Asia Cup 2025: India vs Bangladesh – Dissecting Key Player Battles
By Gaurav Tripathi | Sep 23, 2025 | 02:06 PM
India is set to face Bangladesh in a crucial Super Four clash of the Asia Cup 2025, scheduled for Wednesday, September 24, at the Dubai International Stadium. The match will start at 8 PM IST.
India, who are unbeaten after a thrilling victory over Pakistan in their last Super Four encounter, will be looking to maintain their winning momentum against Bangladesh. Here, we take a closer look at the key player battles that could shape the outcome of this high-stakes game.
1. Abhishek Sharma vs Taskin Ahmed
Indian opener Abhishek Sharma has been a formidable force during the powerplay overs in the ongoing tournament. According to ESPNcricinfo, 132 out of his 173 runs have come in the first six overs, boasting an impressive strike rate of 216.39.
Taskin Ahmed, known for his ability to strike with the new ball, will have the critical task of dismissing Abhishek early. In T20 Internationals, Taskin has claimed 38 powerplay wickets at an economy rate of 6.79, making this duel one to watch.
2. Litton Das vs Jasprit Bumrah
Bangladesh skipper Litton Das will be expected to lead from the front with the bat. However, Jasprit Bumrah’s pace and accuracy could pose significant challenges. Bumrah will be eager to bounce back after a tough outing against Pakistan, where he conceded 45 runs without taking a wicket in four overs.
Interestingly, Bumrah has yet to dismiss Litton Das in six international innings, adding another layer of intrigue to this contest.
3. Towhid Hridoy vs Kuldeep Yadav
Arguably the tournament’s most effective bowler, Kuldeep Yadav has taken nine wickets at an economy of 6.00. His skill in the middle overs has often triggered batting collapses.
Towhid Hridoy, who recently scored a match-winning 58 against Sri Lanka, faces the tough task of countering Kuldeep’s threat. However, he has a known vulnerability, having been dismissed by left-arm spinners eight times in 21 T20I innings.
4. Suryakumar Yadav vs Mustafizur Rahman
Another Indian batter capable of troubling Bangladesh is the dashing Suryakumar Yadav. After getting out for a duck in India’s last game against Pakistan, SKY will be keen to make amends.
His battle against Mustafizur Rahman’s variations and precision will be an enticing one. Notably, Mustafizur has dismissed Suryakumar twice in their four T20I encounters.
As both teams gear up for this pivotal clash, these individual battles could play a significant role in deciding who progresses further in the Asia Cup 2025.
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