India has qualified for the Asia Cup 2025 final, securing a commanding 41-run win over Bangladesh. The performance showcased their depth and dominance throughout the match, despite facing some challenges.
Abhishek Sharma started strongly, continuing his excellent form and giving India early momentum. His aggressive batting put pressure on the Bangladeshi bowlers. The possibility of a 200-plus score seemed likely, but a run-out changed the course of the innings.
India finished with a total of 168 runs, which was still a competitive score, even if it was less than what seemed possible at the halfway mark.
Bangladesh struggled to find their rhythm. Saif Hassan played a spirited innings, but India missed several opportunities to dismiss him. Despite these missed chances, Bangladesh couldn’t convert them into significant runs.
Jasprit Bumrah eventually ended Saif’s innings. The Indian wrist-spinners then made a significant impact, taking five wickets and limiting Bangladesh’s middle and lower order, preventing a late comeback.
The result confirms India’s place in the final and eliminates Sri Lanka from the tournament. The remaining spot in the final will be determined in a decisive match between Pakistan and Bangladesh.
With India playing with such strength, the question is who will face them in the final? Pakistan or Bangladesh? A thrilling conclusion to the tournament is expected.