Asia Cup 2025: India Record Fastest Chase in Just 4.3 Overs Against UAE

The Asia Cup 2025 got off to a breathtaking start for Team India as they crushed the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in Dubai. India chased down a small target of 58 runs in only 4.3 overs, creating history with one of the fastest victories in T20 cricket. This emphatic win has set the tone for India’s campaign in the tournament.

Match Overview – India vs UAE, Asia Cup 2025

• Venue: Dubai International Stadium
• Format: T20I, Asia Cup 2025
• Result: India beat UAE by 9 wickets
• UAE’s Innings: 57 all out in 13.1 overs
• India’s Chase: 60/1 in 4.3 overs

Bowling Dominance in Asia Cup 2025

India’s bowlers delivered a stunning performance.

• Kuldeep Yadav spun magic, finishing with figures of 4 wickets for 7 runs.
• Shivam Dube destroyed the middle order, picking up 3 wickets for just 4 runs.

The UAE batting lineup collapsed without resistance, unable to handle India’s disciplined bowling attack. This kind of bowling display will boost India’s confidence for tougher matches ahead in the Asia Cup 2025.

India’s Lightning Fast Chase

Chasing 58 was never going to be difficult, but India chose to make a statement.

• Abhishek Sharma smashed 30 runs from 16 balls.
• Shubman Gill scored a quick 20 off 9 balls.
• Captain Suryakumar Yadav stayed unbeaten to seal the win.

The chase was completed in just 4.3 overs, leaving a record 93 balls unused — the fastest T20I chase in India’s history.

Records from Asia Cup 2025 Clash

• UAE’s 57 all-out is their lowest total against India in T20Is.
• India’s chase in 4.3 overs is their fastest ever in T20 internationals.
• Winning with 93 balls remaining is among the largest victory margins recorded in the Asia Cup.

What This Means for India in Asia Cup 2025

This result sends a strong message to the rest of the competition:

• Confidence Boost: India start Asia Cup 2025 in style with both bat and ball clicking.
• Warning for Rivals: Teams like Pakistan and Oman will know India can dominate in all departments.
• Key Players to Watch: Kuldeep Yadav’s spin, Shivam Dube’s all-round form, and Abhishek Sharma’s explosive batting will be crucial in upcoming matches.

Conclusion

The Asia Cup 2025 has already delivered a historic moment as India completed their fastest T20I chase against UAE. With a mix of solid bowling and fearless batting, the defending champions look ready to go all the way again. If India maintains this level of intensity, they could well lift another Asia Cup trophy in 2025.