Wed Sep 24 12:50:00 UTC 2025: **News Article:**

**India Eyes Asia Cup Final Berth in Clash with Resurgent Bangladesh**

**Dubai, UAE -** India will aim to secure their spot in the Asia Cup 2025 final when they face a confident Bangladesh side in their Super 4 stage match in Dubai on Wednesday, September 24th.

Following Pakistan’s victory over Sri Lanka, the Super 4 standings are tight, adding pressure on India to secure a win and avoid a scramble for the final spot. India has dominated the tournament so far, winning all four of their matches, including two against arch-rivals Pakistan.

However, Bangladesh, fresh off a morale-boosting victory against Sri Lanka, presents a potentially tough challenge. Despite India’s strong record against Bangladesh in T20Is (18 wins to 1 loss), their most recent Asia Cup encounter in the 50-over format resulted in a shock defeat.

India will likely field an unchanged lineup, with assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate confirming that Jasprit Bumrah will not be rested and Sanju Samson will continue in the middle order. Axar Patel is expected to be cleared to play after a head injury scare.

Bangladesh, on the other hand, faces uncertainty over captain Litton Das, who sustained a rib injury in training. His availability will be a game-day decision. The team is also considering changes to their bowling attack, potentially bringing in express pacer Tanzim Sakib and choosing between wrist-spinner Rishad Hossain and off-spinner Mahedi Hasan.

The Dubai pitch is expected to favor slower bowlers, and dew could play a factor in the evening. Despite Bangladesh’s recent win, India is considered the favorite to win. A victory for India would guarantee their place in the final, while a defeat would leave Bangladesh needing to win against Pakistan.

**Match Details:**

* **Teams:** India vs. Bangladesh
* **Time:** 8:00 PM IST
* **Venue:** Dubai
* **TV Coverage:** Star Sports
* **Live Streaming:** JioHotstar

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