</li><li>No shadows to help judge the ball: In regular stadiums, lights come from a few towers, so players can use the direction of light and shadows to judge how fast or where the ball is coming. But in Dubai, the lighting is the same from all sides, making it harder to understand how far or how fast the ball is coming down.</li><li>Ball gets lost in the lights: Especially in night games with a white ball, players can lose track of the ball for a moment when it goes high. That one-second confusion is enough to drop a catch and in close games, that can make a huge difference.</li></ol>

Despite an unbeaten run, India’s fielding has been below par, with 12 catches dropped in the tournament so far, including nine in just the last two games. With the final just around the corner, the team will need to sharpen up.

India have reached the summit clash of the Asia Cup 2025, but they won’t be too happy with how things have gone on the field. Despite an unbeaten run, India’s fielding has been below par, with 12 catches dropped in the tournament so far, including nine in just the last two games. With the final just around the corner, the team will need to sharpen up, especially because, as the saying goes, ‘catches win you matches.’ Spinner Varun Chakravarthy opened up on the issue and pointed to the unique lighting setup at the Dubai International stadium known as the ‘Ring of Fire’, as a possible reason for the fielding struggles. Also read | Asia Cup 2025, Super Four - Who will win between Pakistan vs Bangladesh: Match prediction and five key players to watch out for “As they say, you can't give excuses at this level. As a team, we definitely have to start catching all those because we look like we will be qualifying for the finals, and we should be taking them,” Varun said, speaking to reporters after India's win over Bangladesh. “It comes in the eyesight sometimes and it’s a little bit of disturbance. We have to get acclimatised to it,” he added. So, what exactly is the ‘Ring of Fire’ and why does it make life tough for fielders? Let’s break it down below. What is the 'Ring of Fire' in Dubai Stadiums? The 'Ring of Fire' refers to the unique lighting system used at the Dubai International Stadium. Instead of traditional floodlights placed at four corners, the stadium is surrounded by a 360-degree circular array of lights built into the stadium roof, hence the term ‘Ring of Fire.’ Why Does the ‘Ring of Fire’ Make Fielding Difficult? Hard to spot the ball: Since the lights are spread all around the stadium roof in a circle, the brightness is even from all sides. This can confuse fielders when the ball goes high in the air it becomes difficult to see the ball clearly against the bright lights. No shadows to help judge the ball: In regular stadiums, lights come from a few towers, so players can use the direction of light and shadows to judge how fast or where the ball is coming. But in Dubai, the lighting is the same from all sides, making it harder to understand how far or how fast the ball is coming down. Ball gets lost in the lights: Especially in night games with a white ball, players can lose track of the ball for a moment when it goes high. That one-second confusion is enough to drop a catch and in close games, that can make a huge difference.

Despite an unbeaten run, India’s fielding has been below par, with 12 catches dropped in the tournament so far, including nine in just the last two games. With the final just around the corner, the team will need to sharpen up.

Asia Cup 2025: How the ‘ring of fire’ lighting in Dubai is impacting India’s fielding performance

The Asia Cup 2025 is approaching its final stages, with India already securing their spot in the final on Sunday, September 28. India have been phenomenal throughout the tournament, riding a five-game winning streak. With just one more spot vacant to face India in the title clash, three teams, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka, are still in the hunt. Let’s break down how each team can qualify for the final.<h2>Pakistan</h2>Pakistan’s road to the final is straightforward: a win against Bangladesh, and they’re through. They’ve won one and lost one in the Super Four so far. A loss in their final game will end their Asia Cup 2025 journey and knock them out of contention.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/asia-cup-2025-super-four-who-will-win-between-pakistan-vs-bangladesh-match-prediction-and-five-key-players-to-watch-out-for-1758780136559">Asia Cup 2025, Super Four - Who will win between Pakistan vs Bangladesh: Match prediction and five key players to watch out for</a><h2>Bangladesh</h2>Bangladesh are in a similar position, with one win and one loss in the Super Four. Their fate depends on the clash against Pakistan. A victory will take them to the final, but if they fall short, their campaign ends right there. It’s all or nothing for them.<h2>Sri Lanka</h2>Sri Lanka’s chances of reaching the final are next to impossible. Even if they win their last game against India, it is highly unlikely that they will reach the final, as they have lost two of their previous games in the Super Four.<h2>Phenomenal run for India in the Asia Cup</h2>While the other teams battle it out for a place in the final, India has cruised through the Asia Cup 2025 with ease and remains unbeaten so far.&nbsp;In the group stage, they topped the table after convincing wins over the UAE, Pakistan, and Oman. Moving into the Super Four, India continued their dominance by beating both Pakistan and Bangladesh, securing their spot in the final with a game to spare.&nbsp;Their upcoming match against Sri Lanka is now just a formality. With qualification sealed, India might use this opportunity to test their bench strength and try out a few new combinations ahead of the big final.

With just one more spot vacant to face India in the title clash, three teams, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka, are still in the hunt. Let’s break down how each team can qualify for the final.

The Asia Cup 2025 is approaching its final stages, with India already securing their spot in the final on Sunday, September 28. India have been phenomenal throughout the tournament, riding a five-game winning streak. With just one more spot vacant to face India in the title clash, three teams, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka, are still in the hunt. Let’s break down how each team can qualify for the final. Pakistan Pakistan’s road to the final is straightforward: a win against Bangladesh, and they’re through. They’ve won one and lost one in the Super Four so far. A loss in their final game will end their Asia Cup 2025 journey and knock them out of contention. Also read | Asia Cup 2025, Super Four - Who will win between Pakistan vs Bangladesh: Match prediction and five key players to watch out for Bangladesh Bangladesh are in a similar position, with one win and one loss in the Super Four. Their fate depends on the clash against Pakistan. A victory will take them to the final, but if they fall short, their campaign ends right there. It’s all or nothing for them. Sri Lanka Sri Lanka’s chances of reaching the final are next to impossible. Even if they win their last game against India, it is highly unlikely that they will reach the final, as they have lost two of their previous games in the Super Four. Phenomenal run for India in the Asia Cup While the other teams battle it out for a place in the final, India has cruised through the Asia Cup 2025 with ease and remains unbeaten so far. In the group stage, they topped the table after convincing wins over the UAE, Pakistan, and Oman. Moving into the Super Four, India continued their dominance by beating both Pakistan and Bangladesh, securing their spot in the final with a game to spare. Their upcoming match against Sri Lanka is now just a formality. With qualification sealed, India might use this opportunity to test their bench strength and try out a few new combinations ahead of the big final.

With just one more spot vacant to face India in the title clash, three teams, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka, are still in the hunt. Let’s break down how each team can qualify for the final.

