The highly anticipated clash between India A and Pakistan Shaheens in the Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025 is set to take place today at the West End Park International Cricket Stadium in Doha, Qatar. The match is scheduled to begin at 8:00 PM IST, with the toss taking place at 7:30 PM IST.
This encounter marks the fifth time India and Pakistan have faced off in cricket in 2025. In their previous encounters in the Asia Cup 2025, India emerged victorious on all three occasions.
Form and Team News
India A enters the match after a dominant 148-run victory against UAE, while Pakistan Shaheens secured a 40-run win against Oman. All eyes will be on Vaibhav Suryavanshi, the 14-year-old Indian batting prodigy, who recently smashed 144 runs off just 42 balls against UAE. His explosive innings included 11 fours and 15 sixes. Jitesh Sharma, the captain of India A, also contributed with an impressive 83 not out in the previous match.
Pakistan Shaheens will rely on their experienced players from the Pakistan Super League (PSL). Captain Irfan Khan, who has played nine ODIs for Pakistan, will be eager to lead from the front.
Key Players
- India A: Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Jitesh Sharma, Priyansh Arya
- Pakistan Shaheens: Ubaid Shah, Irfan Khan, Maaz Sadaqat
Pitch Report and Weather Conditions
The pitch in Doha is expected to be batting-friendly early on, with spinners gaining control as the match progresses. Dew is expected in the second innings, which could favor the chasing team. There is a 10% chance of rain.
AI Predictions
AI predictions favor India A to win the match. One AI model predicts a 100% chance of India A winning.
Live Streaming Details
The match will be broadcast live on the Sony Sports Network in India. Live streaming will be available on the Sony LIV app and website, as well as FanCode.
India A's Playing XI (Predicted):
Priyansh Arya, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Nehal Wadhera, Naman Dhir, Jitesh Sharma (c) (wk), Ramandeep Singh, Ashutosh Sharma, Harsh Dubey, Yash Thakur, Gurjapneet Singh, Suyash Sharma.
Pakistan Shaheens' Playing XI (Predicted):
Yasir Khan, Mohammad Naeem, Mohammad Faiq, Maaz Sadaqat, Ghazi Ghori (wk), Irfan Khan (c), Saad Masood, Mubasir Khan, Ubaid Shah, Ahmed Daniyal, Mohammad Salman.
No Handshake Policy
India A will continue to follow the BCCI's "No Handshake" policy during the tournament, a decision made in solidarity with the victims of the Pahalgam terror attack. This means that captain Jitesh Sharma will not shake hands with Pakistan Shaheens captain Irfan Khan before or after the match.
