Pakistan Bounces Back Strong in Lahore Pakistan vs South Africa T20: Faheem Ashraf, Salman Mirza, and Saim Ayub Lead Pakistan to Dominant Win After losing the series opener, the Pakistan National Cricket Team responded in style during the PAK vs SA T20 match in Lahore. With a brilliant all-round performance from Faheem Ashraf , Salman Mirza , and Saim Ayub , Pakistan defeated the South Africa National Cricket Team by nine wickets to level the series 1-1. South Africa were bundled out for just 110 runs in 19.2 overs, and Pakistan chased down the target effortlessly in just 13.1 overs. Mirza’s Magic in the PowerPlay Young fast bowler Salman Mirza delivered a dream spell for Pakistan. He struck early, dismissing Reeza Hendricks with a perfect delivery on just the second ball of the innings. Soon after, he removed Tony de Zorzi and Matthew Breetzke , finishing with incredible figures of 3 for 14 . Meanwhile, Naseem Shah also contributed by sendin...
Dubai, September 14, 2025 – Team India once again showed why they hold the upper hand in the high-voltage India vs Pakistan T20 rivalry, registering a 7-wicket victory in the Asia Cup 2025 opener. This win stretched India’s head-to-head record to 11-3 in T20 internationals against Pakistan.
From the very first ball, India took charge. Hardik Pandya dismissed Saim Ayub with the first legal delivery of the innings, and from there Pakistan were never allowed to recover.
Pakistan’s Struggles With the Bat
Batting first, Pakistan managed only 127/9 in 20 overs. Their innings lacked momentum as India’s bowling attack maintained relentless pressure.
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Sahibzada Farhan (40 off 43) tried to anchor the innings but struggled to accelerate.
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Shaheen Afridi (33 off 16)* provided late fireworks with some clean hitting, giving Pakistan a fighting total.
However, the story of the innings was India’s bowling dominance:
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Kuldeep Yadav spun a web with brilliant figures of 3/18.
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Axar Patel was equally effective, picking 2/18.
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Jasprit Bumrah and Hardik Pandya chipped in with crucial wickets.
Pakistan’s batting was tied down, with nearly 63 dot balls, showing how difficult it was to score against this Indian attack.
Abhishek & Gill’s Power Start
Chasing 128, India came out firing. Abhishek Sharma set the tone by smashing Afridi for a four and a six in the very first over. Alongside Shubman Gill, he ensured India got a flying start.
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Abhishek Sharma (31 off 15) played with intent.
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Gill added quick runs before Ayub struck back with two wickets.
Even after losing both openers, India’s depth in batting made the chase smooth.
Suryakumar & Tilak Seal the Game
Middle-order stability came from Tilak Varma (31 off 29), while Suryakumar Yadav remained unbeaten on 47 off 32, ensuring India crossed the line comfortably. With support from Shivam Dube, the Men in Blue wrapped up the chase in just 15.5 overs.
Key Highlights – India vs Pakistan, Asia Cup 2025
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India won by 7 wickets with 4.1 overs to spare.
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Kuldeep Yadav – Player of the Match for his magical spin bowling.
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India now lead 11-3 in T20Is vs Pakistan.
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Suryakumar Yadav’s unbeaten knock guided India home.
Final Scorecard
Pakistan – 127/9 (20 overs)
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Farhan 40, Afridi 33*
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Kuldeep 3/18, Axar 2/18, Bumrah 2/28
India – 131/3 (15.5 overs)
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Suryakumar 47*, Abhishek 31, Tilak 31
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Ayub 3/35
Conclusion
With this convincing victory, India once again proved their supremacy in T20 cricket against Pakistan. The combination of world-class bowling and fearless batting was too strong for their arch-rivals. As the Asia Cup 2025 continues, all eyes will be on how these two giants perform in the possible upcoming clashes.
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