India Becomes First Team to Reach Super Four Stage of Asia Cup 2025. The Indian cricket team has secured their spot in the Super Four stage of the ongoing Asia Cup 2025. Their qualification was confirmed after the United Arab Emirates (UAE) defeated Oman in Match 7 at the Zayed Cricket Stadium in Abu Dhabi on Monday, 15th September.
Asia Cup: With this loss, Oman—having now lost both their games—were eliminated from the Super Four race, paving the way for India to progress. India currently top the points table with four points and a superior Net Run Rate.
Both UAE and Oman entered the match seeking redemption after heavy defeats in their previous games. The hosts rose to the occasion, delivering a commanding performance to keep their Super Four hopes alive.
After being asked to bat first, UAE posted a competitive total of 172. Skipper Muhammad Waseem led the charge with a brilliant 69, while opening partner Alishan Sharafu contributed 51, putting together an 88-run opening stand. Support from Muhammad Zohaib (21) and Harshit Kaushik (19*) helped UAE reach a strong total of 172.
In response, Oman struggled to build partnerships, with UAE taking wickets at regular intervals. Junaid Siddique was the star with the ball, claiming four crucial wickets as Oman were bowled out for 130, handing UAE a 42-run victory.
Asia Cup: India Tops Group A Points Table with Two Convincing Wins
India have been in sensational form in the ongoing Asia Cup 2025. They kicked off their campaign with a dominant win over the UAE, dismissing the opposition for just 57 runs and chasing the target comfortably, losing only one wicket in under five overs.
They followed it up with a commanding seven-wicket victory against Pakistan in Dubai. After bowling first, India restricted Pakistan to 127, with Kuldeep Yadav emerging as the standout bowler. In the chase, Suryakumar Yadav (47*), Abhishek Sharma (31), and Tilak Varma (31) led the way, sealing the win inside 16 overs.
Asia Cup 2025: Latest Points Table Update
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