Former Pakistan fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar has confidently predicted that Pakistan will defeat India in the much-anticipated Asia Cup 2025 final, calling on the team to play with courage and self-belief.
Speaking after Pakistan’s hard-fought 11-run victory over Bangladesh in the Super Four, Akhtar said the boys must take the same fearless approach into the final. “Forget any inferiority complex, play brave cricket. Attack India the way you attacked Bangladesh,” he urged.
The “Rawalpindi Express” also pointed out India’s vulnerability at the top of the order, saying: “If Abhishek Sharma falls early, India will be in trouble. Pakistan has the firepower to exploit that.”
This will be the first-ever Asia Cup final between Pakistan and India, and the stakes could not be higher. Both sides are entering with strong momentum, but Akhtar insisted that Pakistan has the edge. “Trust me, I feel 100% sure Pakistan is going to nail it,” he said, brimming with confidence.
Fans are already hyped for the historic clash, with Akhtar’s fiery backing further fueling the belief that Pakistan can claim regional dominance — not just on paper, but on the field.
