Pakistan and Bangladesh face off in a virtual semi-final of the Asia Cup 2025, with the winner set to meet India in the final. Pakistan’s inconsistent run has seen highs and lows, but their fightback against Sri Lanka gave them momentum. Hussain Talat and Mohammad Nawaz led the rescue act with bat and ball, though Nawaz remains underused as a bowler.

Bangladesh, despite losing to India, have shown progress as a young team in transition. Wins over Sri Lanka and Afghanistan, plus a recent T20I series win against Pakistan, boost their confidence. Saif Hassan’s form, along with the likely returns of Litton Das and Taskin Ahmed, strengthen their chances.

Probable XIs
Pakistan: Farhan, Fakhar, Saim, Salman (c), Talat, Haris (wk), Nawaz, Faheem, Shaheen, Haris Rauf, Abrar
Bangladesh: Tanzid, Saif, Litton (c & wk), Hridoy, Shamim, Jaker, Rishad, Tanzim, Nasum, Taskin, Mustafizur