Pakistan Clinch Asia Cup Final Berth with 11-Run Win over Bangladesh

Pakistan defeated Bangladesh by 11 runs in a Super Four clash to secure a spot in the Asia Cup final against India. After a top-order collapse, Pakistan recovered to post 135 for 8. Bangladesh's bowlers had initially put Pakistan in trouble at 49 for 5 in 11 overs, but Pakistan managed to score 86 runs in the subsequent nine overs. Wicketkeeper Mohammad Haris led the fightback with 31 runs, receiving support from the lower order.

In response, Bangladesh's chase saw them reach 64 for 5 by the 12th over. However, Pakistan's bowlers maintained composure, restricting Bangladesh to 124 for 9. Bangladesh fell short of the target by 12 runs as Pakistan’s bowlers choked the lower order. The victory sets up a high-voltage Asia Cup final between Pakistan and India.