India’s sensational six-wicket victory over Pakistan in the second match of the Super Four stage of the Asia Cup 2025 was a masterclass in batting. Not only did India comfortably chase down Pakistan’s target of 172, but they also created and broke several records on their way to this historic win. The match, held on September 21, 2025, in Dubai, marked India’s maiden win at the Super Four stage and showcased their dominant presence in the tournament. Here’s a breakdown of the records set and broken during this thrilling encounter.
Highest Successful Run Chase in Dubai by India
India’s chase of 172 runs in Dubai during the Asia Cup 2025 is now their highest successful run chase in the venue’s history. Previously, India’s best run chase in Dubai was 148, which was also achieved against Pakistan. This remarkable achievement not only solidified India’s dominance but also highlighted the team’s consistent ability to chase big totals, especially in high-pressure situations.
Most Sixes in T20I Between India and Pakistan
The match also saw a record number of sixes hit, with India and Pakistan collectively clearing the boundary 15 times. This broke the previous record for the most sixes in a T20I match between the two nations, which stood at 14. The thrilling contest saw explosive batting performances from both teams, with each six adding to the excitement and drama of the game. For context, the earlier highest number of sixes in a T20I between India and Pakistan came during their 2012 encounter in Ahmedabad, which had seen 14 sixes.
India’s batting fireworks also helped them surpass previous records, with numerous players contributing to the boundary tally, showcasing the depth and explosive nature of their batting lineup.
In addition to these notable records, individual performances also stood out. Abhishek Sharma, who is making waves in 2025, now holds the record for the most sixes hit by an Indian opener in a calendar year, with 34 sixes. This remarkable feat surpasses the previous record of 32 sixes set by Rohit Sharma in 2022.
India also achieved another milestone with their second 100+ partnership against Pakistan, this time between Abhishek Sharma and Shubman Gill. The first such partnership was between Virat Kohli and Hardik Pandya in 2022, adding another layer of history to India’s dominant T20I performances against their arch-rivals.
The match also saw impressive individual bowling records. Since 2023, Shubman Gill has been tied with Max O’Dowd for the most bowled dismissals in T20I cricket, both standing at 23 dismissals.
This thrilling victory was not just about India’s comfortable chase but also about breaking boundaries—both literally and figuratively. Their dominant performance in Dubai is now etched in the history books as one of the most significant wins in Asia Cup T20 history.
