In a pulsating Asia Cup 2025 final at Dubai International Cricket Stadium, India edged closer to glory by restricting Pakistan to a modest 146 all out in 19.1 overs, setting up a chase of 147.

Captain Suryakumar Yadav’s decision to bowl first after winning the toss paid immediate dividends, as India’s spinners orchestrated a dramatic collapse.

Kuldeep Yadav stole the show with a sensational 4/21, including a devastating over that claimed four wickets and derailed Pakistan from 113/1 to 146 all out.

Jasprit Bumrah (2/18), Varun Chakaravarthy (2/25), and Axar Patel (2/20) provided lethal support, ensuring Pakistan’s middle order crumbled under pressure.

Pakistan’s innings began promisingly with openers Sahibzada Farhan (57 off 38) and Fakhar Zaman (33 off 26) forging a 76-run stand, but

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