India Crushes UAE by 9 Wickets in Asia Cup 2025 Opener

On September 10, 2025, Team India kicked off their Asia Cup campaign with a thumping 9-wicket win over the United Arab Emirates at the Dubai International Stadium. After captain Suryakumar Yadav won the toss and opted to bowl first, the Indian bowlers delivered a clinical performance to bundle out UAE for just 57 runs in 13.1 overs.

Spinner Kuldeep Yadav was the star of the show, picking up 4 crucial wickets to derail the UAE innings. All-rounder Shivam Dube also chipped in with 3 scalps as the Indian bowling unit dominated the proceedings. Openers Alishan Sharafu and Muhammad Waseem provided a decent start for UAE, but Jasprit Bumrah's early breakthrough set the tone for the visitors.

Chasing a paltry target, India lost just one wicket as Abhishek Sharma (30) and Shubman Gill (20*) guided the team to a comfortable victory in just 4.3 overs. Suryakumar Yadav remained unbeaten on 7 as India cruised to 60/1, sealing a comprehensive win over their opponents.

Speaking after the match, captain Suryakumar Yadav expressed satisfaction with his team's clinical performance, highlighting the impact of spin on the Dubai pitch. He also praised the in-form Abhishek Sharma, who is currently the world's number one batter. India will now face Pakistan in their next Asia Cup 2025 encounter on September 14 at the same venue.