With the group stage nearly complete, the race for the final is almost settled.
| Team | Points |
|---|---|
| India | 6 |
| Pakistan | 6 |
| Bangladesh | 4 |
| Sri Lanka | 2 |
| Afghanistan | 0 |
Only one group match remains: Bangladesh vs Afghanistan.
Bangladesh can still finish on 6 points if they defeat Afghanistan, but their Net Run Rate currently stands at -1.84, while Pakistan possess a massive +3.27 NRR. This means Bangladesh would need an extraordinary victory margin to overtake Pakistan and sneak into the final.
As things stand, the most likely outcome is an India vs Pakistan Final, setting up a blockbuster rematch between the tournament’s two strongest teams. Bangladesh remain mathematically alive, but their qualification hopes now depend on producing one of the biggest wins in Asia Cup history.
For now, cricket fans can begin dreaming of another India-Pakistan showdown with the Asia Cup trophy on the line.