Today, on 28th September 2025, history is about to be made at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium as India and Pakistan meet for one final battle. An opportunity to etch their names on the winners’ list and lift the magnificent Asia Cup 2025 trophy they have been eyeing for so long. Both teams will walk on the field with a wish to be remembered in the history of the Asia Cup, but more importantly for their nations pride, for those millions of hopeful eyes fixed on them, and to do justice to a legacy of rivalry that has carried itself through decades. 

IND vs PAK: Match Details 

IND vs PAK: Weather & Pitch Report

According to the weather report, Dubai will experience excessive heat and high humidity. The temperature would range between 34°C and 30°C with no signs of precipitation. As history and experience suggest, chasing the target would be a preferred strategy. With the dew expected in the evening, the pitch would give a perfect momentum and bounce for the batters to score bigger numbers, while making it trickier for spinners to hit the bails. Ultimately, the outcomes will be based on the strike rotation and execution of death overs, as the surface appears to be normal and open to endless possibilities.

IND vs PAK: Head-to-Head Record

In the Asia Cup 2025, India enters the field finishing first on the points table, being the only undefeated team of the tournament, while Pakistan follows closely in second, making it a final showdown worth all the anticipation.

This is the first time in the history of the Asia Cup that these two arch-nemeses will face off against each other for the finals. However, the rivalry between these two teams on the field is timeless. In the inaugural 2007 T20 World Cup Final, India defeated Pakistan, a match that is fondly remembered by the Indian cricket fans. 10 years later, in 2017, Pakistan redeemed itself and snatched the win from India in the Champions Trophy final. When it comes to T20Is, India has a dominant hand, winning 11 of the 14 clashes between both sides. India’s dominance is also seen in the Asia Cups, with 10 victories to Pakistan’s 6. With numerous victories under its belt, India certainly emerges with all the psychological backing, which could be crucial in turning the match in its favor.

IND vs PAK: Probable Playing XI

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

Pakistan Playing XI (Probable): Sahibzada Farhan, Fakhar Zaman, Saim Ayub, Salman Agha (C), Hussain Talat, Mohammad Haris (Wk), Mohammad Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf, Abrar Ahmed

IND vs PAK: Can Pakistan Bring a Surprise?

History and stats may support India, but cricket is all about unpredictability. Pakistan has a history of boasting a strong performance on big days. Pakistan’s skipper, Salman Agha, has already signalled that Pakistan will put forward an aggressive game for the finals, showing their intent of not taking it easy on the field. 

Dubai’s dew and toss outcome will play a crucial role in determining the intensity of the game for both teams. All eyes would be on how India manages its sloppy fielding and how much the openers score to give that initial boost to the middle order. With injury scares for Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Varma, and Hardik Pandya, India might be holding its breath tight. Tilak Varma, however, can be seen getting back to his form, which brings a small relief in the middle-order batting.

Pakistan is seen struggling with spinners; this is where Axar Patel and Kuldeep Yadav will have to bring their magic today. Fans and experts are hoping to see Jasprit Bumrah's Yorkers breaking through the top batting lineup of Pakistan.

Shaheen Shah Afridi and Harris Rauf could cause some trouble in the Paradise, but with ‘Captain 360’ on India’s side, the fans believe that this storm will pass without causing much damage.

One thing is certain today: Dubai will witness the heat and thriller that was bottled for the last 41 years. The outcomes will not only raise the heartbeats of supporters but will also shape the cricketing folklore of both teams, stories that will be sung for years to come. Will Pakistan manage to bring in the surprise, or will India remain the unbeatable champion and snatch away the victory from Pakistan?

 Either way, the Asia Cup 2025 will witness history being made.