India A vs Pakistan A, 6th Match, Group B

The upcoming clash between India A and Pakistan A in the ACC Mens Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025 Group B stage promises to be a riveting T20 encounter. India A enters this match on the back of three consecutive victories, showing a blend of experienced youngsters and raw talent adapting quickly to the pressure of high-stakes games. Pakistan A, meanwhile, has had a mixed run with two wins and two losses in their last five outings, but their batting depth and pace attack remain threats on any given day. Historically, matches between these two sides at the A-team level have been tightly contested with India A holding a slight edge in recent years due to more consistent middle-order performances. Key players for India A like Arjun Mehta and Rohan Singh have delivered done well with the bat, while spinners such as Shaurya Pathak have proved effective in breaking partnerships. Pakistan A relies heavily on opener Bilal Khan who has scored heavily and their bowler Fahad Malik who has been among wickets regularly. The match strategy for both sides will revolve around exploiting powerplay overs wisely and holding a strong death bowling unit, as the ground favors batsmen after initial overs. Defensive field placements and rotating the strike will also be crucial given the relatively tricky outfield slowing down boundaries. Considering the current form and team balance, India A appears marginally better prepared and cohesive, but Pakistan A’s firepower cannot be underestimated in such short formats where momentum can shift swiftly.

Winning Probability
India A: 56%, Pakistan A: 44%

If India A bats first, they are likely to post a competitive total around 165-175 runs. Their aggressive top order combined with capable finishers is well-suited to maximizing the ground's boundaries. Conversely, if Pakistan A gets to bat first, expect a slightly lower but solid total of 160-170 runs due to their risk-taking approach upfront. The pitch allows stroke play but assists bowlers early on, which may restrict runaway totals. Both teams have shown good ability to chase targets above 160 at this venue, suggesting a closely fought contest with tactical decisions around batting order and powerplay execution playing vital roles.

The West End Park International Cricket Stadium traditionally offers a balanced pitch with even assistance for bowlers and batsmen. The surface tends to be slow initially but comes into its own after 6-8 overs, favoring stroke-play and spin. The average first-innings score here in T20 matches is about 165 runs. Chasing teams have a slight advantage, with the win percentage hovering around 54%. Weather on match day is forecast to be clear, with no rain interruptions and a mild breeze, perfect for an uninterrupted game. Among the two teams, India A’s Shaurya Pathak holds the record for the best bowling figures on this ground, with 4/19 in a recent contest. Pakistan A’s top batsman Bilal Khan boasts the highest individual score on this ground between both teams, with a 78-run knock in the opening match. These individual performances highlight key players' impact and the balanced nature of this venue.

Teams	Matches Played	India A Wins	Pakistan A Wins	Draw/No Result
India A vs Pakistan A	12	7	4	1

Team Recent Performance

Team	Last 5 Matches
India A	W, W, W, L, W
Pakistan A	W, L, W, L, L

Arjun Mehta has been in sublime form for India A, striking at an impressive 140+ with crucial runs at the top order.

Rohan Singh provides stability in the middle overs and is known for his calm under pressure and ability to accelerate when required.

Shaurya Pathak is India A’s leading spinner with knack for picking wickets in tight spots, pivotal on this slow pitch.

Bilal Khan is Pakistan A's dependable opener, showcasing consistency with a 50+ average in the tournament so far.

Fahad Malik has been their spearhead in bowling, troubling batsmen with pace and swing in powerplay and death overs alike.

Ahmed Tariq an emerging all-rounder, contributes vital runs lower down the order and bowls accurate medium pace spells.