India vs Pakistan, 6th Match Asia Cup 2025

The 6th match of the Asia Cup 2025 sees India (IND) take on Pakistan (PAK) at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai. Check pitch report, probable XIs, key players, and winning chances in our IND vs PAK Asia Cup 2025 match prediction.

India, under Suryakumar Yadav’s captaincy, bring a strong blend of youth and experience. With Shubman Gill and Abhishek Sharma at the top, backed by Tilak Varma and Sanju Samson, their batting unit looks aggressive yet adaptable. Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, and Axar Patel provide all-round depth, while Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakaravarthy, and Jasprit Bumrah form a potent bowling trio.

Pakistan, led by Salman Agha, rely on their explosive opening pair Saim Ayub and Sahibzada Farhan. Fakhar Zaman adds firepower at the top, while Mohammad Haris provides wicketkeeping stability. The middle order of Salman Agha and all-rounders Mohammad Nawaz and Faheem Ashraf adds flexibility. With Shaheen Afridi, Sufiyan Muqeem, and Abrar Ahmed in the attack, Pakistan boast a dangerous bowling lineup.

📌 If India Bat First

• Expected Total: 165–180 (T20 format)
• Key Batters: Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav
• Key Pakistan Bowlers: Shaheen Afridi (new ball), Abrar Ahmed (spin)
• Strategic Insight: India need Gill and Abhishek to neutralize Shaheen’s opening spell. If Suryakumar anchors the innings and Hardik finishes strong, India can post a challenging score.

📌 If Pakistan Bat First

• Expected Total: 160–175
• Key Batters: Babar Azam (oops not here), Fakhar Zaman, Saim Ayub
• Key India Bowlers: Jasprit Bumrah (new ball), Kuldeep Yadav (middle overs)
• Strategic Insight: Pakistan’s openers must attack early but avoid losing quick wickets to Bumrah. If Fakhar or Haris bat deep, Pakistan can push beyond 170, putting India under pressure in a chase.

🎯 Winning Probability – Asia Cup 2025 Prediction

• India (IND): 55%
• Pakistan (PAK): 45%

👉 According to our IND vs PAK Asia Cup 2025 prediction, India start as slight favorites due to their balanced all-round unit and Bumrah’s impact with the ball. However, Pakistan’s left-arm pace spearheaded by Shaheen Afridi can tilt the game if he strikes early.

India (IND):
Shubman Gill, Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav (c), Sanju Samson (wk), Hardik Pandya, Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakaravarthy, Jasprit Bumrah

Pakistan (PAK):
Saim Ayub, Sahibzada Farhan, Mohammad Haris (wk), Fakhar Zaman, Salman Agha (c), Hasan Nawaz, Mohammad Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Afridi, Sufiyan Muqeem, Abrar Ahmed

📌 Must-Have Picks

• Shubman Gill (IND) – India’s most consistent ODI batter, reliable top-order anchor.
• Suryakumar Yadav (IND) – Skipper and middle-order stabilizer, excellent strike rotation and acceleration.
• Jasprit Bumrah (IND) – India’s spearhead with new ball and death overs, wicket machine.
• Shaheen Afridi (PAK) – Pakistan’s strike bowler, dangerous in powerplay under lights.

👑 Captaincy Choices (C)

• Shubman Gill (IND) – If he sees off Shaheen, can go on to play a match-winning knock.
• Suryakumar Yadav (IND) – Steady middle-order option who rarely fails in high-pressure matches.

👥 Vice-Captain Choices (VC)

• Jasprit Bumrah (IND) – Consistent wicket-taker, fantasy gold in Dubai conditions.
• Shaheen Afridi (PAK) – Can destroy India’s top order if conditions assist swing.

⚡ Differential Picks (X-Factors)

• Hardik Pandya (IND) – Provides both batting depth and 4+ overs, a game-changer.
• Fakhar Zaman (PAK) – Explosive opener, can shift momentum if he survives early.
• Kuldeep Yadav (IND) – Mystery spinner who can trouble Pakistan’s middle order.

🏆 Suggested Fantasy XI (Dream11/My11Circle)

• WK: Mohammad Rizwan, Rishabh Pant
• Batters: Shubman Gill (C), Suryakumar Yadav (VC), Fakhar Zaman
• All-rounders: Hardik Pandya, Mohammad Nawaz
• Bowlers: Jasprit Bumrah, Shaheen Afridi, Kuldeep Yadav, Abrar Ahmed

👉 Balanced XI with 5 batting options, 2 all-rounders, and 4 wicket-taking bowlers, covering both powerplay and death overs.