Asia Cup 2025: Who will face India in the final? Qualification chances for Pakistan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka

India have announced the 15-man squad for the upcoming two-Test West Indies series at home which starts from October 2 in Ahmedabad. The second Test will be played in Delhi from October 10 with Shubman Gill set to lead the side in both the matches as captain. Veteran all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja, who has won four IPL titles (one with RR and three with CSK) has been named the vice-captain for the series as wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant recuperates from toe fracture sustained on England tour.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/rohit-sharma-weight-loss-india-odi-captain-sheds-10-kg-in-fitting-response-to-critics-questioning-his-fitness-1758778945813">Rohit stuns internet with 10kg weight loss ahead of upcoming Australia tour</a><h2>Karun Nair dropped after failed England tour</h2>Karun Nair, who got his chance at redemption on India tour of England, has been dropped from the side after mediocre show. He scored only 205 runs in eight innings at an average of 25 with just one fifty on a tour where both teams combined to score 7,000 runs and 21 tons to go with 29 fifties. Devdutt Padikkal has retained has been roped in to replace Nair after strong showing in recent unofficial Test against Australia A.India have also named Narayan Jagadeesan as back-up wicketkeeper to Dhruv Jurel who is expected to take Pant's place behind the stumps. Premier pacer Jasprit Bumrah has been named in the squad as well despite concerns regarding his workload. Mohammed Sirah and Prasidh Krishna are other pacers in the 15-man team along with all-rounder Nitish Reddy as another pace option.With spin expected to play a dominant role, India have named Washington Sundar and Axar Patel as two more spin all-rounders along with Jadeja and Kuldeep Yadav is the lone specialist spinner.&nbsp;India squad for West Indies Tests: Shubman Gill (capt), Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, B Sai Sudharsan, Devdutt Padikkal, Dhruv Jurel (wk), Ravindra Jadeja (vice-capt), Washington Sundar, Jasprit Bumrah, Axar Patel, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Kuldeep Yadav, N Jagadeesan (wk)More to follow…

Veteran all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja, who has won four IPL titles (one with RR and three with CSK) has been named the vice-captain for the series as wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant recuperates from toe fracture sustained on England tour.

India have announced the 15-man squad for the upcoming two-Test West Indies series at home which starts from October 2 in Ahmedabad. The second Test will be played in Delhi from October 10 with Shubman Gill set to lead the side in both the matches as captain. Veteran all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja, who has won four IPL titles (one with RR and three with CSK) has been named the vice-captain for the series as wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant recuperates from toe fracture sustained on England tour. Also Read - Rohit stuns internet with 10kg weight loss ahead of upcoming Australia tour Karun Nair dropped after failed England tour Karun Nair, who got his chance at redemption on India tour of England, has been dropped from the side after mediocre show. He scored only 205 runs in eight innings at an average of 25 with just one fifty on a tour where both teams combined to score 7,000 runs and 21 tons to go with 29 fifties. Devdutt Padikkal has retained has been roped in to replace Nair after strong showing in recent unofficial Test against Australia A. India have also named Narayan Jagadeesan as back-up wicketkeeper to Dhruv Jurel who is expected to take Pant's place behind the stumps. Premier pacer Jasprit Bumrah has been named in the squad as well despite concerns regarding his workload. Mohammed Sirah and Prasidh Krishna are other pacers in the 15-man team along with all-rounder Nitish Reddy as another pace option. With spin expected to play a dominant role, India have named Washington Sundar and Axar Patel as two more spin all-rounders along with Jadeja and Kuldeep Yadav is the lone specialist spinner. India squad for West Indies Tests: Shubman Gill (capt), Yashasvi Jaiswal, KL Rahul, B Sai Sudharsan, Devdutt Padikkal, Dhruv Jurel (wk), Ravindra Jadeja (vice-capt), Washington Sundar, Jasprit Bumrah, Axar Patel, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Mohammed Siraj, Prasidh Krishna, Kuldeep Yadav, N Jagadeesan (wk) More to follow…

Veteran all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja, who has won four IPL titles (one with RR and three with CSK) has been named the vice-captain for the series as wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant recuperates from toe fracture sustained on England tour.

India announce 15-man squad for home Test vs West Indies, four-time IPL winner named Gill's deputy

Pakistan will face Bangladesh in Match 17 of the Asia Cup 2025 on Thursday, (Sep 25) at the Dubai International Stadium. With a spot in the final on the line, this virtual semi-final is a must-win for both sides; the winner advances, while the loser heads home. Ahead of this high-stakes showdown, here are five key players who could be game-changers.<h2>Fakhar Zaman (Pakistan)</h2>The attacking opener from Pakistan has built a reputation as a six-hitting batsman. 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.<h2>Litton Das (Bangladesh)</h2>The Bangladeshi captain has been in good batting form, scoring regular fifties in recent games. In 113 T20Is, he has 2,533 runs at a strike rate of 126.46. His solid batting at the top will be important for his team.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/pak-vs-ban-asia-cup-2025-super-four-live-streaming-and-weather-forecast-when-and-where-to-watch-live-in-india-1758696497457">PAK vs BAN, Asia Cup 2025 Super Four, live streaming and weather forecast: When and where to watch live in India</a><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>Saif Hassan (Bangladesh)</h2>Bangladesh opening batter Saif Hassan played a phenomenal knock of 69 runs off 51 deliveries against India. Although, Bangladesh lost the game, he will be high on confidence to face Pakistan.<h2>Mustafizur Rahman (Bangladesh)</h2>The experienced Bangladeshi left-arm pacer is vital for his team in the death overs with his clever cutters. In 117 T20Is, he has picked up 150 wickets at an average of 20.65 and an economy of 7.30. He is also the leading wicket-taker for Bangladesh in the T20I format.<h2>Asia Cup 2025: PAK vs BAN match prediction</h2>Both teams are desperate for a win as they aim to secure a spot in the final against India on Sunday, (Sep 28). Bangladesh hold a slight edge, having recently faced India at the Dubai International Stadium, the same venue where they’ll take on Pakistan. Their familiarity with the conditions and recent match experience at this ground could prove decisive. We predict a win for Bangladesh.

 With a spot in the final on the line, this virtual semi-final is a must-win for both sides; the winner advances, while the loser heads home. 

Pakistan will face Bangladesh in Match 17 of the Asia Cup 2025 on Thursday, (Sep 25) at the Dubai International Stadium. With a spot in the final on the line, this virtual semi-final is a must-win for both sides; the winner advances, while the loser heads home. Ahead of this high-stakes showdown, here are five key players who could be game-changers. Fakhar Zaman (Pakistan) The attacking opener from Pakistan has built a reputation as a six-hitting batsman. 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. Litton Das (Bangladesh) The Bangladeshi captain has been in good batting form, scoring regular fifties in recent games. In 113 T20Is, he has 2,533 runs at a strike rate of 126.46. His solid batting at the top will be important for his team. Also read | PAK vs BAN, Asia Cup 2025 Super Four, live streaming and weather forecast: When and where to watch live in India 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. Saif Hassan (Bangladesh) Bangladesh opening batter Saif Hassan played a phenomenal knock of 69 runs off 51 deliveries against India. Although, Bangladesh lost the game, he will be high on confidence to face Pakistan. Mustafizur Rahman (Bangladesh) The experienced Bangladeshi left-arm pacer is vital for his team in the death overs with his clever cutters. In 117 T20Is, he has picked up 150 wickets at an average of 20.65 and an economy of 7.30. He is also the leading wicket-taker for Bangladesh in the T20I format. Asia Cup 2025: PAK vs BAN match prediction Both teams are desperate for a win as they aim to secure a spot in the final against India on Sunday, (Sep 28). Bangladesh hold a slight edge, having recently faced India at the Dubai International Stadium, the same venue where they’ll take on Pakistan. Their familiarity with the conditions and recent match experience at this ground could prove decisive. We predict a win for Bangladesh.

