The Indian team has had a strong start in the Asia Cup 2025, winning all three matches in the group stage. The Super 4 round is about to begin, with the top two teams competing for the title. However, Indian cricket fans are worried, considering the T20I record in the Super 4 stage. The T20 Asia Cup has been held only twice before, with the Super 4 round format used only once.
India dominated the group stage, defeating UAE by 9 wickets and Pakistan by seven wickets, securing a spot in the Super 4. Team India also won their final group stage match against Oman on September 19 by 21 runs. They will play their first Super 4 round match on September 21, facing Pakistan.
India has played three matches in the Super 4 stage of the T20 Asia Cup, all during the 2022 T20 Asia Cup. The Indian team managed to win only one of these matches and was eliminated from the tournament with two losses. Defeats against Pakistan and Sri Lanka in the 2022 Asia Cup dashed their hopes, while they secured a solitary victory against Afghanistan. This record indicates that the Indian team sometimes falters under the pressure of the Super 4. However, this time, Team India appears to be in a different rhythm.
Since winning the 2024 T20 World Cup, Team India has won 19 out of 22 T20I matches. Furthermore, a record of 37 wins in the last 42 T20Is proves their strength. Under the captaincy of Suryakumar Yadav, this team has been performing consistently well and is a strong contender to win the title this time. This tournament is also very important considering the preparations for the T20 World Cup to be held next year.