The much-awaited final of the Asia Cup 2025 between India and Pakistan will be played today at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Ahead of this high-voltage clash, a lot of attention is being given to the condition of the pitch.
Pitch Report
- The Dubai surface is generally on the slower side, offering some movement and bounce for pacers with the new ball in the early overs. However, as the game progresses, batting becomes easier and the pitch tends to favour stroke play.
- In the middle overs, spinners can get extra turn and bounce, which could create challenges for batters, especially if they fail to rotate the strike regularly.
- Previous matches have shown that this venue can also produce high-scoring thrillers. In the recent game against Sri Lanka, both sides crossed the 200-run mark, suggesting that the final could also see plenty of runs.
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Importance of the Toss
- Teams chasing have had a slight edge in Dubai, as batting generally gets easier in the second innings. Therefore, the captain winning the toss is likely to choose bowling first.
- Two pitches have been prepared at the venue—one old and one fresh. If the new pitch is used for the final, batters could enjoy even more assistance.
Pitch Records
| Matches | Won Batting First | Won Chasing | Avg. 1st Innings Score | Avg. Run Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 103 | 51 | 52 | 146 | 7.34 |
Conclusion
Overall, the Dubai pitch provides opportunities for both batters and bowlers. Pacers may find some swing and bounce early on, spinners can take control during the middle overs, while in the final stages, batters are likely to dominate. Fans can look forward to an exciting, possibly high-scoring final between India and Pakistan.