For the first time in the Asia Cup, India and Pakistan are set to meet in the final. This historic encounter marks the first instance in 41 years that these two rivals will compete in the tournament’s championship match. Data suggests that the toss will be a pivotal factor in the Dubai final. India’s recent performances have reportedly heightened the tension within the Pakistan camp.
The toss could prove decisive in the Asia Cup final scheduled for September 28. Analyzing the past 10 matches, the chasing team has emerged victorious on five occasions at the Dubai venue. The team batting first has won four times, while one match concluded with a Super Over.
India and Pakistan have faced off five times in T20Is on this ground, with India securing three wins. Pakistan has been successful in two matches. Notably, the chasing team has triumphed in every game. The last two encounters have presented a cause for concern for Pakistan.
India has dominated the last two matches in the Asia Cup 2025, with convincing victories. In the first match on September 14, India defeated Pakistan by 7 wickets. Furthermore, India triumphed over Pakistan by 6 wickets in the Super-4 stage.
In the Asia Cup 2025, Pakistan’s captain, Salman Agha, has won the toss three times, securing two wins and experiencing one loss. India’s captain, Suryakumar Yadav, has won the toss thrice this tournament, and Team India remains undefeated. India also established the highest score in the Asia Cup 2025, scoring 202 runs for 5 wickets in 20 overs against Sri Lanka. Although Sri Lanka matched the score, a target of 185 runs had never previously been chased on this ground.