India defeated Pakistan by 7 wickets in their Asia Cup 2025 clash at Dubai International Stadium. Pakistan were restricted to 127/9 in 20 overs, with Kuldeep Yadav and Axar Patel taking key wickets. India chased the target comfortably in 15.5 overs, led by captain Suryakumar Yadav, who scored 47* off 37 balls. Kuldeep Yadav also starred with three crucial wickets. The win was sealed with 25 balls to spare, highlighting India’s dominance in both batting and bowling. With this victory, India retains the top spot in Group A and is all but confirmed for the Super 4 stage. (PC: BBC)

Up to 150,000 people attended a far-right “Unite the Kingdom” rally in London led by Tommy Robinson. Police said 26 officers were injured, four seriously, and at least 25 people were arrested. About 5,000 counter-protesters clashed with the crowd in Whitehall and Trafalgar Square. Business Secretary Peter Kyle condemned the violence, saying offenders “should and will pay a price.” Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood warned that anyone involved in crime would face the law. Robinson called it the “biggest freedom of speech” rally in UK history, while Elon Musk and Katie Hopkins also addressed the crowd. (PC: Sky News) 

Ricky Hatton, former world champion boxer, has died at 46. Nicknamed 'The Hitman', he won titles at light-welterweight and welterweight. Hatton’s body was found at his home in Manchester on Sunday, with no suspicious circumstances reported. He won 45 of 48 professional fights and last fought in 2012. Fans and fellow athletes, including David Beckham and Tyson Fury, paid tribute. Manchester City held a minute’s applause for him before their match against Manchester United. Hatton had announced a comeback fight in December. He was admired for his skill, heart, and courage in the ring. (PC: BBC)

India are chasing 128 against Pakistan in their Asia Cup 2025 Group A clash in Dubai. Pakistan posted 127/9 in 20 overs, with Kuldeep Yadav taking 3/18 and Axar Patel and Jasprit Bumrah taking 2 wickets each. Sahibzada Farhan made 40, while Shaheen Afridi smashed 4 sixes late on. India’s reply started with a fiery 31 from Abhishek Sharma off just 13 balls. Shubman Gill fell for 10, both wickets going to Saim Ayub. Tilak Varma then took charge, hitting boundaries freely, while Suryakumar Yadav is steady at the other end. India are 61/2 after the powerplay. (PC: BCCI)

India are on top in their Asia Cup 2025 clash against Pakistan in Dubai. Pakistan finished at 127/9 in 20 overs after a poor start. Shaheen Afridi hit a late cameo of 32 runs from 16 balls with 4 sixes to give his team some hope. Earlier, Indian spinners Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav and Varun Chakravarthy dominated with six wickets between them. Jasprit Bumrah and Hardik Pandya also struck early to keep pressure on Pakistan. India now need 128 runs in 20 overs at a run rate of 6.4 to win this high-profile match. (PC: BCCI)

India are in full control against Pakistan in their Asia Cup 2025 Group A match in Dubai. Pakistan are reeling at 65/6 after 13 overs. Kuldeep Yadav has turned the game with two wickets in two balls, leaving Pakistan clueless against spin. Earlier, Axar Patel also struck twice, removing Fakhar Zaman and captain Salman Ali Agha. Jasprit Bumrah and Hardik Pandya gave India a dream start with early wickets. Only Sahibzada Farhan is holding on with 32 runs. Pakistan batters are struggling for answers as India’s bowlers continue to dominate the high-voltage contest. (PC: BCCI)

India captain Suryakumar Yadav avoided the customary handshake with Pakistan captain Salman Agha during the toss in Dubai on Sunday. The Asia Cup 2025 Group A clash already carried high political and emotional tension. According to reports, Suryakumar told team management before the match that he would not shake hands and left it to teammates to decide individually. The move came after public calls for a boycott following the Pahalgam terror attack and India’s Operation Sindoor. At the toss, both captains interacted only with presenter Ravi Shastri and walked away without greeting each other. Pakistan chose to bat first. (PC: India Today)

Pakistan captain Salman Agha won the toss and chose to bat first against India in their Asia Cup 2025 Group A clash in Dubai. He said the pitch looks slow and his team wants to put runs on the board. Both India and Pakistan are playing the same XI as their last match. India are led by Suryakumar Yadav, while Pakistan continue with their young side. The match has high political and sporting tension, with massive security in place. Authorities in Dubai have warned fans of strict rules, with heavy fines and possible deportation for violations. (PC: X)

India and Pakistan meet today in the Asia Cup at Dubai International Stadium. The match begins at 8 pm IST. This is their first clash since India’s Operation Sindoor against terror camps in Pakistan. India, led by Suryakumar Yadav, come with strong form after beating UAE by 9 wickets. Pakistan, led by Salman Agha, rely on young players and a spin attack. Former cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar said Pakistan’s spinners may test India. Still, India look clear favorites. Tensions beyond cricket remain, but fans await another chapter of the rivalry. The match will be live on Sony Sports Network and SonyLiv. (PC: India Today)

Political tensions escalated across India as effigies of Pakistani cricket players were burnt ahead of Sunday's Asia Cup clash, despite government approval for the match. AAP leader Saurabh Bharadwaj led protests in Delhi, calling the decision a "gross humiliation" of Pahalgam attack victims' families. Aishanya Dwivedi, widow of terror victim Shubham Dwivedi, labeled BCCI's stance "insensitive" and urged complete boycott. Social media-driven boycott calls have gained traction, creating uncertainty about BCCI officials' attendance at the marquee event. Leaders from Congress, NCP, and AIMIM criticized the decision. While India maintains its bilateral series boycott since 2012-13, the government permits multilateral tournament participation, leading to this contentious Asia Cup showdown in Dubai.