India became the first team to book their place in the Asia Cup 2025 final, knocking Sri Lanka out of the tournament and leaving Pakistan and Bangladesh to fight it out in a virtual semifinal. Bangladesh had their chances in this game. Those spilled catches of Saif Hassan briefly kept them alive but India never really let go of the upper hand.

Abhishek Sharma once again lit up the evening with a blazing start. Though his run-out turned the tide, stalling what looked like a 200-plus finish. India eventually settled for 168.

In reply, Saif Hassan battled hard, living dangerously after being reprieved four times, but with little support around him, the chase never quite took off. Bumrah finally got rid of him and from there, India’s wrist-spinners strangled the innings, combining for five wickets. A clinical 41-run win sealed India’s spot in the summit clash.