The 17th match of the Asia Cup 2025 was contested between Pakistan and Bangladesh. This match, held at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, served as a virtual semifinal between the two teams. Pakistan secured their spot in the final by winning this match, while Bangladesh’s journey concluded. Although Pakistan qualified for the final, they were unable to surpass Team India in one aspect.
Pakistan faced a defeat against India in their first Super-4 match. However, they made a strong comeback by defeating Sri Lanka and Bangladesh, earning a place in the final. Despite this, they couldn’t overtake Team India in the points table. They were also in second place during the group stage and couldn’t reach the top spot in the Super-4. With Pakistan’s Super-4 matches now concluded, Team India is almost certain to maintain the number-1 position.
India has secured two wins in the two matches played so far, accumulating 4 points. Their net run rate is 1.357. India’s next match is against Sri Lanka, and they are expected to continue their winning streak. Pakistan, on the other hand, has won two out of three matches, also with 4 points. However, their net run rate is 0.329, which is significantly lower than India’s. Therefore, unless Team India loses their final Super-4 match by a large margin, they will finish in first place.
Bangladesh is in third place with 2 points, having won one and lost two matches in three games. They have also been eliminated from the tournament. Their net run rate is -0.831. Sri Lanka is currently at the bottom, with 0 points and a net run rate of -0.590, having lost both of their two matches. Their next match is against India, where they will aim to conclude the tournament with a win.
