Overview:
The highest total at this venue is recorded by India, who scored 212/2 versus Afghanistan in 2022.
Pakistan and Bangladesh gear up for the 5th Super 4 match of the Men’s T20 Asia Cup 2025 on September 25, 2025. The match is set to be held at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai. Pakistan lost their first Super 4 clash against India before taking down Sri Lanka. On the other hand, Bangladesh defeated Sri Lanka before being outclassed by India.
This means the winner between the two sides will reach the final. Earlier on Wednesday, India reached the Asia Cup 2025 final after overcoming Bangladesh. The win also saw Sri Lanka get eliminated from the tournament.
This is expected to be a crunch clash between Pakistan and Bangladesh with a knockout factor in place.
Both sides will be keen to replicate their performance shown against Sri Lanka. It’s difficult to put a bet on one side, given both teams will be up for this gigantic clash.
Bangladesh squad for the Asia Cup 2025
Litton Das (c), Tanzid Hasan, Parvez Hossain Emon, Saif Hassan, Towhid Hridoy, Jaker Ali Anik, Shamim Hossain, Quazi Nurul Hasan Sohan, Shak Mahedi Hasan, Rishad Hossain, Nasum Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Taskin Ahmed, Shoriful Islam, Shaif Uddin.
Pakistan squad for the Asia Cup 2025
Salman Agha (c), Abrar Ahmed, Faheem Ashraf, Fakhar Zaman, Haris Rauf, Hasan Ali, Hasan Nawaz, Hussain Talat, Khushdil Shah, Mohammad Haris (WK), Mohammad Nawaz, Mohammad Waseem Jnr, Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Salman Mirza, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Sufiyan Muqeem.
In terms of the H2H record, Pakistan and Bangladesh have faced each other 25 times. Pakistan have won 20 matches to Bangladesh’s five.
Bangladesh probable XI for the match
Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Litton Das (c/wk), Saif Hassan, Towhid Hridoy, Jaker Ali, Shamim Hossain, Nurul Hasan, Rishad Hossain, Nasum Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Taskin Ahmed.
Pakistan probable XI for the match
Saim Ayub, Sahibzada Farhan, Fakhar Zaman, Agha Salman (c), Hasan Nawaz, Mohammad Haris (wk), Mohammad Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf, Abrar Ahmed.
The Super 4 match will start at 8:00pm IST on September 25 in Dubai.
Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai & Key Details of the Stadium
The Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai, is located in the UAE. Established in 2009, the stadium can host around 25000 people. The first match played here was in 2009. It was an ODI clash between Pakistan and Australia. A month later, the stadium hosted its first T20I between the same sides.
The stadium has played a key role in the game. It was one of the designated venues for the 2021 ICC T20 World Cup. The stadium has also hosted a few matches across the 2014, 2020 and 2021 Indian Premier League editions.
Notably, the Bangladesh side has played 6 T20Is here at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium and have lost thrice and won thrice. The Pakistan cricket team has played 36 T20I matches to date here in Dubai. They have won 19 games and lost 16.
What is the Pitch like at Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai?
The matches here at the Asia Cup have witnessed teams go heavy with their spin artillery. The surface is expected to have a bit more assistance for spinners. Pacers will find joy early on with some movement on offer. Notably, spinners could purchase turns while bowling in the right areas. For batters, they will have to rotate the strike and handle spinners well in the middle overs.
Key Stats & Records at Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai
The highest total at this venue is recorded by India, who scored 212/2 versus Afghanistan in 2022. Meanwhile, Bangladesh’s best score here is 183/7 versus Sri Lanka in 2022. They lost that match. Pakistan’s best score here is 187/10 versus Sri Lanka in 2013. They lost that match.
The lowest team total here is posted by West Indies (55). IPakistan’s lowest total here is 74 versus Australia in 2012. Bangladesh’s lowest score here is 73 runs against Australia in 2021.
Overall, Babar Azam has the most T20I runs here, scoring 505 runs at 45.90.
Among bowlers, former Pakistan bowler Sohail Tanvir has the most wickets here. He owns 22 wickets at 17.50 from 15 matches. Mustfafizur Rahman owns 9 scalps here from 5 matches. Shaheen Afridi owns 13 wickets from 9 matches.
As per ESPNcricinfo, the average run rate for teams batting first here in T20Is read 7.42. This drops to 7.26 for teams batting 2nd.
PAK vs BAN: Weather Forecast – Will Rain Play a Role?
According to the weather forecast, there is no rain forecasted during the Pakistan vs Bangladesh game in Dubai on Thursday. However, the conditions are set to be warm and humid, posing a challenge for the players.
PAK vs Bangladesh: Pitch Advantage for Which Side?
Both teams have a solid bowling unit with a desired balance on offer. The pacers can set the tone upfront before Mahedi Hasan and Rishad Hossain will look to control the show and take wickets. For Pakistan, spinner Abrar Ahmed is the key figure.
FAQs – Pitch Report for Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai
What is the pitch report for Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai?
The surface for Pakistan vs Bangladesh is expected to have assistance for both spinners and pacers. Notably, spinners could purchase turns while bowling in the right areas. For batters, they will have to rotate the strike and handle spinners well in the middle overs. Seamers will find early movement and bounce with the new ball.
What is Pakistan and Bangladesh’s record at Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai?
As per ESPNcricinfo, the Bangladesh side has played 6 T20Is here at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium and have lost thrice and won thrice. The Pakistan cricket team has played 36 T20I matches to date here in Dubai. They have won 19 games and lost 16.