&nbsp;With a spot in the final on the line, this virtual semi-final is a must-win for both sides; the winner advances, while the loser heads home.&nbsp;

Asia Cup 2025, Super Four - Who will win between Pakistan vs Bangladesh: Match prediction and five key players to watch out for

India ODI skipper Rohit Sharma's fitness has been an intense topic of discussion in the last couple of years. The Mumbai-based batter, who no longer plays T20Is or Tests for India, has turned it around in a stunning manner. Rohit last played for India in Champions Trophy in March earlier this year which India won under his captaincy. The Hitman since has retired from Tests and didn't play on India tour of England. He's next expected to play on India's white-ball tour of Australia where he'll be leading the ODI team.<h2>Rohit sheds 10 kg in sensational weight loss journey</h2>The Indian ODI skipper was out of competitive cricket since IPL 2025 and people started questioning his match fitness. The recently announced Bronco fitness test by the BCCI also pushed fans to ask if Rohit will be able to clear it.&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 complaints against Pak's Rauf, Farhan for gestures during India match</a>The Hitman, in a fitting response, has shed 10 kg weight as shared by former India assistant coach Abhishek Nayar in a social media post. Nayar, in his post, is standing by Rohit's side and wrote 10,000 grams as caption in a reference to the weight loss done by the India skipper. Have a look at the post below:

Rohit stuns internet with 10kg weight loss

<h2>Rohit's future with India</h2>Ever since Rohit announced retirement from Test earlier this year, following his retirement from T20Is last year after India's world cup win, there's been speculation around his future in the Indian team. The ODI World Cup is still two years away and by deciding to continue to play 50-over cricket, Rohit has indicated willingness to play another World Cup - and may be end it on a winning note after losing the final in the last ODI World Cup against Australia in 2023 at home. His participation, however, will be based on match-fitness and BCCI discretion come 2027 ODI World Cup.

Rohit, in a fitting response to critics questioning his fitness, has shed 10 kg weight as shared by former India assistant coach Abhishek Nayar in a social media post.

India ODI skipper Rohit Sharma's fitness has been an intense topic of discussion in the last couple of years. The Mumbai-based batter, who no longer plays T20Is or Tests for India, has turned it around in a stunning manner. Rohit last played for India in Champions Trophy in March earlier this year which India won under his captaincy. The Hitman since has retired from Tests and didn't play on India tour of England. He's next expected to play on India's white-ball tour of Australia where he'll be leading the ODI team. Rohit sheds 10 kg in sensational weight loss journey The Indian ODI skipper was out of competitive cricket since IPL 2025 and people started questioning his match fitness. The recently announced Bronco fitness test by the BCCI also pushed fans to ask if Rohit will be able to clear it. Also Read - BCCI files complaints against Pak's Rauf, Farhan for gestures during India match The Hitman, in a fitting response, has shed 10 kg weight as shared by former India assistant coach Abhishek Nayar in a social media post. Nayar, in his post, is standing by Rohit's side and wrote 10,000 grams as caption in a reference to the weight loss done by the India skipper. Have a look at the post below:

Rohit, in a fitting response to critics questioning his fitness, has shed 10 kg weight as shared by former India assistant coach Abhishek Nayar in a social media post.

India ODI captain Rohit stuns fans and critics with 10,000 grams weight loss ahead of upcoming Australia tour

The ongoing Asia Cup 2025 has become a battleground of tensions between India and Pakistan. The arch-rivals have played to matches and both of them saw more off field controversies than on the ground. The Board on Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) now has filed a complaint with the ICC against Pak cricketers Haris Rauf and Sahibzada Farhan for their gestures during the Super Four stage match on Sunday (Sep 21). In response, the PCB has lodged has protest with the apex body against India skipper Suryakumar Yadav for his comments on India's Pahalgam terror attack response which he made after first match on Sep 14.<h2>BCCI officially complains to ICC against Rauf, Farhan</h2>The BCCI has submitted the complain against Rauf and Farhan for their gestures in the Super Four match against India. Rauf had gestures 6-0 in reference to Pak's unfounded claim against downing Indian jets during exchange of hostilities in May earlier this year.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-asia-cup-2025-updated-points-table-india-enter-final-with-comprehensive-win-over-bangladesh-sri-lanka-out-1758739526019">Asia Cup 2025, Updated Points Table: India enter final with comprehensive win</a>Farhan, on the other hand, had done mocked gun shot firing using his bat post reaching his 50 in the same match. The ICC is in receipt of BCCI's complain, reported news agency PTI. The BCCI has also submitted video evidence to back their complaint as well. The duo are expected to appear before ICC Elite Panel referee Richie Richardson for a hearing if they deny the claims.<h2>PCB files protest against Surya</h2>In response to BCCI's complaint, the BCB has also filed protest against India skipper Suryakumar Yadav with the apex body as well. The protest is against Surya's remark post group stage match on Sep 14 where the Indian skipper justified not shaking hands post match and expressed solidarity with the victims of Pahalgam terror attack and showed support for Indian armed forces as well. PCB alleged the comments were 'political' and hence against the spirit of the game.

Rauf had gestures 6-0 in reference to Pak's unfounded claim against downing Indian jets while Farhan, on the other hand, had done mocked gun shot firing using his bat post reaching his 50 in the same match.

The ongoing Asia Cup 2025 has become a battleground of tensions between India and Pakistan. The arch-rivals have played to matches and both of them saw more off field controversies than on the ground. The Board on Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) now has filed a complaint with the ICC against Pak cricketers Haris Rauf and Sahibzada Farhan for their gestures during the Super Four stage match on Sunday (Sep 21). In response, the PCB has lodged has protest with the apex body against India skipper Suryakumar Yadav for his comments on India's Pahalgam terror attack response which he made after first match on Sep 14. BCCI officially complains to ICC against Rauf, Farhan The BCCI has submitted the complain against Rauf and Farhan for their gestures in the Super Four match against India. Rauf had gestures 6-0 in reference to Pak's unfounded claim against downing Indian jets during exchange of hostilities in May earlier this year. Also Read - Asia Cup 2025, Updated Points Table: India enter final with comprehensive win Farhan, on the other hand, had done mocked gun shot firing using his bat post reaching his 50 in the same match. The ICC is in receipt of BCCI's complain, reported news agency PTI. The BCCI has also submitted video evidence to back their complaint as well. The duo are expected to appear before ICC Elite Panel referee Richie Richardson for a hearing if they deny the claims. PCB files protest against Surya In response to BCCI's complaint, the BCB has also filed protest against India skipper Suryakumar Yadav with the apex body as well. The protest is against Surya's remark post group stage match on Sep 14 where the Indian skipper justified not shaking hands post match and expressed solidarity with the victims of Pahalgam terror attack and showed support for Indian armed forces as well. PCB alleged the comments were 'political' and hence against the spirit of the game.

Rauf had gestures 6-0 in reference to Pak's unfounded claim against downing Indian jets while Farhan, on the other hand, had done mocked gun shot firing using his bat post reaching his 50 in the same match.

