No-handshake policy continues as India hammers Pakistan in Asia Cup 2025 Super Four match

India defeated Pakistan by six wickets in the Asia Cup 2025 Super Four match. Sahibzada Farhan’s fifty went in vain as Abhishek Sharma anchored India’s chase.

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The Asia Cup 2025 Super Four clash between India and Pakistan lived up to its billing, producing a contest filled with intensity, key breakthroughs, and calculated batting. In the end, it was India who emerged victorious, chasing down Pakistan’s total of 171 with six wickets in hand and more than an over remaining.

Pakistan, batting first, began steadily but soon lost Fakhar Zaman, who departed early to Hardik Pandya’s sharp delivery. That wicket gave India the early advantage, but opener Sahibzada Farhan kept Pakistan’s innings afloat. His composed knock of 58 was the highlight of the batting card, displaying both patience and well-timed strokes. Despite his effort, Pakistan struggled to build large partnerships, with middle-order contributions coming in short bursts.

India’s bowlers, meanwhile, showed excellent control. Pandya set the tone with the new ball, while Kuldeep Yadav and Shivam Dube applied pressure in the middle overs. Their combined discipline ensured Pakistan’s batters never fully broke free, leaving them with a total that felt slightly under par in the high-stakes clash.

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Abhishek Sharma anchors India’s chase with mature knock

India’s reply was centered on Abhishek Sharma, who played a measured yet attacking innings. His ability to rotate the strike, punish loose deliveries, and build partnerships steadied the chase. Supported by Shubman Gill and later the middle order, India never allowed the required rate to spiral out of control.

While Pakistan’s bowlers tried to create pressure with tight overs, they lacked the breakthroughs needed to turn the tide. Dropped chances and misfields further dented their hopes. Abhishek’s half-century provided India with the backbone, and even after his dismissal, the depth in India’s batting ensured the team crossed the line with ease.

The victory underscored India’s balance as a side, effective early bowling, smart use of spinners in the middle overs, and a batting lineup capable of absorbing pressure. For Pakistan, it was another case of missed opportunities. Despite Sahibzada Farhan’s resilience, the lack of support from senior batters proved costly.

This win gives India a vital edge in the Super Fours, boosting both their confidence and chances of making the final. Pakistan, meanwhile, will need to regroup quickly and address their batting inconsistencies if they are to stay in contention for the trophy.

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