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India and Pakistan Set for First Asia Cup Final as Dubai Stadium Sells Out

India arrive as unbeaten favorites after two prior wins over Pakistan this month.

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India will play against arch-rival Pakistan in the final of the Asia Cup.
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India's Shubman Gill plays a shot.

Overview

  • The final is scheduled for Sunday, September 28 at Dubai International Cricket Stadium, with play starting at 8:00 pm IST (6:30 pm UAE).
  • Organisers say all 28,000 regular tickets are sold out, though a limited number of premium hospitality packages remained available at high prices.
  • An ACC-designated reserve day on September 29 is in place, and forecasts point to hot, dry conditions with no rain expected; a no-result would mean a shared trophy under tournament rules.
  • India reached the decider after a Super Over against Sri Lanka, while Pakistan booked their spot by defeating Bangladesh by 11 runs.
  • The build-up has been dominated by conduct disputes including a no‑handshake stance, provocative on-field gestures and ICC fines, with continued scrutiny of both camps.