Pakistan will take on India in the 14th match of the Asia Cup 2025 on Sunday, September 21, at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Pakistan took on the United Arab Emirates in their previous game. The UAE won the toss and elected to bowl before Pakistan made 146 runs for the loss of nine wickets. Fakhar Zaman was the highest scorer and made 50 runs off 36 deliveries. The UAE were bundled out for 105 runs and lost the match by 41 runs. Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf, and Abrar Ahmed took two wickets each for Pakistan.
Let’s look at the probable playing XI of Pakistan for Match 12 against India-
Top Order: Saim Ayub, Sahibzada Farhan, and Mohammad Haris (wk)
Saim Ayub, Sahibzada Farhan, and Mohammad Haris will likely be a part of the top order in the playing 11. Contrary to his primary role, Saim is the leading wicket-taker for the team and has taken six wickets in three games at an average of 10.16.
Middle Order: Fakhar Zaman, Salman Agha (c), and Khushdil Shah
Fakhar Zaman, Salman Agha, and Khushdil Shah could be there in the middle order. Fakhar is the highest run-scorer for the team and has made 90 runs in three outings.
Lower Middle Order: Hasan Nawaz and Mohammad Nawaz
Hasan Nawaz and Mohammad Nawaz are likely to be a part of the lower middle order. Hasan Nawaz has scored 17 runs, while Mohammad Nawaz has scored 23 runs in three matches.
Bowlers: Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf, and Abrar Ahmed
Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf, and Abrar Ahmed will likely be the three bowlers for the team. Abrar is the second-highest wicket-taker for the team with three wickets in as many matches at an average of 13.66 and an economy of 3.51.
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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