Asia Cup 2025: Will India and Pakistan Meet Again? Full Equation for a Possible Final Clash

The India-Pakistan rivalry continues to dominate the 2025 Asia Cup. The two arch-rivals have already met twice in the tournament, and fans are wondering—could there be a third showdown in the final? Let’s look at the current scenario and the path ahead.

Super Four Standings So Far

• India: On top of the Super Four table with 2 points and a +0.689 NRR, after defeating Pakistan by 6 wickets.

• Pakistan: At the bottom with a –0.689 NRR, following their loss to India.

• Bangladesh: In second place with a win in their first Super Four match.

• Sri Lanka: In third, with a negative run rate.

What Needs to Happen for an India-Pakistan Final?

• India’s path: If India continues its winning form and defeats Bangladesh (Sept 24) and Sri Lanka (Sept 26), their place in the final will be sealed.

• Pakistan’s path: Pakistan must win both its remaining matches—vs Sri Lanka (Sept 23) and vs Bangladesh (Sept 25)—to stay in contention.

• If both India and Pakistan win their upcoming fixtures, fans will witness an India vs Pakistan final on September 28, 2025.

Key Factor – Bangladesh’s Role

Bangladesh has already opened the Super Four with a win. Their performance against both India and Pakistan will be decisive in shaping the final line-up.