The much-anticipated final of Asia Cup 2025 between India and Pakistan took place on September 28 at Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Cricket fans were treated to edge-of-the-seat drama, intense contests, and a finish that will be remembered for years. In this post, we bring you a full breakdown of what happened — and how users of Fairplay24 made the most of it via Fairplay24 Login and the Fairplay24 App.
The Build-up & Context
This final was historic — it was the first time India and Pakistan met in an Asia Cup final. India came into the match unbeaten in the tournament, having beaten Pakistan twice already. The rivalry, high stakes, and past political tensions added extra weight to every ball.
Pakistan’s Innings: Strong Start, Sudden Collapse
India won the toss in the Asia Cup 2025 final against Pakistan, which took place on September 28, 2025, in Dubai. India’s captain Suryakumar Yadav won the toss and elected to bowl first against Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2025 final
- Sahibzada Farhan scored 57 off 38 balls.
- Fakhar Zaman added 46 off 35 balls.
- Their opening stand had the momentum — at one stage Pakistan were 113 for 1 in 12.4 overs.
But then India’s spinners choked the innings. Kuldeep Yadav was the star, ripping through the middle and lower order to claim 4 wickets for 30 runs. Combined with wickets from Jasprit Bumrah, Varun Chakravarthy, Axar Patel, Pakistan’s batting fell apart.
They lost 9 wickets for just 33 runs in a shock collapse and were all out for 146 in 19.1 overs.
India’s Chase: Rocky Start, Calm Finish
Chasing 147, India got into trouble early:
- They slumped to 20 for 3 inside the first few overs.
Enter Tilak Varma. He anchored the innings beautifully:
- Varma remained unbeaten 69 off 53 balls.
- He stitched useful partnerships: first with Sanju Samson who scored 24
- Then with Shivam Dube, who made 33 off 22 balls.
That 60-run stand turned the tide. Ultimately India crossed the finish line in 19.4 overs, with just 2 balls to spare, ending at 150 for 5.
Drama Beyond the Pitch
The story didn’t end with the win. The trophy presentation ceremony turned into controversy:
- India’s players refused to accept the trophy or medals from Mohsin Naqvi (ACC President and Pakistan’s Interior Minister).
- The presentation was delayed by over an hour, then cut short.
- Indian players later held a mock trophy ceremony with an imaginary cup, which went viral on social media.
This blend of on-field brilliance and off-field tension made the match more than just a final — it was a statement.
Who Shone & Key Records
- Man of the Match: Tilak Varma (for his calm, match-winning knock)
- Kuldeep Yadav: 4 wickets to orchestrate Pakistan’s collapse.
- India became the first team to beat Pakistan three times in one Asia Cup edition.
- With this win, India now holds a record ninth Asia Cup title.
Fairplay24 & How It Enhanced the Experience
For those who bet or followed via Fairplay24, this final was a big opportunity:
- Many users logged in via Fairplay24 Login just before the match to place their bets or view predictions.
- The Fairplay24 App allowed real-time updates, live odds, and match alerts, so users never missed a moment.
- Because Fairplay24 provides dynamic odds and supports in-play betting, many users were able to place winning bets during pivotal moments — for example, as India recovered from 20/3 or when Pakistan began collapsing.
- After the match, Fairplay24 highlighted successful predictions and key scorers (like Varma and Kuldeep) to showcase big wins achieved by its users.
This integration of match data and betting infrastructure shows how Fairplay24 isn’t just a platform — it’s a companion during major cricket moments.
Final Thoughts & Takeaways
The India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2025 final gave us a bit of everything: stellar individual performances, sharp bowling, tension in the chase, and off-field drama. Tilak Varma’s composure under pressure stood out. Kuldeep Yadav’s spell turned the game. And the trophy ceremony added an extra layer to the narrative.
For cricket fans and bettors alike, platforms like Fairplay24 enhanced the experience — letting users interact, bet, and celebrate in sync with the action. Whether via Fairplay24 Login or through the Fairplay24 App, users had access to insights and real-time engagement throughout the final.