Afridi, Rauf and Ayub set up a Pakistan vs India Asia Cup final
Bangladesh succumbed to the pressure of a high-stakes game, losing their way in a chase of only 136
25/09Result
17th Match, Super Fours (N), Men's T20 Asia Cup at Dubai, Sep 25 2025
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![Pakistan]( "Pakistan")
135/8 -
![Bangladesh]( "Bangladesh")
124/9 (20 ov)
Player of the Match
25/09Result
17th Match, Super Fours (N), Men's T20 Asia Cup at Dubai, Sep 25 2025
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![Pakistan]( "Pakistan")
135/8 -
![Bangladesh]( "Bangladesh")
124/9 (20 ov)
Player of the Match
Match Day
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Preview
Resurgent Pakistan take on Bangladesh in virtual semi-final
Pakistan haven't won consecutive games in this tournament but their win over Sri Lanka could spur them on
