Team India stormed into the Asia Cup 2025 with a thunderous start, decimating the United Arab Emirates (UAE) by 9 wickets in a match that will go down in the history books of T20 International cricket. The encounter, held at the Dubai International Stadium, lasted less than 18 overs in total but delivered a performance of sheer dominance from the Men in Blue, who chased down UAE’s paltry total in record time.
A dominating show with the bat! 💪
A 9⃣-wicket win for #TeamIndia after chasing down the target in 4.3 overs. 👏👏
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UAE’s Batting Collapse: 57 All Out
Batting first, UAE struggled from the outset against a fiery Indian bowling attack. The hosts crumbled under pressure, getting bundled out for a mere 57 runs in 13.1 overs – their second-lowest T20I total ever. The Indian bowlers hunted in pairs, with Kuldeep Yadav and Shivam Dube among the wicket-takers.
India’s Record Chase: Done and Dusted in 27 Balls
In response, India made a mockery of the chase. Led by skipper Suryakumar Yadav, the team reached the target in just 4.3 overs (27 balls), finishing at 60/1 and sealing a 9-wicket win with a staggering 93 balls remaining – a new T20I world record for the most balls remaining in a successful run chase by a Full Member nation.
Most Balls Remaining in T20I Victory (Full Member Teams)
| Rank | Team | Opposition | Venue | Year | Balls Remaining |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | England | Oman | North Sound | 2024 | 101 balls |
| 2 | India | UAE | Dubai | 2025 | 93 balls |
| 3 | Sri Lanka | Netherlands | Chittagong | 2014 | 90 balls |
| 4 | Zimbabwe | Mozambique | Nairobi | 2024 | 90 balls |
| 5 | India | Scotland | Dubai | 2021 | 81 balls |
This is now India’s biggest T20I win in terms of balls remaining, surpassing their previous best of 81 balls against Scotland during the T20 World Cup 2021.
Captaincy Masterclass by Suryakumar Yadav
This match also marked Suryakumar Yadav’s debut as India’s T20I captain in a major tournament, and he couldn’t have asked for a better start. His calm approach, aggressive field placements, and swift finish to the chase reflect a matured leadership style and perhaps a glimpse into India’s future in the shortest format.
Blockbuster Sunday
India’s next game in the Asia Cup 2025 will be closely watched, especially after such a dominant performance. The team’s combination of explosive young talent and experienced campaigners seems to be firing on all cylinders. With the confidence of a record-breaking win behind them, Team India will look to maintain this momentum as they move closer to another continental title.
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