Pakistan Shaheens Clinch Asia Cup with Dominant Victory

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First Half: Final Match Overview

In a nerve-jangling final of the Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025, Pakistan Shaheens edged out Bangladesh A in a super over thriller at West End Park International Stadium, Doha. Both teams scored 125 runs in their 20 overs, pushing the game into a deciding one-over eliminator. NDTV Sports+2PCB+2

This victory marks Pakistan’s third Rising Stars Asia Cup title. PCB

Match Details & Key Moments

Pakistan Shaheens’ Innings

  • Pakistan batted first and were all out for 125 in 20 overs.

  • Their innings didn’t start well: Yasir Khan was run out on the very first ball. 

  • Mohammad Faiq was dismissed cheaply too. ESPN.com

  • Maaz Sadaqat provided some fight with 23 runs off 18 balls (2 fours, 1 six). ESPN.com

  • Arafat Minhas added 25 off 23 balls, showing composure under pressure. ESPN.com

  • Saad Masood played a crucial cameo: 38 runs in 26 balls, including boundaries and some aggressive strokes. SAMAA TV

Pakistan’s batting was fragile, but they managed to put a defendable total given the conditions. Dawn+1

Bangladesh A’s Response

  • Bangladesh A also scored 125, but lost 9 wickets in the process. NDTV Sports

  • Their innings had a huge collapse: at one point, they were 53 for 7. Dawn

  • A lower-order partnership between Rakibul Hasan and SM Meherob revived their innings. Geo News+1

  • Then, in the 19th over, they hit three sixes — a mega over from Abdul Gaffar Saqlain — to force the super over. Dawn+2The Indian Express+2



The Super Over

  • In the super over, Ahmed Daniyal bowled for Pakistan. Dawn+1

  • Bangladesh A managed only 6 runs in their over — a wide that went to the boundary helped them, but they lost two wickets quickly. Geo News+1

  • When Pakistan came to bat, they needed 7 runs to win. PCB+1

  • The chase was clinical: they got the 7 runs in 4 balls. NDTV Sports

  • Key moment: Saad Masood struck a boundary off the third legal delivery, which turned the tide. PCB

  • Maaz Sadaqat also played a role, getting a single and helping steer Pakistan to victory. Geo News

Because of his bowling in the super over, Ahmed Daniyal was named Player of the Match. The Indian Express
And Maaz Sadaqat was named Player of the Series. Radio Pakistan

Tactical Analysis & Turning Points

Strategic Bowling by Pakistan

  • Pakistan’s bowling was tight when Bangladesh looked dangerous. Their spin attack really choked runs in the middle overs. Dawn

  • Shahid Aziz, Sufiyan Muqeem, and other bowlers delivered under pressure. Particularly in the later overs, they executed well. Dawn

  • The 19th over was dramatic — Saqlain smashed three sixes off Shahid Aziz to bring Bangladesh back into the match. That over changed the momentum and forced the super over. Dawn+1

Pakistan’s Nerve in Super Over

  • Choosing Ahmed Daniyal to bowl the super over turned out to be a masterstroke by the Shaheens. Dawn

  • Despite conceding a wide that went for boundary, Daniyal held his nerve to pick two wickets. Geo News

  • In batting, Pakistan was calm. They didn’t panic when they needed 7; they played smart and aggressively when needed. Maaz and Saad took calculated risks. PCB

Importance & Aftermath of the Win

  • This win gives Pakistan Shaheens another Rising Stars Asia Cup trophy — third time they have won. PCB

  • It’s a huge morale boost: their young squad showed mental strength in a very high-pressure final.

  • Maaz Sadaqat, being Player of the Series, proves he’s a budding star in Pakistan cricket.

  • The super over success underscores Pakistan’s ability to perform in clutch situations — both with the ball and bat.



    🏅 Man of the Match: Ahmed Daniyal’s Heroics

    In the dramatic final of the Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025, Ahmed Daniyal was named Player of the Match for his crucial performance in both the regular overs and the Super Over. ESPN+2Dawn+2

    • Daniyal bowled brilliantly in the Super Over for Pakistan Shaheens. He took 2 wickets and conceded just 6 runs, effectively ending Bangladesh A’s Super Over at 6/2. NDTV Sports

    • Under intense pressure, he defended the 7-run target for Pakistan, displaying excellent control and composure. The Indian Express+1

    • In the regular 20-over innings, his figures were 2 wickets for 11 runs, which helped stall Bangladesh’s chase and put Pakistan in a strong position. PCB+1

    • Daniyal later revealed that he bowled with a slight injury, but he stuck to his plan and executed it to perfection. The Indian Express

    Impact: His super over spell was decisive — without him, Pakistan Shaheens might not have held their nerve. His performance under pressure was the difference in this final, and that’s why he earned the match’s top individual honour.

Conclusion

The Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025 Final was a classic showcase of young talent, nerves, and drama. Pakistan Shaheens’ grit and composure under pressure carried them to a memorable super over victory. Ahmed Daniyal’s stunning over and Maaz Sadaqat’s cool finish will be remembered by fans. This win reinforces Pakistan’s strength in youth cricket and gives a strong signal about the future.



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