Pakistan secured a thrilling 11-run victory over Bangladesh to qualify for the Asia Cup 2025 final, where they will face arch-rival India on September 28 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Defending a modest target of 135 runs, Pakistan’s bowlers rose to the occasion, restricting Bangladesh to 124 for 9 in their 20 overs. Haris Rauf and Shaheen Shah Afridi were outstanding, each claiming three wickets, while Saim Ayub chipped in with two crucial dismissals.
Bangladesh’s chase was anchored by Shamim Hossain, who scored a fighting 30 off 25 balls. However, once he was dismissed, Bangladesh’s hopes of pulling off the win quickly faded. Despite a late effort from the lower order, they fell short of the target.
Earlier, Pakistan’s batting lineup struggled as they managed 138 for 8 in their allotted overs. Mohammad Haris stood out with a steady 31 off 23 deliveries. For Bangladesh, Taskin Ahmed impressed with the ball, taking three wickets, but his effort could not prevent Pakistan from marching into the final.
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