Despite a flawed performance, India stormed into the final of the Asia Cup 2025, after a 41-run triumph against Bangladesh in the Super Fours clash at the Dubai International Stadium on Wednesday.

After being put to bat, India posted 168/6, riding high on Abhishek Sharma’s scorching 71-run blitz and Hardik Pandya’s finishing touches of 38(29).

It wasn’t a perfect performance from India though; four dropped catches and a mini batting collapse in the middle of the innings highlighted some problems. Despite the fragmented display, India booked its place in the final unbeaten and ended Sri Lanka’s campaign in the Super Fours. Bangladesh’s fixture against Pakistan has turned into a virtual semi-final on Thursday. The winner of the contest will fight for the title against the world champions.

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