BCCI files complaint against Pak cricketers Haris Rauf, Sahibzada Farhan for 'gun and airplane' gestures in Super 4 match vs India

New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge bashed his 50th and 51st home runs of the season on Wednesday to join an elite Major League Baseball club as the fourth player ever with four 50-homer campaigns. Judge is now tied for the most 50-homer seasons with legendary Babe Ruth, Mark McGwire and Sammy Sosa. Judge hit No. 50 in the second inning of the Yankees' 8-1 victory over the Chicago White Sox, a three-run blast off pitcher Jonathan Cannon that sailed into the Yankees' bullpen at Yankee Stadium and put the hosts up 3-1.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/michael-schumacher-health-all-you-need-to-know-about-formula-one-legend-s-current-condition-1758640279904">Michael Schumacher health: All you need to know about Formula One legend's current condition</a>He added his 51st homer of 2025 in the eighth inning to secure the 46th multi-homer game of his career.One night after the Yankees secured a post-season berth they pulled level atop the American League East division with the Toronto Blue Jays, who fell 7-1 to the Boston Red Sox."Big tone-setter for us tonight," Yankees manager Aaron Boone said of Judge. "A big three-run homer after we fell behind there and then took it from there."Another great evening for the captain."Judge set the American League record with 62 home runs in 2022. He also topped the 50-homer mark in 2017 and 2024.The Milwaukee Brewers closed in on the top seed in the National League with a 3-1 victory over the Padres in San Diego.The Brewers matched the franchise record for wins in a season with their 96th.They can secure the NL top seed with one more win or one Philadelphia defeat over the waning games of the season this week.The Phillies kept the heat on, pummelling the Miami Marlins 11-1 to secure a first-round bye.Kyle Schwarber hit his 55th and 56th home runs of the season -- part of Philadelphia's franchise-record eight homers in the game.Edmundo Sosa got in on the long-ball display, hitting a career-high three homers in his first game back from the injured list.

Judge is now tied for the most 50-homer seasons with legendary Babe Ruth, Mark McGwire and Sammy Sosa. Judge hit No. 50 in the second inning of the Yankees' 8-1 victory over the Chicago White Sox.

New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge bashed his 50th and 51st home runs of the season on Wednesday to join an elite Major League Baseball club as the fourth player ever with four 50-homer campaigns. Judge is now tied for the most 50-homer seasons with legendary Babe Ruth, Mark McGwire and Sammy Sosa. Judge hit No. 50 in the second inning of the Yankees' 8-1 victory over the Chicago White Sox, a three-run blast off pitcher Jonathan Cannon that sailed into the Yankees' bullpen at Yankee Stadium and put the hosts up 3-1. Also Read - Michael Schumacher health: All you need to know about Formula One legend's current condition He added his 51st homer of 2025 in the eighth inning to secure the 46th multi-homer game of his career. One night after the Yankees secured a post-season berth they pulled level atop the American League East division with the Toronto Blue Jays, who fell 7-1 to the Boston Red Sox. "Big tone-setter for us tonight," Yankees manager Aaron Boone said of Judge. "A big three-run homer after we fell behind there and then took it from there. "Another great evening for the captain." Judge set the American League record with 62 home runs in 2022. He also topped the 50-homer mark in 2017 and 2024. The Milwaukee Brewers closed in on the top seed in the National League with a 3-1 victory over the Padres in San Diego. The Brewers matched the franchise record for wins in a season with their 96th. They can secure the NL top seed with one more win or one Philadelphia defeat over the waning games of the season this week. The Phillies kept the heat on, pummelling the Miami Marlins 11-1 to secure a first-round bye. Kyle Schwarber hit his 55th and 56th home runs of the season -- part of Philadelphia's franchise-record eight homers in the game. Edmundo Sosa got in on the long-ball display, hitting a career-high three homers in his first game back from the injured list.

Judge is now tied for the most 50-homer seasons with legendary Babe Ruth, Mark McGwire and Sammy Sosa. Judge hit No. 50 in the second inning of the Yankees' 8-1 victory over the Chicago White Sox.

Yankees' Aaron Judge crosses 50 home runs for record equalling fourth time

Pakistan will face Bangladesh in the penultimate Super 4 match of the Asia Cup 2025 on Thursday, (Sep 25), at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. The winner will move on to the final to meet India, as Sri Lanka are already out of the race after India beat Bangladesh. Although Bangladesh lost to India by 41 runs, but they still have a chance to reach the summit clash. They'll be up against a confident Pakistan side that recently defeated Sri Lanka. Pakistan had earlier lost their first match to India but bounced back strongly with a win over the Lankans. As this crucial clash approaches, here’s a quick look at the key stats and details you need to know.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/pak-vs-ban-asia-cup-2025-super-four-live-streaming-and-weather-forecast-when-and-where-to-watch-live-in-india-1758696497457">PAK vs BAN, Asia Cup 2025 Super Four, live streaming and weather forecast: When and where to watch live in India</a><h2>Head-to-Head Record - Pakistan vs Bangladesh</h2>Pakistan and Bangladesh have clashed 25 times in T20I matches, with Pakistan dominating the rivalry, winning 20 of those encounters, while Bangladesh has emerged victorious in 5.&nbsp;<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: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><h2>Recent five results in Dubai International Stadium</h2><ul><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><li>Pakistan beat United Arab Emirates by 41 runs - 17 Sep 2025</li><li>Sri Lanka beat Hong Kong by 4 wickets - 15 Sep 2025</li></ul>

Pakistan and Bangladesh will face off in the ongoing Asia Cup 2025 Super Four, and both teams will be looking for a spot in the final to challenge Suryakumar Yadav's India.

Pakistan will face Bangladesh in the penultimate Super 4 match of the Asia Cup 2025 on Thursday, (Sep 25), at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. The winner will move on to the final to meet India, as Sri Lanka are already out of the race after India beat Bangladesh. Although Bangladesh lost to India by 41 runs, but they still have a chance to reach the summit clash. They'll be up against a confident Pakistan side that recently defeated Sri Lanka. Pakistan had earlier lost their first match to India but bounced back strongly with a win over the Lankans. As this crucial clash approaches, here’s a quick look at the key stats and details you need to know. Also Read - PAK vs BAN, Asia Cup 2025 Super Four, live streaming and weather forecast: When and where to watch live in India Head-to-Head Record - Pakistan vs Bangladesh Pakistan and Bangladesh have clashed 25 times in T20I matches, with Pakistan dominating the rivalry, winning 20 of those encounters, while Bangladesh has emerged victorious in 5. 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) Recent five results in Dubai International Stadium 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 Pakistan beat United Arab Emirates by 41 runs - 17 Sep 2025 Sri Lanka beat Hong Kong by 4 wickets - 15 Sep 2025

Pakistan and Bangladesh will face off in the ongoing Asia Cup 2025 Super Four, and both teams will be looking for a spot in the final to challenge Suryakumar Yadav's India.

Asia Cup 2025 Super Four, Pakistan vs Bangladesh match today: Head-to-head, ground stats, pitch conditions and more

