Author: Naina Malhotra
Pakistan Beats Bangladesh to Book Historic Asia Cup 2025 Final Against India
Pakistan edged Bangladesh by 11 runs in the Super 4 stage of the DP World Asia Cup 2025, securing a slot in the tournament's first-ever Pakistan‑India final. A modest 135/8 was defended thanks to a disciplined bowling display led by Shaheen Afridi’s 3/17. Bangladesh’s chase faltered after only Jaker Ali passed 20. The upcoming showdown promises unprecedented excitement across the subcontinent.
Asia Cup 2025: Bangladesh crush Hong Kong by 7 wickets in Abu Dhabi opener
Bangladesh started their Asia Cup 2025 with a commanding 7-wicket win over Hong Kong in Abu Dhabi. Hong Kong posted 143/7, led by Nizakat Khan’s 42, but Bangladesh’s bowlers kept control. Litton Das struck 59 and Towhid Hridoy made 35* in a 95-run stand to seal the chase in 17.4 overs. It was Bangladesh’s first T20I win over Hong Kong and their first victory at the venue.
