Key points
- India, led by Suryakumar Yadav, remains unbeaten at the Asia Cup 2025 and has qualified for the final after a 41‑run win over Bangladesh in Dubai.
- With this win, India now holds the most victories in Asia Cup history, surpassing Sri Lanka.
- India faces Sri Lanka next in the Super‑4 on September 26 at Dubai International Cricket Stadium.
- Pakistan vs Bangladesh on September 25 will decide India’s opponent for the September 28 final.
- India and Pakistan have never met in an Asia Cup final.
New Delhi: Suryakumar Yadav’s Team India continued a flawless Asia Cup 2025 run, crushing Bangladesh by 41 runs in the Super‑4 at Dubai International Cricket Stadium to clinch a spot in the title match. The performance capped a dominant streak in which India has not lost a single game in the tournament so far.
Record broken
The win over Bangladesh carried historic significance as India overtook Sri Lanka for the most match wins in Asia Cup history. India have now registered 48 victories from 70 matches, going past Sri Lanka’s 47 from 71, with Pakistan third at 36.
Updated tally: Asia Cup wins
| Team | Wins |
|---|---|
| India | 48 |
| Sri Lanka | 47 |
| Pakistan | 36 |
| Bangladesh | 15 |
India vs Sri Lanka next
India plays one more Super‑4 fixture against Sri Lanka on September 26 in Dubai. With a final berth already secured, the match offers India a chance to stay unbeaten and fine‑tune combinations ahead of the title clash.
Who meets India in the final?
The second finalist will be decided by Pakistan vs Bangladesh on September 25 in Dubai, with the winner advancing to face India on September 28. If Pakistan qualify, it would set up a first‑ever India–Pakistan final in Asia Cup history; if Bangladesh qualify, it would be their fourth Asia Cup final and a third against India.
Why the 41‑run win matters
Beyond locking a place in the final, the margin underlined India’s bowling depth and defensive discipline under pressure. It also reinforced the team’s trend of controlling key moments in the Super‑4 phase, a hallmark of championship-winning sides.
The form guide
India’s unbeaten streak reflects consistent top‑order contributions backed by incisive middle-overs bowling and sharp fielding. Momentum heading into the Sri Lanka clash and then the final could prove decisive, especially in Dubai’s evening conditions where chasing has often tested lineups.
What’s next
- Super‑4: India vs Sri Lanka, September 26, Dubai
- Knockout for final berth: Pakistan vs Bangladesh, September 25, Dubai
- Final: September 28, Dubai International Cricket Stadium
