India vs UAE Asia Cup 2025 2nd Match Highlights
India began their Asia Cup 2025 campaign in emphatic style with a dominant 64-run win over UAE in the second match at the Dubai International Stadium. The Men in Blue showcased their batting depth and bowling sharpness, delivering a complete performance to secure an early edge in the tournament. So let’s have a look at India vs UAE Asia Cup 2025 2nd Match Highlights.
India’s Batting Firepower Sets Up Big Total
Winning the toss, India chose to bat first and immediately imposed pressure on UAE’s bowlers. Openers Shubman Gill and Abhishek Sharma provided a strong start, adding 72 runs for the first wicket. Gill anchored the innings with a fluent 54 off 38 balls, striking boundaries with ease, while Abhishek accelerated with a quickfire 41 before falling to Zahoor Khan. Captain Suryakumar Yadav kept the momentum alive, smashing a brisk 48 filled with innovative stroke play. The middle order chipped in with handy contributions from Hardik Pandya (32) and Jitesh Sharma (27*), taking India to a commanding 186/6 in 20 overs. UAE’s Junaid Siddique fought hard, claiming two wickets, but India’s batting depth proved too difficult to contain.
UAE Struggle Against India’s Bowling Attack
Chasing 187, UAE faced immediate setbacks as Jasprit Bumrah dismissed Muhammad Waseem early. Arshdeep Singh’s double strike in the powerplay left the hosts under immense pressure at 29/3. Basil Hameed attempted a rescue act with a resilient 36, but wickets kept tumbling at the other end. India’s spinners, Axar Patel and Varun Chakaravarthy, tightened the screws in the middle overs, combining accuracy with clever variations. UAE’s chase never gained momentum, and they were bowled out for 122 in 18.5 overs, handing India a comfortable 64-run victory.
Key Takeaway
India’s comprehensive win highlighted the perfect balance between batting firepower and bowling precision. Gill and Suryakumar provided the spark with the bat, while Bumrah and Arshdeep led a disciplined bowling attack. With such a commanding start, India have sent a strong message to their rivals as they set sights on defending their Asia Cup crown.
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