India entered the final of the Asia Cup 2025 after they beat Bangladesh by 41 runs in the Super Four clash on Wednesday (Sep 24). Playing at the Dubai International Stadium, India got the better of Bangladesh despite a batting collapse as the Men in Blue are now a step away from defending their title. As things stand, India will now face the winners of the Bangladesh-Pakistan clash, which takes place on Thursday.<h2>What happened in the match?</h2>Having scored 74 against Pakistan, Abhishek continued to excel on Wednesday as he took the attack against Bangladesh. His 75-run innings included 5 sixes and 6 fours as he scored at a rate of 202. His fifty was scored in mere 25 balls and together with Gill, he stitched a partnership of 77 runs for the first wicket. The pair had earlier put together 105 runs for the opening wicket against Pakistan on Sunday in the first Super Four clash.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-asia-cup-2025-full-squads-complete-fixtures-date-time-venue-and-live-streaming-details-check-all-details-1755585771834">Asia Cup 2025: All you need to know - full squads, complete fixtures, date, time, venue and other key details</a>&nbsp;However, Abhishek was unfortunate to have been run out on the first ball of the 12th over after a poor call saw the end of his innings. His wicket also saw the collapse of the Indian batting innings as the Men in Blue slumped to a poor second half.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-rohit-sharma-to-virat-kohli-here-is-a-look-at-five-indian-batters-with-most-runs-in-asia-cup-odis-t20is-sachin-tendulkar-ms-dhoni-dhawan-1754123070628">From Rohit Sharma to Virat Kohli, 5 Indian batters with most runs in Asia Cup (ODIs + T20Is)</a>&nbsp;At the break, India closed their innings at 168/6 in 20 overs with Abhishek top scoring. Hardik Pandya was the second-highest scorer with 38 off 29 and Gill scored 29 before the duo was dismissed.&nbsp;Earlier, Bangladesh won the toss as deputy skipper Jaker Ali decided to bowl first. Litton Das was ruled out after a back injury, with Bangladesh set to face Pakistan on Thursday. The Tigers played a second-string squad with an eye on the Pakistan game.<h2>Updated Asia Cup 2025 Points Table</h2>Super Four Stage<figure class="table"><table><thead><tr><th>Team</th><th>Mat</th><th>Won</th><th>Lost</th><th>Tied</th><th>NR</th><th>Pts</th><th>NRR</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>India (Q)</td><td>2</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>4</td><td>1.357</td></tr><tr><td>Pakistan</td><td>2</td><td>1</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>2</td><td>0.226</td></tr><tr><td>Bangladesh</td><td>2</td><td>1</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>2</td><td>-0.969</td></tr><tr><td>Sri Lanka (E)</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>-0.590</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Playing at the Dubai International Stadium in Asia Cup 2025, India got the better of Bangladesh despite a batting collapse as the Men in Blue are now a step away from defending their title. They will face the winner of Pakistan and Bangladesh in the final of Asia Cup 2025. 

India entered the final of the Asia Cup 2025 after they beat Bangladesh by 41 runs in the Super Four clash on Wednesday (Sep 24). Playing at the Dubai International Stadium, India got the better of Bangladesh despite a batting collapse as the Men in Blue are now a step away from defending their title. As things stand, India will now face the winners of the Bangladesh-Pakistan clash, which takes place on Thursday. What happened in the match? Having scored 74 against Pakistan, Abhishek continued to excel on Wednesday as he took the attack against Bangladesh. His 75-run innings included 5 sixes and 6 fours as he scored at a rate of 202. His fifty was scored in mere 25 balls and together with Gill, he stitched a partnership of 77 runs for the first wicket. The pair had earlier put together 105 runs for the opening wicket against Pakistan on Sunday in the first Super Four clash. ALSO READ | Asia Cup 2025: All you need to know - full squads, complete fixtures, date, time, venue and other key details However, Abhishek was unfortunate to have been run out on the first ball of the 12th over after a poor call saw the end of his innings. His wicket also saw the collapse of the Indian batting innings as the Men in Blue slumped to a poor second half. ALSO READ | From Rohit Sharma to Virat Kohli, 5 Indian batters with most runs in Asia Cup (ODIs + T20Is) At the break, India closed their innings at 168/6 in 20 overs with Abhishek top scoring. Hardik Pandya was the second-highest scorer with 38 off 29 and Gill scored 29 before the duo was dismissed. Earlier, Bangladesh won the toss as deputy skipper Jaker Ali decided to bowl first. Litton Das was ruled out after a back injury, with Bangladesh set to face Pakistan on Thursday. The Tigers played a second-string squad with an eye on the Pakistan game. Updated Asia Cup 2025 Points Table Super Four Stage Team Mat Won Lost Tied NR Pts NRR India (Q) 2 2 0 0 0 4 1.357 Pakistan 2 1 1 0 0 2 0.226 Bangladesh 2 1 1 0 0 2 -0.969 Sri Lanka (E) 2 0 2 0 0 0 -0.590

Playing at the Dubai International Stadium in Asia Cup 2025, India got the better of Bangladesh despite a batting collapse as the Men in Blue are now a step away from defending their title. They will face the winner of Pakistan and Bangladesh in the final of Asia Cup 2025.&nbsp;

Asia Cup 2025, Updated Points Table: India enter final with comprehensive win over Bangladesh; Sri Lanka out

