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The India vs Pakistan rivalry in the Asia Cup 2025 gave fans not only thrilling cricket but also a heated on-field moment. During the second Super Four match at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Indian openers Abhishek Sharma and Shubman Gill had a tense exchange with Pakistan fast bowler Haris Rauf.
What Happened on the Field?
- In the fifth over of India’s innings, Abhishek Sharma hit Haris Rauf for a boundary on the second ball.
- Rauf glared angrily at Abhishek, but the Indian opener stayed calm and did not react.
- On the last ball of the same over, Shubman Gill also struck a boundary.
- This led to some heated words between Rauf and Abhishek Sharma.
- Umpires intervened quickly, making sure the situation did not get out of hand.
- The over ended with 12 runs for India, giving them a strong position in the chase.
Watch Full Video of the Heated Moment
Abhishek Sharma abused Haris Rauf over 6-0 comment.
— LUCIFER ?? (@KohliHood) September 21, 2025
Now he is showing him who is the real father proud of you Abhishek ?pic.twitter.com/sVu2RGSK7e
Earlier Clash with Shaheen Afridi
The drama actually started from the very first ball of the chase. Abhishek Sharma smashed Shaheen Afridi for a huge six. The aggressive stroke led to an early exchange of words, showing the intensity of the match.
This kind of aggression was last seen decades ago by players like Yuvraj Singh, Gautam Gambhir..
— Trupti Garg (@garg_trupti) September 21, 2025
Abhishek Sharma ?#INDvsPAK pic.twitter.com/zR6UT2E99l
India’s Chase of 172 Runs
- Pakistan scored 171 runs batting first.
- India needed 172 to win.
- Abhishek and Gill gave India a flying start with fearless batting.
- Abhishek attacked boldly while Gill played smart strokes to find boundaries.
- Their opening partnership set the tone for the chase.
- India finally reached the target with six wickets in hand.
Social Media Reactions
As soon as the heated moment with Haris Rauf happened, clips from the match started trending online. Indian fans praised Abhishek for staying calm under pressure and cheered Gill’s confident boundary. Pakistani fans backed Rauf’s aggression, saying it showed his fighting spirit.
Final Result
India defeated Pakistan by six wickets in their second Super Four match at the Asia Cup 2025. Along with great batting, the match will be remembered for its fiery exchanges that added drama to the world’s biggest cricket rivalry.
Also Read: Watch IND vs PAK Asia Cup 2025 Highlights: India Won by 6 Wickets in Super 4
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