India beat Bangladesh by 41 runs in Super Four clash; Young opener and spinner deliver match-winning performances
India Book Spot in Asia Cup 2025 Final
In a high-stakes Asia Cup 2025 Super Four match, India defeated Bangladesh by 41 runs, securing their place in the tournament final. The victory was powered by Abhishek Sharma’s explosive batting and Kuldeep Yadav’s clinical bowling, as India outplayed their opponents in all departments.
Match Summary: India vs Bangladesh – Key Moments
- India: 294/6 in 50 overs
- Bangladesh: 253 all out in 47.4 overs
- India won by 41 runs
- Player of the Match: Abhishek Sharma
Top Performers
Abhishek Sharma (India)
- Scored a brilliant 112 off 95 balls
- Anchored the innings after early loss of Rohit Sharma
- Smashed 11 fours and 4 sixes
Kuldeep Yadav (India)
- Took 4 wickets for 36 runs
- Dismantled Bangladesh’s middle order
- Continued his stellar form in the Asia Cup
India’s Dominant Batting Display
Put in to bat first, India posted a challenging total of 294, thanks to a solid top-order effort led by Abhishek Sharma. Contributions from Virat Kohli (54) and Hardik Pandya (42)* provided the late flourish.
Bangladesh Falter Under Pressure
In reply, Bangladesh started well with Liton Das and Shanto putting on a steady partnership. But Kuldeep Yadav’s introduction changed the game, as he picked up key wickets in quick succession.
Other bowlers, including Jasprit Bumrah and Ravindra Jadeja, kept things tight at the other end.
India March Into Final
With this win, India becomes the first team to qualify for the Asia Cup 2025 Final, continuing an unbeaten run in the Super Four stage.
Captain Rohit Sharma praised the team’s performance:
“We’re peaking at the right time. Abhishek was outstanding and the bowlers executed the plan perfectly.”
What’s Next?
India will face the winner of the remaining Super Four fixture between Pakistan and Sri Lanka in the Asia Cup 2025 Final, scheduled for September 28.