India vs Bangladesh, Asia Cup 2025, Highlights: India entered the final of the Asia Cup 2025 after they beat Bangladesh by 41 runs in the Super Four clash on Wednesday (Sep 24). Playing at the Dubai International Stadium, India got the better of Bangladesh despite a batting collapse as the Men in Blue are now a step away from defending their title. As things stand, India will now face the winners of the Bangladesh-Pakistan clash, which takes place on Thursday.ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/asia-cup-2025-super-four-india-vs-bangladesh-match-today-head-to-head-ground-stats-pitch-conditions-and-more-1758689083570">Asia Cup 2025 Super Four, India vs Bangladesh match today: Head-to-head, ground stats, pitch conditions and more</a>Having scored 74 against Pakistan, Abhishek continued to excel on Wednesday as he took the attack against Bangladesh. His 75-run innings included 5 sixes and 6 fours as he scored at a rate of 202. His fifty was scored in mere 25 balls and together with Gill, he stitched a partnership of 77 runs for the first wicket. The pair had earlier put together 105 runs for the opening wicket against Pakistan on Sunday in the first Super Four clash.However, Abhishek was unfortunate to have been run out on the first ball of the 12th over after a poor call saw the end of his innings. His wicket also saw the collapse of the Indian batting innings as the Men in Blue slumped to a poor second half.ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/asia-cup-2025-super-four-who-will-win-between-india-vs-bangladesh-match-prediction-and-five-key-players-to-watch-out-for-1758691499997">Asia Cup 2025, Super Four - Who will win between India vs Bangladesh: Match prediction and five key players to watch out for</a>At the break, India closed their innings at 168/6 in 20 overs with Abhishek top scoring. Hardik Pandya was the second-highest scorer with 38 off 29 and Gill scored 29 before the duo was dismissed.Earlier, Bangladesh won the toss as deputy skipper Jaker Ali decided to bowl first. Litton Das was ruled out after a back injury, with Bangladesh set to face Pakistan on Thursday. The Tigers played a second-string squad with an eye on the Pakistan game.ScorecardIndia (20 ovs maximum)<figure class="table"><table><thead><tr><th>Batting</th><th> </th><th>R</th><th>B</th><th>M</th><th>4s</th><th>6s</th><th>SR</th><th> </th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><a href="">Abhishek Sharma</a></td><td>run out (Rishad Hossain/Mustafizur Rahman)</td><td>75</td><td>37</td><td>51</td><td>6</td><td>5</td><td>202.70</td><td> </td></tr><tr><td><a href="">Shubman Gill</a></td><td>c Tanzim Hasan Sakib b Rishad Hossain</td><td>29</td><td>19</td><td>31</td><td>2</td><td>1</td><td>152.63</td><td> </td></tr><tr><td>Shivam Dube</td><td>c Towhid Hridoy b Rishad Hossain</td><td>2</td><td>3</td><td>6</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>66.66</td><td> </td></tr><tr><td><a href="">Suryakumar Yadav (c)</a></td><td>c †Jaker Ali b Mustafizur Rahman</td><td>5</td><td>11</td><td>17</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>45.45</td><td> </td></tr><tr><td><a href="">Hardik Pandya</a></td><td>c Tanzid Hasan b Mohammad Saifuddin</td><td>38</td><td>29</td><td>42</td><td>4</td><td>1</td><td>131.03</td><td> </td></tr><tr><td><a href="">Tilak Varma</a></td><td>c Saif Hassan b Tanzim Hasan Sakib</td><td>5</td><td>7</td><td>10</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>71.42</td><td> </td></tr><tr><td><a href="">Axar Patel</a></td><td>not out</td><td>10</td><td>15</td><td>26</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>66.66</td><td> </td></tr><tr><td><a href="">Extras</a></td><td>(lb 1, nb 1, w 2)</td><td>4</td><td colspan="6"> </td></tr><tr><td><a href="">Total</a></td><td>20 Ov (RR: 8.40)</td><td>168/6</td><td colspan="6"> </td></tr><tr><td colspan="8"><a href="">Did not bat:</a><a href="">Sanju Samson †,</a><a href="">Kuldeep Yadav,</a><a href="">Varun Chakravarthy,</a><a href="">Jasprit Bumrah</a></td><td> </td></tr><tr><td colspan="8"><a href="">Fall of wickets: 1-77 (Shubman Gill, 6.2 ov), 2-83 (Shivam Dube, 8.1 ov), 3-112 (Abhishek Sharma, 11.1 ov), 4-114 (Suryakumar Yadav, 11.6 ov), 5-129 (Tilak Varma, 14.3 ov), 6-168 (Hardik Pandya, 19.6 ov) • DRS</a></td><td> </td></tr></tbody></table></figure> <figure class="table"><table><thead><tr><th>Bowling</th><th>O</th><th>M</th><th>R</th><th>W</th><th>ECON</th><th>0s</th><th>4s</th><th>6s</th><th>WD</th><th>NB</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><a href="">Tanzim Hasan Sakib</a></td><td>4</td><td>0</td><td>29</td><td>1</td><td>7.25</td><td>8</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>1</td><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><a href="">Nasum Ahmed</a></td><td>4</td><td>0</td><td>34</td><td>0</td><td>8.50</td><td>8</td><td>2</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>0</td></tr><tr><td><a href="">Mustafizur Rahman</a></td><td>4</td><td>0</td><td>33</td><td>1</td><td>8.25</td><td>9</td><td>2</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>0</td></tr><tr><td><a href="">Mohammad Saifuddin</a></td><td>3</td><td>0</td><td>37</td><td>1</td><td>12.33</td><td>4</td><td>5</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>0</td></tr><tr><td><a href="">Rishad Hossain</a></td><td>3</td><td>0</td><td>27</td><td>2</td><td>9.00</td><td>6</td><td>1</td><td>2</td><td>1</td><td>0</td></tr><tr><td><a href="">Saif Hassan</a></td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>7</td><td>0</td><td>3.50</td><td>5</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>0</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>Bangladesh (T: 169 runs from 20 ovs)<figure class="table"><table><thead><tr><th>Batting</th><th> </th><th>R</th><th>B</th><th>M</th><th>4s</th><th>6s</th><th>SR</th><th> </th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><a href="">Saif Hassan</a></td><td>c Patel b Bumrah</td><td>69</td><td>51</td><td>78</td><td>3</td><td>5</td><td>135.29</td><td> </td></tr><tr><td><a href="">Tanzid Hasan</a></td><td>c Dube b Bumrah</td><td>1</td><td>3</td><td>7</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>33.33</td><td> </td></tr><tr><td><a href="">Parvez Hossain Emon</a></td><td>c Abhishek Sharma b Kuldeep Yadav</td><td>21</td><td>19</td><td>26</td><td>2</td><td>1</td><td>110.52</td><td> </td></tr><tr><td><a href="">Towhid Hridoy</a></td><td>c Abhishek Sharma b Patel</td><td>7</td><td>10</td><td>11</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>70.00</td><td> </td></tr><tr><td><a href="">Shamim Hossain</a></td><td>b Varun</td><td>0</td><td>3</td><td>4</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>0.00</td><td> </td></tr><tr><td><a href="">Jaker Ali (c)†</a></td><td>run out (Yadav)</td><td>4</td><td>5</td><td>6</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>80.00</td><td> </td></tr><tr><td><a href="">Mohammad Saifuddin</a></td><td>c Tilak Varma b Varun</td><td>4</td><td>7</td><td>11</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>57.14</td><td> </td></tr><tr><td><a href="">Rishad Hossain</a></td><td>c Tilak Varma b Kuldeep Yadav</td><td>2</td><td>3</td><td>4</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>66.66</td><td> </td></tr><tr><td><a href="">Tanzim Hasan Sakib</a></td><td>b Kuldeep Yadav</td><td>0</td><td>1</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>0.00</td><td> </td></tr><tr><td><a href="">Nasum Ahmed</a></td><td>not out</td><td>4</td><td>4</td><td>17</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>100.00</td><td> </td></tr><tr><td><a href="">Mustafizur Rahman</a></td><td>c Patel b Tilak Varma</td><td>6</td><td>11</td><td>11</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>54.54</td><td> </td></tr><tr><td><a href="">Extras</a></td><td>(w 9)</td><td>9</td><td colspan="6"> </td></tr><tr><td><a href="">Total</a></td><td>19.3 Ov (RR: 6.51)</td><td>127</td><td colspan="6"> </td></tr><tr><td colspan="8"><a href="">Fall of wickets: 1-4 (Tanzid Hasan, 1.2 ov), 2-46 (Parvez Hossain Emon, 6.2 ov), 3-65 (Towhid Hridoy, 9.4 ov), 4-74 (Shamim Hossain, 10.4 ov), 5-87 (Jaker Ali, 12.3 ov), 6-109 (Mohammad Saifuddin, 15.2 ov), 7-112 (Rishad Hossain, 16.1 ov), 8-112 (Tanzim Hasan Sakib, 16.2 ov), 9-116 (Saif Hassan, 17.2 ov), 10-127 (Mustafizur Rahman, 19.3 ov) • DRS</a></td><td> </td></tr></tbody></table></figure> <figure class="table"><table><thead><tr><th>Bowling</th><th>O</th><th>M</th><th>R</th><th>W</th><th>ECON</th><th>0s</th><th>4s</th><th>6s</th><th>WD</th><th>NB</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><a href="">Hardik Pandya</a></td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>14</td><td>0</td><td>7.00</td><td>7</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>0</td></tr><tr><td><a href="">Jasprit Bumrah</a></td><td>4</td><td>0</td><td>18</td><td>2</td><td>4.50</td><td>18</td><td>0</td><td>1</td><td>1</td><td>0</td></tr><tr><td><a href="">Varun Chakravarthy</a></td><td>4</td><td>0</td><td>29</td><td>2</td><td>7.25</td><td>10</td><td>3</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>0</td></tr><tr><td><a href="">Kuldeep Yadav</a></td><td>4</td><td>0</td><td>18</td><td>3</td><td>4.50</td><td>10</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>1</td><td>0</td></tr><tr><td><a href="">Axar Patel</a></td><td>4</td><td>0</td><td>37</td><td>1</td><td>9.25</td><td>7</td><td>0</td><td>4</td><td>0</td><td>0</td></tr><tr><td><a href="">Shivam Dube</a></td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>10</td><td>0</td><td>10.00</td><td>3</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>3</td><td>0</td></tr><tr><td><a href="">Tilak Varma</a></td><td>0.3</td><td>0</td><td>1</td><td>1</td><td>2.00</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>0</td></tr></tbody></table></figure> <h2>India vs Bangladesh, Asia Cup 2025, Highlights</h2>

