India vs Bangladesh – Asia Cup 2018 Final, Dubai
In a final that went down to the very last ball, India edged past Bangladesh by three wickets to lift their seventh Asia Cup title. Batting first, Bangladesh posted a competitive 222, thanks largely to Litton Das’ splendid 121. For India, Kuldeep Yadav was the standout bowler with 3/45.
The chase saw India stumble after a promising start from Rohit Sharma (48), with the middle order struggling to maintain momentum. In a tense finish, Kedar Jadhav, battling injury, and Kuldeep held their nerve to seal the win off the final delivery, giving Rohit his first major trophy as captain
Pakistan vs Bangladesh – Asia Cup 2014, Mirpur
Bangladesh set a mammoth total of 326, powered by Anamul Haque’s century and solid contributions from Kayes, Mominul, and Mushfiqur. However, Pakistan chased the target in spectacular fashion. Ahmed Shehzad (103) and Fawad Alam (74) set the foundation before Shahid Afridi turned finisher, hammering 59 off 25 to guide Pakistan to a thrilling win with just one ball remaining
India vs Pakistan – Asia Cup 2014, Mirpur
Batting first, India put up 245 with half-centuries from Rohit, Rayudu, and Jadeja. Pakistan’s response was measured, with Mohammad Hafeez scoring a vital 75. The game reached a fever pitch in the final over, where Afridi once again delivered under pressure, smashing two sixes to seal a dramatic win
Pakistan vs Bangladesh – Asia Cup 2012 Final, Mirpur
In one of the closest finals ever, Pakistan defended 236, winning by just two runs. Tamim Iqbal (60) and Shakib Al Hasan (68) fought valiantly, but Aizaz Cheema’s composed final over helped Pakistan clinch their second Asia Cup title
India vs Sri Lanka – Asia Cup 2022, Super Four, Dubai
India posted 173, led by Rohit Sharma’s 72, but Dilshan Madushanka’s 3/24 pegged them back. Sri Lanka chased the target with a ball to spare, riding on half-centuries from Pathum Nissanka and Kusal Mendis, eventually winning the tournament after beating Pakistan in the final
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