Fri Sep 26 19:00:00 UTC 2025: **Summary:**

Pakistan defeated Bangladesh by 11 runs in a low-scoring thriller to secure their spot in the 2025 Asia Cup final against India. After a slow start, a late surge led by Mohammad Haris and Mohammad Nawaz helped Pakistan post 135/8. Bangladesh struggled to chase the target, hampered by tight bowling from Pakistan’s pacers and spinners. Dropped catches and missed opportunities in the field also hurt Bangladesh’s chances. Shaheen Afridi and Haris Rauf were the pick of the bowlers for Pakistan, taking three wickets each.

**News Article:**

**Pakistan Clinch Asia Cup Final Berth with Nervy Win Over Bangladesh**

**Dubai, UAE** – Pakistan booked their place in the final of the 2025 Asia Cup with a hard-fought 11-run victory over Bangladesh at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Friday. In a low-scoring affair, Pakistan defended a total of 135/8, overcoming a shaky start with a late-innings flourish.

After being put in to bat, Pakistan struggled to build momentum against disciplined Bangladeshi bowling. However, crucial contributions from Mohammad Haris (31) and Mohammad Nawaz (25) propelled them to a competitive total.

Bangladesh’s chase was stifled by Pakistan’s disciplined bowling attack. Shaheen Afridi (3-17) and Haris Rauf (3-33) led the charge, applying pressure from the outset. The spin trio of Abrar Ahmed, Mohammad Nawaz, and Saim Ayub further tightened the screws in the middle overs, choking the run flow and making scoring difficult.

Despite a late fightback from Shamim Hossain (30), Bangladesh fell short, finishing at 124/9. Crucial dropped catches and missed run-out opportunities also proved costly for Bangladesh, ultimately ending their Asia Cup campaign.

Pakistan will now face arch-rivals India in the Asia Cup final.

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