Axar Patel grabbed the catch of Mustafizur Rahman as India have reached the final of Asia Cup with 41 runs. A clinical performance with the ball for India after their middle-order crumbled in the first innings.IND 168/6 (20)BAN 127 (19.3)India won by 41 runs

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India are on top as the Men in Blue are in driver's seat with five overs to spare.&nbsp;Last Wkt: Mohammad Saifuddin c Tilak Varma b Varun Chakaravarthy 4(7) - 109/6 in 15.2 ov.LIVE SCORE: BAN 108/5 (15) &nbsp;CRR: 7.2, &nbsp;REQ: 12.2Bangladesh need 61 runs in 30 ballsIND 168/6 (20) &nbsp;

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Bangladesh have lost back-to-back wickets as they are on the backfoot. They lost Towhid Hridoy and Shamim Hossain in quick succession.&nbsp;LIVE SCORE: BAN 85/4 (12) &nbsp;CRR: 7.08, &nbsp;REQ: 10.5Bangladesh need 84 runs in 48 ballsIND 168/6 (20) &nbsp;

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Kuldeep Yadav strikes for India right the powerplay as Bangladesh lose Parvez Hossain for 21. Last Wkt: Parvez Hossain Emon c Abhishek Sharma b Kuldeep Yadav 21(19)LIVE SCORE: BAN 49/2 (7) CRR: 7, REQ: 9.23Bangladesh need 120 runs in 78 ballsIND 168/6 (20)

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Bangladesh are off to a poor start as they lose Tanzid Hasan for 1 in the second over. LIVE SCORE: BAN 9/1 (1.3) CRR: 6, REQ: 8.65Bangladesh need 160 runsIND 168/6 (20)

Asia Cup 2025, India vs Bangladesh Super 4 Live Updates: Bangladesh off to poor start, lose Tanzid Hasan for 1

Bangladesh will be happy after how the second half of the Indian innings played out. India was going for a &nbsp;big total with Abhishek Sharma attacking but a great piece of fielding by Rishad Hossain at that point got him run out and collapsed out India’s momentum. Now, to win the match, Bangladesh need 169 runs.

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Tilak Varma departs here as Bangladesh have the momentum now. Tilak went for a big shot but mistimed it completely and got caught by Saif.&nbsp;Tilak Varma c Saif Hassan b Tanzim 5(7 balls)Axar Patel is the next batter on the crease.

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An off cutter from Mustafizur Rahman, India's Sky tries to pull the ball but only gets a thick edge to the keeper. Two wickets from this over for Bangladesh. Suryakumar Yadav c Jaker b Mustafizur 5(11 balls)

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Abhishek Sharma is run-out! What a poor end to such a great knock! He is out after scoring 75 runs off 37 balls.Abhishek Sharma run out (Rishad) 75(37)IND 112/3 in 11.1 overs

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India stay on the top at the end of the first 10 overs. Abhishek Sharma is still at the crease with a score of 60 off 32 balls, while captain Suryakumar Yadav is new to the crease.

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Blow for India as Shivam Dube departs for 2 runs off 3 balls. It is Rishad Hossain again who gets the breakthrough. It was a simple bowl from the bowler which Dube tried to hit over long-on and ended up getting out.Shivam Dube c Towhid Hridoy b Rishad Hossain 2 (3 balls)

It was a sensational powerplay for India. Although, Abhishek Sharma failed to connect it properly in the first three overs and India managed to scored only 17. But in the next three overs, India scored 55 runs and concluded the powerplay on high at 72/0.

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This is good batting from both Indian batters, Gill and Abhishek. They have put on a 50-run opening stand yet again.

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Left-arm orthodox Nasum Ahmed bowled the second over of the innings and conceded seven runs in it. India's Abhishek Sharma hit the spinner for a four through backward point on the fourth ball of the over.

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Abhishek Sharma and Shubman Gill are in the middle to open the innings for India. Tanzim Hasan Sakib has the ball in hand.

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Jaker Ali: We would like to bowl first. He (Litton) got injured during a practice session and unfortunately misses out on this crucial game. I am excited and looking forward to this game. We are doing really well as a team and we will try to give our best. We will try to restrict them and chase it down. Surface looks pretty good to bat. We have got four changes.

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Suryakumar Yadav: We are happy doing it. We have got what we wanted in the last 4-5 games and we are happy to bat first. We have to follow the good things that we have been doing and the results will take care of itself. The boys have done their bit, it is part of the game (dropped catches). Much pleasant (weather). Same team.

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Bangladesh captain Litton Das suffered a back injury while training before the high-voltage clash against India.&nbsp;

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Bangladesh (Playing XI): Saif Hassan, Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Parvez Hossain Emon, Towhid Hridoy, Shamim Hossain, Jaker Ali(w/c), Mohammad Saifuddin, Rishad Hossain, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Nasum Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman.

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India (Playing XI): Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav(c), Tilak Varma, Sanju Samson(w), Shivam Dube, Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Varun Chakaravarthy

Asia Cup 2025, India vs Bangladesh Super 4 Live Updates: India Playing XI

Bangladesh have won the toss and opted to field first in Dubai as India bat first for the second time in Asia Cup 2025.&nbsp;

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India’s recent meeting saw a commanding 133-run victory, posting 297/6, highlighting their continued dominance in the rivalry.

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India's only defeat against Bangladesh in T20Is came in November 2019 when Mushfiqur Rahim’s unbeaten 60 guided the Tigers to a seven-wicket win despite a 148/6 target.&nbsp;

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<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Team</td><td>Matches</td><td>Won</td><td>Lost</td><td>Points</td><td>Net Run Rate</td></tr><tr><td>India</td><td>1</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>2</td><td>0.689</td></tr><tr><td>Pakistan</td><td>2</td><td>1</td><td>1</td><td>2</td><td>0.226</td></tr><tr><td>Bangladesh</td><td>1</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>2</td><td>0.121</td></tr><tr><td>Sri Lanka</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>-0.590</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

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The weather in Dubai is expected to be hot and humid, with temperatures ranging from 33°C to 36°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 45 per cent during the match.

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India's Jasprit Bumrah’s recent form has raised a few eyebrows, as he hasn’t been at his best in the ongoing Asia Cup 2025. In the last match against Pakistan, he proved slightly expensive, conceding 45 runs in his four overs.

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Saif Hassan, Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Litton Das (c &amp; wk), Towhid Hridoy, Shamim Hossain, Jaker Ali, Mahedi Hasan, Nasum Ahmed, Taskin Ahmed, Shoriful Islam and Mustafizur Rahman

Asia Cup 2025, India vs Bangladesh Super 4 Live Updates: Bangladesh Probable XI

Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav(c), Tilak Varma, Sanju Samson(w), Shivam Dube, Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Jasprit Bumrah, Kuldeep Yadav and Varun Chakaravarthy

Asia Cup 2025, India vs Bangladesh Super 4 Live Updates: India Probable XI

As India and Bangladesh prepare to face off at Dubai International Cricket Stadium, here are the live streaming and broadcast details for fans in India to catch the match live:App: Sony Live and FanCode (India)TV: Sony Sports Network (India)

Asia Cup 2025, India vs Bangladesh Super 4 Live Updates: Where to watch match live

India beat Pakistan by 6 wickets- 21 Sep 2025 Bangladesh beat Sri Lanka by 4 wickets - 20 Sep 2025 Pakistan beat United Arab Emirates by 41 runs - 17 Sep 2025 Sri Lanka beat Hong Kong by 4 wickets - 15 Sep 2025 India beat Pakistan by 7 wickets - 14 Sep 2025

Asia Cup 2025, India vs Bangladesh Super 4 Live Updates: Recent five results at Dubai International Stadium

<ul><li>Highest Team Score: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>

Asia Cup 2025, India vs Bangladesh Super 4 Live Updates: Ground stats

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.

