The stage is set in Dubai for yet another high-voltage India-Pakistan contest, this time in the Super Four stage of the Asia Cup 2025. India, led by Suryakumar Yadav, start as massive favourites after an unbeaten run in the group phase. Once again, the spotlight will be on the spin trio of Kuldeep Yadav, Axar Patel and Varun Chakravarthy, who have thrived on the slow Dubai surface. With Jasprit Bumrah back in the XI, India are expected to go full strength in this marquee clash.
The build-up hasn’t been without drama. The ‘handshake controversy’ from last week continues to dominate headlines, with the Indian team expected to stick to their no-handshake policy against Pakistan. While it has generated plenty of off-field noise, Suryakumar and his side will look to ensure the focus remains on cricket.
There are fitness concerns around Axar Patel, who suffered a blow to the head against Oman, but the management insists he should be available. Pakistan, meanwhile, are grappling with a brittle batting unit. Saim Ayub’s hat-trick of ducks could push him to the middle-order, while Fakhar Zaman remains their best bet with the bat. The Dubai pitch is again expected to play slow, with spinners likely to dominate.
India vs Pakistan, Asia Cup 2025: Match Details
- Match: India vs Pakistan – Asia Cup 2025, Super Four
- Date: Sunday, September 21
- Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium
- Time: 8:00 PM IST | 6:30 PM local
India vs Pakistan live streaming and where to watch details
India vs Pakistan live streaming and where to watch details
| Region | TV Broadcast | Live Streaming/OTT |
|---|---|---|
| India | Sony Sports 1, Sony Sports 3 (Hindi), Sony Sports 4 (Tamil/Telugu), Sony Sports 5 | SonyLIV, Fancode, Airtel Xstream |
| Pakistan | PTV Sports HD | Tapmad, Myco |
| UAE/MENA | CricLife, CricLife Max (eLife TV, Switch TV) | StarzPlay |
| Bangladesh | Gazi TV | Toffee, Tapmad |
| Oman | Oman TV Sports | RabbitholeBD/Tamasha (TBC) |
| Sri Lanka | Sirasa TV, TV-1 | Dialog ViU |
| USA | Willow TV | Willow TV app |
| Australia | — | Kayo Sports |
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