The stage is set in Dubai today for a historic Asia Cup 2025 final as India and Pakistan meet in the tournament’s grand finale for the first time in 41 years. Their last showdown in an Asia Cup final came back in 1984.
This will be only the third time the two giants of Asian cricket collide in the title decider, with India having won both previous encounters.
The political tension between the two nations has added extra spice to the contest, making it more than just a game of cricket.
In head-to-head Asia Cup battles, India holds a dominant record, winning 13 of the 15 meetings so far. That makes Pakistan’s task of toppling their rivals in the final a monumental challenge.
When it comes to titles, India lead the way with eight Asia Cup triumphs, followed by Sri Lanka with six, while Pakistan have lifted the trophy twice.
The highly-anticipated clash will begin at 8 PM Sri Lanka time, with the eyes of the cricketing world firmly fixed on Dubai.
