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Asia Cup Final, India vs Pak: Varun gets his second wicket as Fakhar Zaman departs
Pakistan's Fakhar Zaman bats during the Asia Cup cricket final between India and Pakistan at Dubai International Cricket Stadium in United Arab Emirates, on Sunday, September 28, 2025. APPTI
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Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium Dubai
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Zaman Falls Short of Fifty! | Pakistan - 126/4 (14.3)
September 28, 2025 9:12 pm
Fakhar Zaman, looking dangerous and just four runs shy of his fifty, is caught by Kuldeep Yadav off Varun Chakravarthy. He departs after a quickfire 46 runs from 34 balls, including 2 fours and 2 sixes.
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Fakhar Zaman Smashes a Maximum! | Pakistan - 126/3 (14.3)
September 28, 2025 9:11 pm
Fakhar Zaman launches a massive six off Varun Chakravarthy, finding the stands with a powerful shot. This big hit boosts Pakistan's scoring rate significantly.
Axar Patel Strikes! Haris Departs | Pakistan - 114/3 (13.3)
September 28, 2025 8:29 pm
Mohammad Haris is caught by Rinku Singh off the bowling of Axar Patel. A crucial wicket for India as Haris departs for a duck, putting Pakistan under more pressure.
Saim Ayub Departs! Kuldeep Yadav Strikes Again! | Pakistan - 113/2 (12.5)
September 28, 2025 8:33 pm
Kuldeep Yadav gets the crucial breakthrough for India as Saim Ayub tries to go big but is caught by Jasprit Bumrah. Ayub departs after a quickfire 14 runs off 10 balls, including two boundaries.
Fakhar Zaman brings up Pakistan's 100 with a cracking boundary! | Pakistan - 103/1 (11.2)
September 28, 2025 8:33 pm
Fakhar Zaman smashes a magnificent four off Tilak Varma, bringing up Pakistan's 100 runs in style! He is now on 30 runs off 23 balls, continuing the strong start for his team.
Saim Ayub's aggressive start with another boundary! | Pakistan - 97/1 (10.5)
September 28, 2025 8:33 pm
Saim Ayub smashes a magnificent four off Shivam Dube, continuing his aggressive start. He's looking very confident at the crease, quickly adding to Pakistan's total.
Ayub Finds the Fence! | Pakistan - 93/1 (10.3)
September 28, 2025 8:33 pm
Saim Ayub announces his arrival with a superb boundary off Shivam Dube! A confident shot to get his innings going and keep the scoreboard ticking for Pakistan.
Pakistan's Dominant Start: Farhan's Fifty and Chakravarthy's Breakthrough! | Pakistan - 87/1 (10.0)
September 28, 2025 8:33 pm
Pakistan has concluded the first 10 overs with a strong 87/1. Sahibzada Farhan's aggressive fifty set the tone, while Fakhar Zaman provided solid support. Varun Chakravarthy secured the crucial breakthrough, dismissing Farhan for 57.
Farhan Falls After Fifties Fireworks! | Pakistan - 84/1 (9.4)
September 28, 2025 8:33 pm
Sahibzada Farhan departs for a brilliant 57 runs off 38 balls, caught by Tilak Varma off the bowling of Varun Chakravarthy. A crucial breakthrough for India after a strong opening stand.
Sahibzada Farhan unleashes another maximum! | Pakistan - 84/0 (9.3)
September 28, 2025 8:36 pm
Sahibzada Farhan dispatches Varun Chakravarthy for a massive six, adding to his impressive tally. This powerful shot further boosts Pakistan's scoring rate.
Sahibzada Farhan reaches a blistering fifty! | Pakistan - 75/0 (8.4)
September 28, 2025 8:36 pm
Sahibzada Farhan brings up his half-century with a brilliant display of batting, reaching the milestone in just 35 balls. His innings has been studded with 5 fours and 2 sixes, providing a strong start for Pakistan.
Sahibzada Farhan reaches a brilliant half-century! | Pakistan - 75/0 (8.4)
September 28, 2025 8:39 pm
Sahibzada Farhan brings up his fifty with a well-placed shot, reaching the milestone in just 35 balls. A fantastic display of aggressive yet controlled batting, setting a strong platform for Pakistan.
