The mother of all cricket clashes is here — India vs Pakistan, Super Four – Match 2 of Asia Cup 2025. The match will be played on Sunday, September 21, 2025, at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Toss plays a crucial role in Dubai’s night games, as the dew factor and pitch behavior often decide the winner. Last Match (14 Sept, Group Stage): Pakistan won toss & chose to bat first.
India Opt Bowl First
Match Details
| Match | India vs Pakistan – Super Four, Match 2 – Asia Cup 2025 |
|---|---|
| Date & Time | Sunday, September 21, 8:00 PM IST |
| Venue | Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai |
| Toss Time | 7:30 PM IST (6:00 PM Local Time) |
| Format | T20I |
| Live Broadcast & Streaming | Sony Sports Network, SonyLIV, YuppTV |
Importance of the Toss
The Dubai pitch is slightly sluggish and assists spinners. Teams often prefer to bowl first due to dew, but defending totals between 170–180 has proven effective in this tournament.
- Pacers find some swing early with the new ball.
- Middle overs become spin-dominated.
- Dew makes batting easier in the second innings, hence chasing is usually preferred.
IND vs PAK Toss Record: Overall
| Total Matches | India Won | Pakistan Won |
|---|---|---|
| 14 | 6 | 8 |
Pakistan now have the upper hand in toss wins after edging ahead in the latest clash on 14 Sept.
Captain Toss Records
| Team | Total Tosses | Won | Lost | Win % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| India | 24 | 9 | 15 | 37.5% |
| Pakistan | 25 | 17 | 8 | 68.0% |
Pakistan’s skipper has been consistently sharp with toss calls, giving them a statistical edge heading into this Super Four battle.
Read more: India vs Pakistan T20 Head to Head
IND vs PAK Toss Prediction – Super Four Match
Considering the last result (14 Sept), captaincy toss records, and Dubai’s dew factor, Pakistan are again more likely to win the toss today. If they do, expect them to bowl first this time to avoid the dew disadvantage.
| Prediction | Likely Outcome |
|---|---|
| Toss Winner | Pakistan |
| Decision After Toss | Opt to Bowl First |
Impact of Toss on Match
- If Pakistan bowl first: They will aim to restrict India below 160 and chase steadily.
- If India bowl first: The spin trio of Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakaravarthy, and Axar Patel could strangle Pakistan’s middle overs.
- Toss winner’s choice directly affects the game plan due to dew and pitch slowdown in Dubai night matches.
Read more: Asia Cup 2025 Super Four: Schedule, Qualified Teams,
Key Players to Watch Post Toss
| Team | Player | Role After Toss |
|---|---|---|
| India | Jasprit Bumrah | Crucial in powerplay with swing and accuracy. |
| Kuldeep Yadav | Dangerous through the middle overs. | |
| Pakistan | Shaheen Afridi | Can dismantle India’s top order early. |
| Mohammad Nawaz | Key spinner to apply brakes in middle overs. |
Read more: IND vs PAK Dream11 Prediction
The toss has already proven decisive in this tournament. With Pakistan holding the edge in recent tosses, they are the favorites to call right again. However, with India’s all-round strength, the match result could still swing their way regardless of who wins the toss.
