The exciting journey of Asia Cup 2025 continues, and the sixth match played on Sunday between India and Pakistan was a captivating encounter. Pakistan, after winning the toss and opting to bat first, set a challenging target of 128 runs for India, which the Indian batsmen achieved with ease.
Sports News: The sixth match of the 17th edition of Asia Cup 2025 was played between India and Pakistan on Sunday. Pakistan, after winning the toss and electing to bat, set India a target of 128 runs. India faced no difficulty in achieving this target and registered an easy victory under the leadership of Suryakumar Yadav. With this win, India has taken the top spot in Group 'A'. However, a big question on fans' minds is whether Team India has secured its place in the Super-4. Let's look at the standings of both groups.
A total of 8 teams are participating in Asia Cup 2025, divided into two groups of 4 teams each. Each team will play one match against all the teams in its group, meaning a total of 3 matches. After this, the top 2 teams from each group will advance to the Super-4, while the remaining teams will be eliminated from the tournament.
Asia Cup 2025 Standings for Both Groups
A total of 8 teams are playing in Asia Cup 2025, divided into two groups of 4 teams each. Every team will play one match against all the teams in its group, meaning each team has to play 3 matches. The top 2 teams from each group will advance to the Super-4, while other teams will be eliminated from the tournament.
Group A Standings
India has won both of its opening two matches in Group A. In the first match, the team defeated UAE by 9 wickets, and in the second match, they beat Pakistan by 7 wickets. With this victory, India's net run rate stands at 4.793. India's position in Group A is as follows:
- India: 2 matches, 2 wins, Net Run Rate 4.793, Top
- Pakistan: 2 matches, 1 win, 1 loss, Net Run Rate 1.649, Second place
- Oman: 2 matches, 2 losses, Third place
- UAE: 2 matches, 2 losses, Fourth place
India put up a stellar performance against Pakistan, not giving the opposition many chances. Pakistan's defeat makes it clear that Team India's victory is not just a paper possibility but has become a reality.
Group B Standings
Afghanistan is in the first position in Group B. The team defeated Hong Kong in their first match and recorded a net run rate of 4.7. The standings for Group B are as follows:
- Afghanistan: 1 match, 1 win, Net Run Rate 4.7, Top
- Sri Lanka: 1 match, 1 win, Net Run Rate 2.595, Second place
- Bangladesh: 2 matches, 1 win, 1 loss, Net Run Rate -0.65, Third place
- Hong Kong: 2 matches, 2 losses, Fourth place
In Group B, both Sri Lanka and Bangladesh have 2 points, but Sri Lanka is ahead based on net run rate. Following two losses, Hong Kong has now been officially eliminated from the tournament.
Today's Matches
Two important matches are scheduled to take place today in Asia Cup 2025:
- UAE vs Oman (Group A): 5:30 PM Indian Standard Time
- Sri Lanka vs Hong Kong (Group B): 8:00 PM Indian Standard Time
The final standings of the groups could see some shifts based on the results of these matches. Although India's place in the Super-4 is not yet officially confirmed, looking at the current situation, it can be said that Team India's progression to the Super-4 is almost certain. India's next match is against Oman on September 19th.
