New Delhi, Sept 28:
Just before the Asia Cup 2025 final, legendary former Indian captain Sunil Gavaskar has issued a strong warning to Pakistan, highlighting the depth and firepower of the Indian batting line-up. Gavaskar believes India still has several match-winners capable of turning the tide in the high-stakes contest.
Gavaskar Confident in India’s Batting Depth
While opener Abhishek Sharma has scored the bulk of India’s runs so far, Gavaskar emphasized that players like Shubman Gill, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Verma, Sanju Samson, and Hardik Pandya can also make significant contributions in the final.
“There are several players who can turn the tide of the match. Suryakumar Yadav has yet to score big runs. Tilak Verma, Sanju Samson, and Hardik Pandya can also make significant contributions. Shubman Gill has batted well, but we still expect a big innings from him,” Gavaskar said.
Abhishek Sharma Poised for a Big Innings
Gavaskar specifically praised Abhishek Sharma, who has been in excellent form during the Super Four stage:
vs Pakistan: 74 runs
vs Bangladesh: 75 runs
vs Sri Lanka: 61 runs
“Abhishek Sharma will not let this opportunity slip away. He has scored three half-centuries and narrowly missed a century last time by being run out. I think this time he will try to score big, maybe even a century,” Gavaskar added.
High-Voltage India-Pakistan Clash Expected
Gavaskar warned Pakistan to remain cautious, as India’s batting line-up is deep and bowling options are varied. The stage is set for a thrilling contest where any player can change the course of the match.
Abhishek Sharma vs Shaheen Afridi: A Fan-Favorite Battle
India’s bowling coach Morne Morkel also shared his excitement ahead of the final, highlighting the much-anticipated duel between Abhishek Sharma and Pakistan’s star pacer Shaheen Afridi.
“Shaheen is an aggressive bowler, and Abhishek is not one to back down. Every time these two have faced each other, the crowds have been thrilled. This is great for cricket,” Morkel said.
✅ In summary: Sunil Gavaskar’s warning signals a strong, confident Indian batting line-up ready to challenge Pakistan in the historic Asia Cup 2025 final, while fans eagerly anticipate the showdown between Abhishek Sharma and Shaheen Afridi.
