India vs Pakistan Asia Cup Final Match Is it still possible?, Know the equations

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India vs Pakistan Asia Cup Final Match: Pakistan's defeat against India in the Super Four stage of the Asia Cup has increased its difficulties and it is in danger of being eliminated from the tournament. Pakistan's performance in the Asia Cup so far has been poor. It has played four matches so far, losing two and winning two. Interestingly, both defeats have come against India.

This defeat has dealt a major blow to Pakistan's hopes of reaching the final. However, the Pakistani team still has a chance to reach the final. Winning the remaining two matches can significantly strengthen its chances of reaching the final. Now, Pakistan will face Sri Lanka in the second Super Four match on Tuesday.

Can Pakistan still reach the final of the Asia Cup 2025?

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In the Asia Cup, all four teams that reach the Super Four stage will play three matches each. If Pakistan wins its next two Super Four matches, it will earn four points. Consequently, it will only be able to play in the final if it finishes in the top two in the points table. The same situation will be true for the Indian team. Team India will also need to finish in the top two to reach the title match.

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Pakistan could be eliminated if they lose to Sri Lanka

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If Pakistan loses to Sri Lanka in its next match on September 23rd, its elimination is almost certain, as even a win against Bangladesh would only allow it to reach a maximum of two points. If Pakistan defeats Sri Lanka, it will need a win against Bangladesh to strengthen its chances of reaching the final. Sri Lanka and Bangladesh are also firmly in the race for the final.

Sri Lanka won all three matches in Group B, but was defeated by Bangladesh in the first Super Four match. This means Bangladesh already has one win and two points. India also has two points and is in first place in the points table due to its superior net run rate. India's net run rate is +0.689, while Bangladesh's is +0.121. Sri Lanka and Pakistan have not opened their accounts in the points table. However, Sri Lanka is in third place, above Pakistan. Sri Lanka's net run rate is -0.121. The net run rate of the Pakistani team is -0.689.

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Asia Cup Final: The Scenarios for India vs Pakistan

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An India vs. Pakistan final is also possible in the 2025 Asia Cup. If Pakistan wins both of its matches, while India also wins its remaining two, the two countries will certainly meet for the third time in the 2025 Asia Cup. Even if India loses one match while Pakistan wins both of its remaining matches, a final between the two could still take place. However, net run rate could also come into play.

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