The buzz around India vs Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2025 is unlike any other, but this time the build-up is a bit dark than usual. As the two teams prepare to lock horns in Dubai, the noise outside the field has been deafening. Ever since the government gave BCCI the green signal to participate despite tensions following Operation Sindoor, fans back home have been divided. Social media has been flooded with hashtags calling for a boycott, ticket sales have slowed, and emotions are running high. Inside the Indian camp, Gautam Gambhir’s dressing room has also felt the wind of the boycott debate, with players holding meetings to address the matter. Yet, the high-octane clash is expected to put on a show. Suryakumar Yadav and his group would love to dominate the game, while Pakistan have an exciting team of their own.
India vs Pakistan LIVE
India vs Pakistan Match Details
- Match: India vs Pakistan, Asia Cup Match 5
- Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai
- Date: September 14, Sunday
- Toss time: 6:00 PM Local, 7:30 PM IST
- Match timings: 6:30 PM Local, 8:00 PM IST
Team India Team News & Playing XI
Team India sprung a surprise after they included Sanju Samson and excluded Arshdeep Singh from the playing XI against the UAE. Despite not batting in his natural position, Samson will bat out of spot. Meanwhile, Shivam Dube, used as a pace-bowling option, bowled superbly. However, India are without their star pacer Arshdeep, who is also the highest wicket-taker in India’s T20I history.
India’s Playing XI: Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav (c), Tilak Varma, Sanju Samson (wk), Shivam Dube, Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Varun Chakaravarthy
Pakistan Team News & Playing XI
Pakistan endured a collapse against Oman. However, Mohammed Haris, who was promoted to number three, impressed and would be key again alongside Saim Ayub, Fakhar Zaman and skipper Salman Ali Agha. However, among bowlers, it remains to be seen if Pakistan will continue to go spin-heavy or if Haris Rauf will replace Sufiyan Muqeem.
India vs Pakistan Live streaming and where to watch?
| Region | TV Broadcast | Live Streaming |
|---|---|---|
| India | Sony Sports 1, Sony Sports 3 (Hindi), Sony Sports 4 (Tamil/Telugu), Sony Sports 5 | SonyLIV, Fancode, Airtel Xstream |
| Bangladesh | Gazi TV | Toffee, Tapmad |
| Sri Lanka | Sirasa TV, TV-1 | Dialog ViU |
| Pakistan | PTV Sports HD | Tapmad, Myco |
| UAE/MENA | CricLife, CricLife Max (eLife TV, Switch TV) | StarzPlay |
| USA | Willow TV | Willow TV app |
| Australia | — | Kayo Sports |
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