Pakistan will face India in the final of the Asia Cup 2025 on Sunday, September 28, at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Pakistan have lost two matches in the Asia Cup – both against India. Pakistan took on Bangladesh in their last match and scored 135 runs for the loss of eight wickets. Bangladesh made 124 runs for the loss of nine wickets and lost the match by 11 runs. Shaheen Afridi made 19 runs off 13 deliveries and took three wickets for 17 runs in four overs. He won the Player of the Match award.
Let’s look at the probable playing XI of Pakistan for the Final against India-
Top Order: Sahibzada Farhan, Fakhar Zaman, and Saim Ayub
Sahibzada Farhan, Fakhar Zaman, and Saim Ayub will likely be a part of the top order in the playing 11. Farhan is the leading run-scorer for Pakistan with 160 runs in six games at an average of 26.66.
Middle Order: Salman Agha (c), Hussain Talat, and Mohammad Haris (wk)
Salman Agha, Hussain Talat, and Mohammad Haris could be there in the middle order. Haris is the third-highest run-scorer for Pakistan and has amassed 131 runs at a strike rate of 136.45.
Lower Middle Order: Mohammad Nawaz and Faheem Ashraf
Mohammad Nawaz and Faheem Ashraf are likely to be a part of the lower middle order. Faheem has made 53 runs in five games at a strike rate of 151.42 and has picked up three wickets as well.
Bowlers: Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf, and Abrar Ahmed
Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf, and Abrar Ahmed will likely be the three bowlers for the team. Shaheen and Haris are the joint-highest wicket-takers for Pakistan in the tournament and have picked nine wickets each.
Disclaimer: This Exclusive News is based on the author’s understanding, analysis, and instinct. As you review this information, consider the points mentioned and form your own conclusions.
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