Fakhar Zaman Smashes a Maximum! | Pakistan - 72/0 (8.2)
September 28, 2025 8:40 pm
Fakhar Zaman launches Kuldeep Yadav for a huge six, showcasing his power and intent. The ball sailed over the ropes, adding crucial runs to Pakistan's total.
Farhan finds the fence! | Pakistan - 63/0 (7.4)
September 28, 2025 8:40 pm
Sahibzada Farhan smashes another boundary off Axar Patel! He is now just 4 runs away from a well-deserved half-century, continuing his aggressive start and putting pressure on the bowlers.
Farhan's Ferocious Six! | Pakistan - 56/0 (7.0)
September 28, 2025 8:44 pm
Sahibzada Farhan unleashes a powerful six off Kuldeep Yadav, sending the ball soaring over the boundary ropes. A fantastic display of aggressive batting!
Pakistan's Openers Reach 50-Run Partnership! | Pakistan - 50/0 (6.5)
September 28, 2025 8:45 pm
Sahibzada Farhan (34 runs off 28 balls) and Fakhar Zaman (14 runs off 13 balls) have forged a crucial 50-run opening partnership for Pakistan in just 6.5 overs, providing a solid foundation for their innings.
Pakistan Reaches 50! | Pakistan - 50/0 (6.5)
September 28, 2025 8:49 pm
Pakistan brings up their fifty in style! Sahibzada Farhan's two runs off Kuldeep Yadav take them to 50 without loss. A fantastic opening partnership has laid a solid foundation for a big total.
Farhan finishes the powerplay with a boundary! | Pakistan - 45/0 (6.0)
September 28, 2025 8:49 pm
Sahibzada Farhan strikes a superb boundary off Axar Patel to end the powerplay on a high note. This shot boosts Pakistan's scoring rate.
Farhan unleashes a massive six! | Pakistan - 29/0 (3.3)
September 28, 2025 8:51 pm
Sahibzada Farhan dispatches Jasprit Bumrah for a huge six! This is a massive statement from the opener, shifting the momentum firmly in Pakistan's favour. What a shot!
Farhan finds the fence! | Pakistan - 23/0 (3.1)
September 28, 2025 8:51 pm
Sahibzada Farhan smashes a brilliant boundary, adding four crucial runs to Pakistan's total. A confident start to the over against India's premier pacer.
Zaman finds the boundary! | Pakistan - 19/0 (3.0)
September 28, 2025 8:53 pm
Fakhar Zaman unleashes a powerful shot, sending the ball racing to the fence for a much-needed four. This boundary injects momentum into Pakistan's innings.
Farhan finds the fence! | Pakistan - 11/0 (1.5)
September 28, 2025 8:53 pm
Sahibzada Farhan breaks free with a well-timed boundary off Jasprit Bumrah, taking his personal score to 10 runs. This boundary provides a crucial momentum shift for Pakistan.
First Boundary of the Match! | Pakistan - 4/0 (1.0)
September 28, 2025 8:55 pm
Sahibzada Farhan breaks the early pressure with a well-placed boundary, getting Pakistan off the mark and bringing some much-needed momentum to the innings.
First Boundary of the Match! | Pakistan - 4/0 (0.5)
September 28, 2025 9:03 pm
Sahibzada Farhan scores the first boundary of the innings with a well-timed shot, breaking the early pressure built by Shivam Dube. This brings some much-needed runs for Pakistan.
First Ball of the Match
September 28, 2025 9:07 pm
Shivam Dube bowls the first ball of the match to Sahibzada Farhan, who plays it defensively, resulting in a dot ball. A steady start to the innings.
Teams Unveiled for the Clash!
September 28, 2025 9:11 pm
The playing XIs are officially announced! India's lineup features a strong batting order with Shubman Gill and Suryakumar Yadav, supported by Jasprit Bumrah in bowling. Pakistan counters with Fakhar Zaman and Shaheen Afridi, setting the stage for a thrilling encounter.
India Wins Toss, Opts to Bowl First
September 28, 2025 9:12 pm
India won the toss and elected to bowl first in this crucial encounter. The captain made a strategic decision to put the opposition in to bat, aiming to exploit any early movement on the pitch.
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