IND vs PAK Final Match Preview, Wasim Akram Reveals the Formula to Beat India

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IND vs PAK Final Match Preview: The Asia Cup 2025 has now reached its most exciting stage. This epic battle, which began on September 9th, has now reached the final with two of its top contenders, India and Pakistan, after a fierce battle between 18 matches and 8 teams. The wait for cricket fans is about to end, as these two arch-rivals will clash for the title in Dubai on Sunday.

First final in 41 years

This match is not just a final, but also a history-making moment. This will be the first time in the 41-year history of the Asia Cup that India and Pakistan will face each other in the final.

Based on record and current form, India is considered the favorite to win this decisive match.

Meanwhile, Pakistan will be eyeing a major upset to regain its pride.

Pakistan has lost twice in the tournament

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India and Pakistan have clashed twice in the Asia Cup 2025, and both times India has won.

In the group stage, the Suryakumar Yadav-led team defeated Pakistan by 7 wickets, and in the Super Four, Team India once again defeated Pakistan by 6 wickets.

After two consecutive defeats, the pressure on the Pakistan team is clearly visible. Understanding this situation, legendary former Pakistani fast bowler Wasim Akram has offered important advice to Salman Ali Agha and company ahead of the final.

Wasim Akram's 'Winning Mantra': Confidence and Early Wickets

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Wasim Akram Reveals the Formula to Beat India: The 'Sultan of Swing' Wasim Akram has advised Pakistan to maintain their confidence and focus on taking early wickets to push India on the back foot.

Akram said, "The final is between India and Pakistan. India is definitely the favorite, but anything can happen in cricket. Pakistan must maintain their confidence and momentum. They must believe in themselves and play smart cricket. If Pakistan can take early wickets, they can push India on the back foot. I hope the best team comes out on top in the end." will win."

It's clear that Pakistan's path to victory will lie in destroying the Indian top order in the early overs.

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Captain Salman Ali Agha boasts: "We can beat anyone"

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Pakistan secured a place in the final by defeating Bangladesh by 11 runs in their last Super Four match. Following the win, captain Salman Ali Agha expressed confidence for the final.

Agha said, "If you win matches like this, we must be a special team. Everyone played very well. There's room for improvement in batting, and we'll work on that. We're fielding well. Mike Hesson said that if you can't field well, you won't be in the team." We are a good enough team to beat anyone. We will come back on Sunday and try to do just that.

It's clear from the captain's statement that the team wants to put aside the pressure and make a fresh start and is ready to give its best performance in the final.

Now it remains to be seen whether India completes its hat-trick of victories and lifts the title, or whether Pakistan follows Wasim Akram's mantra and pulls off a major upset!

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