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Pakistan Shaheens (137/2) defeat India A (136) comfortably by 8 wickets in 2025 Asia Cup Rising Stars

India vs Pakistan in ACC Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025 — Who will win in this showdown?


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🏏 Pakistan Shaheens vs India A: Rising Stars Asia Cup

The stage is set for a blockbuster clash as Pakistan Shaheens take on their arch rivals India A in a highly anticipated encounter at the ACC Men's Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025 in Doha, Qatar.
Both teams have started the tournament with convincing wins in Group B, making this match a crucial fight for the top spot and early momentum towards the semi-finals.

🔥 The High Stakes

| India A | Won by 148 runs (vs UAE) | Vaibhav Suryavanshi: 144 off 42 balls | 1st (Higher Net Run Rate) |
| Pakistan Shaheens | Won by 40 runs (vs Oman) | Maaz Sadaqat: 96 off 54 balls | 2nd |
* Date: Sunday, November 16, 2025
* Venue: West End Park International Cricket Stadium, Doha, Qatar
* Significance: The winner will likely secure the top position in Group B, boosting their chances of a favorable semi-final match-up.

🌟 Key Players to Watch

🇮🇳 India A: The Batting Powerhouse
India A enters the match with blistering form, having posted a mammoth 297/4 in their first game.
* Vaibhav Suryavanshi: The young opener is the man in form, having smashed a stunning century (144) in the opening game with a strike rate over 340. His performance will be key.
* Jitesh Sharma (Captain): The skipper provides power and experience in the middle order, demonstrated by his unbeaten 83 off 32 balls in the first match.
* Gurjapneet Singh: The top wicket-taker for India A with 3 wickets in the previous match, he will be crucial in controlling the Shaheens' scoring.

🇵🇰 Pakistan Shaheens: The All-Round Threat
The Pakistan Shaheens, led by Muhammad Irfan Khan, showcased a strong all-round display in their opening win.
* Maaz Sadaqat: He was the star with the bat, scoring a brilliant 96 runs and helping his team post a formidable total of 220. His ability to anchor and accelerate will be vital.
* Muhammad Irfan Khan (Captain): Known for his dynamic batting and fielding, the skipper's leadership and performance in the high-pressure environment will be under the spotlight.
* Ubaid Shah & Saad Masood: These bowlers were instrumental in the win against Oman, and their ability to pick up wickets will be crucial in containing the powerful Indian lineup.

📊 Match Scenario
The pitch at the West End Park Stadium has shown good batting conditions, with the average first-innings score rising in this tournament. Both teams have shown they can post big totals in the T20 format, suggesting a high-scoring contest is on the cards.
India A currently holds a significantly better Net Run Rate, but a victory for the Shaheens would vault them to the top of the group standings and hand a major psychological advantage to the young Pakistani side.

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So the showdown is coming later this evening....

I think the way India batted in the last game, pakistan stands no chance here
 
We all know about how much English people speak here... Talk about the game instead... Better that way
You mean how 'well' English is spoken/written here...:)...any ways - hope for a game in which the rising stars of Asia of both sides will display their skills..
 
India A bowling looks subpar.

Vyshak is a bum and Yash Thakur is useless.

It’s all about batting for India A.

Vaibhav, Arya, Ramandeep, Ashutosh, Wadhera and Naman Dhir are the players to watch. This line should post in excess of 200 almost every match.
 
India playing XI: Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Priyansh Arya, Nehal Wadhera ,Naman Dhir ,Jitesh Sharma (c)(wk) ,Ramandeep Singh ,Harsh Dubey ,Ashutosh Sharma ,Yash Thakur ,Gurjapneet Singh ,Suyash Sharma
 
Some edges and bad missed timed shots early on that haven't found the fielders. Pitch doesn't look like it will be very easy to bat on.
 
This Vaibhav kid looks very similar to Prithvi Shaw the way he is batting. Shaw who was hyped too moon has a similar style
 
The intent by the Indian young batsmen is so so positive and good. Constantly looking to attack.
 
Ubaid has bowled the best. The rest have wasted the spot
He's good. May replace his brother in the future. Since they're off the same height or maybe Ubaid a little taller and also bowls at a quicker pace now.

Ubaid and Ali Raza have potential to be Pakistan's long term pace attack for all formats.
 
Real test for this kid is second IPL season. If he clicks one more season he will find a place in the national side. But he is still better than tuk tuk Gill in T20.
 
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