Asia Cup 2025, India vs Bangladesh Super 4 Live Updates: Pitch Report

Led by Suryakumar Yadav, India top the Super Four table after a convincing victory over Pakistan, which boosted their net run rate to +0.689. Bangladesh also have one win from one match, sitting third with a net run rate of +0.121.

Asia Cup 2025, India vs Bangladesh Super 4 Live Updates: India favorites to win?

India and Bangladesh have clashed 17 times in T20I matches, with India dominating the rivalry, winning 16 of those encounters, while Bangladesh has emerged victorious just once.

Asia Cup 2025, India vs Bangladesh Super 4 Live Updates: What is the head-to-head record?

India entered the final of the Asia Cup 2025 after they beat Bangladesh by 41 runs in the Super Four clash on Wednesday (Sep 24).

India vs Bangladesh, Asia Cup 2025, Highlights: India entered the final of the Asia Cup 2025 after they beat Bangladesh by 41 runs in the Super Four clash on Wednesday (Sep 24). Playing at the Dubai International Stadium, India got the better of Bangladesh despite a batting collapse as the Men in Blue are now a step away from defending their title. As things stand, India will now face the winners of the Bangladesh-Pakistan clash, which takes place on Thursday. ALSO READ | Asia Cup 2025 Super Four, India vs Bangladesh match today: Head-to-head, ground stats, pitch conditions and more Having scored 74 against Pakistan, Abhishek continued to excel on Wednesday as he took the attack against Bangladesh. His 75-run innings included 5 sixes and 6 fours as he scored at a rate of 202. His fifty was scored in mere 25 balls and together with Gill, he stitched a partnership of 77 runs for the first wicket. The pair had earlier put together 105 runs for the opening wicket against Pakistan on Sunday in the first Super Four clash. However, Abhishek was unfortunate to have been run out on the first ball of the 12th over after a poor call saw the end of his innings. His wicket also saw the collapse of the Indian batting innings as the Men in Blue slumped to a poor second half. ALSO READ | Asia Cup 2025, Super Four - Who will win between India vs Bangladesh: Match prediction and five key players to watch out for At the break, India closed their innings at 168/6 in 20 overs with Abhishek top scoring. Hardik Pandya was the second-highest scorer with 38 off 29 and Gill scored 29 before the duo was dismissed. Earlier, Bangladesh won the toss as deputy skipper Jaker Ali decided to bowl first. Litton Das was ruled out after a back injury, with Bangladesh set to face Pakistan on Thursday. The Tigers played a second-string squad with an eye on the Pakistan game. Scorecard India (20 ovs maximum) Batting R B M 4s 6s SR Abhishek Sharma run out (Rishad Hossain/Mustafizur Rahman) 75 37 51 6 5 202.70 Shubman Gill c Tanzim Hasan Sakib b Rishad Hossain 29 19 31 2 1 152.63 Shivam Dube c Towhid Hridoy b Rishad Hossain 2 3 6 0 0 66.66 Suryakumar Yadav (c) c †Jaker Ali b Mustafizur Rahman 5 11 17 0 0 45.45 Hardik Pandya c Tanzid Hasan b Mohammad Saifuddin 38 29 42 4 1 131.03 Tilak Varma c Saif Hassan b Tanzim Hasan Sakib 5 7 10 0 0 71.42 Axar Patel not out 10 15 26 0 0 66.66 Extras (lb 1, nb 1, w 2) 4 Total 20 Ov (RR: 8.40) 168/6 Did not bat: Sanju Samson †, Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah Fall of wickets: 1-77 (Shubman Gill, 6.2 ov), 2-83 (Shivam Dube, 8.1 ov), 3-112 (Abhishek Sharma, 11.1 ov), 4-114 (Suryakumar Yadav, 11.6 ov), 5-129 (Tilak Varma, 14.3 ov), 6-168 (Hardik Pandya, 19.6 ov) • DRS Bowling O M R W ECON 0s 4s 6s WD NB Tanzim Hasan Sakib 4 0 29 1 7.25 8 2 0 1 1 Nasum Ahmed 4 0 34 0 8.50 8 2 2 0 0 Mustafizur Rahman 4 0 33 1 8.25 9 2 2 0 0 Mohammad Saifuddin 3 0 37 1 12.33 4 5 1 0 0 Rishad Hossain 3 0 27 2 9.00 6 1 2 1 0 Saif Hassan 2 0 7 0 3.50 5 0 0 0 0 Bangladesh (T: 169 runs from 20 ovs) Batting R B M 4s 6s SR Saif Hassan c Patel b Bumrah 69 51 78 3 5 135.29 Tanzid Hasan c Dube b Bumrah 1 3 7 0 0 33.33 Parvez Hossain Emon c Abhishek Sharma b Kuldeep Yadav 21 19 26 2 1 110.52 Towhid Hridoy c Abhishek Sharma b Patel 7 10 11 0 0 70.00 Shamim Hossain b Varun 0 3 4 0 0 0.00 Jaker Ali (c)† run out (Yadav) 4 5 6 0 0 80.00 Mohammad Saifuddin c Tilak Varma b Varun 4 7 11 0 0 57.14 Rishad Hossain c Tilak Varma b Kuldeep Yadav 2 3 4 0 0 66.66 Tanzim Hasan Sakib b Kuldeep Yadav 0 1 1 0 0 0.00 Nasum Ahmed not out 4 4 17 0 0 100.00 Mustafizur Rahman c Patel b Tilak Varma 6 11 11 1 0 54.54 Extras (w 9) 9 Total 19.3 Ov (RR: 6.51) 127 Fall of wickets: 1-4 (Tanzid Hasan, 1.2 ov), 2-46 (Parvez Hossain Emon, 6.2 ov), 3-65 (Towhid Hridoy, 9.4 ov), 4-74 (Shamim Hossain, 10.4 ov), 5-87 (Jaker Ali, 12.3 ov), 6-109 (Mohammad Saifuddin, 15.2 ov), 7-112 (Rishad Hossain, 16.1 ov), 8-112 (Tanzim Hasan Sakib, 16.2 ov), 9-116 (Saif Hassan, 17.2 ov), 10-127 (Mustafizur Rahman, 19.3 ov) • DRS Bowling O M R W ECON 0s 4s 6s WD NB Hardik Pandya 2 0 14 0 7.00 7 2 0 0 0 Jasprit Bumrah 4 0 18 2 4.50 18 0 1 1 0 Varun Chakravarthy 4 0 29 2 7.25 10 3 1 0 0 Kuldeep Yadav 4 0 18 3 4.50 10 0 0 1 0 Axar Patel 4 0 37 1 9.25 7 0 4 0 0 Shivam Dube 1 0 10 0 10.00 3 1 0 3 0 Tilak Varma 0.3 0 1 1 2.00 2 0 0 0 0 India vs Bangladesh, Asia Cup 2025, Highlights

India entered the final of the Asia Cup 2025 after they beat Bangladesh by 41 runs in the Super Four clash on Wednesday (Sep 24).

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