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The Asia Cup 2025 Super Fours action continues as Pakistan and Bangladesh face off in a virtual knockout at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Thursday, September 25. The clash starts at 8:00 PM IST and the stakes couldn’t be higher as the winner stays alive while the loser bows out of the tournament.
Pakistan
Pakistan’s campaign has been a mixed bag. They were beaten by India in their Super Fours opener but bounced back strongly to down Sri Lanka by 5 wickets. Shaheen Afridi was the star with the ball, grabbing three wickets to restrict Sri Lanka to 133/8.
In the chase, Mohammad Nawaz (38* off 24) and Hussain Talat (32* off 30) guided them home with two overs to spare. With qualification within touching distance, Salman Agha and his men know that a win will likely book them a final berth against India while a defeat will send them packing.
Bangladesh
Bangladesh’s story has been one of grit and guts. They shocked Sri Lanka earlier with a 4-wicket win. But their momentum was dented by a 41-run loss to India in their last outing. The Tigers restricted India to 168/6 but failed to chase it down. Saif Hassan was the lone fighter with 69 off 51 but it wasn't enough.
Now, this clash against Pakistan is do-or-die; win and they are through, lose and they are out. Litton Das at the top and the pace duo of Taskin Ahmed and Mustafizur Rahman will be key if the Tigers are to roar their way into the final.
PAK vs BAN Head-To-Head Overview
Pakistan and Bangladesh have met 25 times in T20Is. Pakistan dominate the rivalry with 20 wins while Bangladesh have managed only 5 victories.
Dubai International Stadium Pitch Report
The Dubai International Stadium pitch rarely hands out gifts to pacers but early swing with the new ball is on offer. As the game progresses, slower balls and cutters become effective weapons. Batting tends to ease under lights, while spinners enjoy grip in the middle overs. With a sluggish outfield, maximizing the powerplay is crucial. Expect the toss-winning skipper to bowl first.
Pakistan And Bangladesh Probable Playing XI
Pakistan
Saim Ayub, Sahibzada Farhan, Fakhar Zaman, Salman Agha(c), Hussain Talat, Mohammad Haris(w), Mohammad Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf, Abrar Ahmed
Bangladesh
Saif Hassan, Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Litton Das (c & wk), Towhid Hridoy, Shamim Hossain, Jaker Ali, Mohammad Saifuddin, Mahedi Hasan, Rishad Hossain, Tanzid Hasan Sakib, Mustafizur Rahman
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Top Run Scorers In PAK vs BAN T20Is
We are considering only the players from the current squad.
Litton Das: 227 Runs
Litton Das has scored 227 runs in 11 innings against Pakistan. With one fifty and a strike rate of 125.41, he is Bangladesh’s most reliable batter in this rivalry.
Mohammad Haris: 219 Runs
Mohammad Haris has been electric against Bangladesh as he has racked up 219 runs in 7 innings at a blistering strike rate of 175.20, including a memorable century.
Hasan Nawaz: 154 Runs
Hasan Nawaz has made an immediate impact in PAK vs BAN T20Is, scoring 154 runs in just 6 innings at a strike rate of 175. His ability to clear the ropes makes him a dangerous prospect.
Top Wicket-Takers In PAK vs BAN T20Is
We are considering only the players from the current squad.
Taskin Ahmed: 14 Wickets
Taskin Ahmed has been consistent in this fixture as has has bagged 14 wickets in 11 matches at an average of 20.50. His pace and bounce make him a threat up front.
Hasan Ali: 11 Wickets
Hasan Ali, who is unlikely to be a part of Pakistan playing XI, has bagged 11 wickets in just 4 matches against Bangladesh, including a stunning 5/30.
Mustafizur Rahman: 9 Wickets
Mustafizur Rahman has 9 wickets in 9 T20Is against Pakistan, with his cutters and variations often troubling batters in the death overs.
PAK vs PAK Key Stats
Pakistan’s Key Records
- Pakistan have played 36 T20Is in Dubai, winning 19, losing 16 and tying one.
- Fakhar Zaman has scored 274 runs in 14 T20Is at this venue, striking at 125.11 with 2 fifties.
- Sahibzada Farhan has 156 runs in Asia Cup 2025 at a strike rate of 107.58 with 1 fifty.
- Saim Ayub is Pakistan’s leading wicket-taker in this tournament with 6 wickets in 5 matches.
- Shaheen Afridi has also picked up 6 wickets in 5 games at an economy of 7.54.
- Shaheen Afridi vs Saif Hassan in T20Is: 1 ball, 0 runs, 1 dismissal.
- Abrar Ahmed vs Towhid Hridoy in T20Is: 23 balls, 28 runs, 1 dismissal.
Bangladesh’s Key Records
- Bangladesh have played 6 T20Is in Dubai, winning 3 and losing 3.
- Litton Das has 61 runs in 4 matches here at a strike rate of 135.55.
- Saif Hassan scored 130 in two T20Is at this venue at a strike rate of 135.41 with 2 fifties.
- Towhid Hridoy scored 65 runs in two T20Is here at a strike rate of 138.29.
- Mustafizur Rahman has 8 wickets in Asia Cup 2025 so far at an economy of 7.26.
- Mahedi Hasan has 4 wickets in 3 matches in Asia Cup 2025 at an economy of 6.83.
- Taskin Ahmed vs Fakhar Zaman in T20Is: 27 balls, 41 runs, 1 dismissal.
- Mahedi Hasan vs Salman Agha in T20Is: 16 balls, 30 runs, 1 dismissal.
- Shoriful Islam vs Sahibzada Farhan in T20Is: 11 balls, 15 runs, 0 dismissals.
Records That Can Be Broken In PAK vs BAN Super Fours Match Of Asia Cup 2025
- Salman Agha needs 5 fours to complete 50 T20I fours.
- Mohammad Haris is 3 fours away from 50 boundaries in T20Is.
- Faheem Ashraf needs 1 wicket to reach 50 T20I wickets.
- Litton Das needs 2 fours to complete 250 boundaries in T20Is.
- Nurul Hasan requires 21 runs to reach 500 runs in T20Is.
- Taskin Ahmed is just 1 wicket away from 100 T20I wickets.
- Mohammad Saifuddin needs 3 wickets to complete 50 T20I wickets.
