A few weeks ago, Zee Studios in Pakistan had produced a documentary on the Pakistan opening batter, Sahibzada Farhan, titled ‘Hero in the Making’, highlighting the Asia Cup 2025 performance of the right-handed batter, who became the very first batter of world cricket to smash a six in T20I cricket against the premier Indian pacer, Jasprit Bumrah.

The film places special emphasis on the three sixes against Bumrah. The 29-year-old smashed a fine knock of 57 runs during the final of the Asia Cup at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium before playing two more sensational knocks of 63 and an unbeaten 80 runs against Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe later in the home T20I side.

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The former Indian opener and the renowned commentator, Aakash Chopra, decided to go after Farhan for the documentary during the live commentary of the opening T20I between India and South Africa at the Barabati Stadium in Cuttack. Chopra claimed, “Bumrah ko chakka maarna aasan nhi h agar kuch log maar le toh documentary bhi bana lete h.”

Watch: Aakash Chopra laughs at Sahibzada Farhan’s documentary during IND vs SA 1st T20I

Overall in 35 innings of the T20I cricket, Farhan has smashed 857 runs at an average of 25.20 and a strike rate of 128.48 with the help of seven half-centuries at the best score of unbeaten 80 runs. In 139 T20 innings, he has scored 4355 runs at a strike rate of 137.03, with six centuries and 28 half-centuries.

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Aakash Chopra ka hesitation: ‘Bhai chakka laga… par itna content nahi tha ki documentary ban jaaye!’ 😅🏏”#INDvsSA #Akashvani @cricketaakash pic.twitter.com/A8dB08tbhB

— Ajinkya Karale (@oyeaju24) December 9, 2025

In the Cuttack T20I, India posted a massive score of 175/6 in their allotted 20 overs. Hardik Pandya slammed a fine unbeaten knock of 59 runs in 28 balls at a strike rate of 210.71 with the help of six boundaries and four sixes, while the other batters struggled in the middle for a strike rate of around 110.

The Proteas were bundled out for 74 in just 12.3 overs. All of Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh, Axar Patel, and Varun Chakravarthy picked up four wickets each, while Pandya and Shivam Dube had one wicket each. India clinched a 101-run victory to go 1-0 up in the series.

The Pakistan opening batter, Sahibzada Farhan, who became the very first batter of the country to nail India’s premier pacer, Jasprit Bumrah, for a six, has mocked the ability as the video went viral across social media platforms. In the video, he made fun of the Gujarat pacer, whom he broke during the 2025 Asia Cup.

The 29-year-old has overall smashed 682 runs in 31 innings of the T20Is at an average of 22 and a strike rate of 123.55 with the help of five half-centuries at the best score of 74 runs. In overall T20s, the right-handed batter has nailed 4180 runs in 135 innings at an average of 33.44 and a strike rate of 136.46, scoring six centuries and 26 fifties at the best score of unbeaten 162 runs. He was in good form against India in the Asia Cup 2025. 

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“I got to know that he (Jasprit Bumrah) is the same bowler who was yet to be smashed for a six. I said to myself How can it happen. So three innings and 150+ runs alone- when we play, we don’t put attention on who is in front of us.” Farhan expressed in the viral video.

Watch: Sahibzada Farhan laughs at nailing Jasprit Bumrah for sixes during Asia Cup 2025

In one of the games against India, the right-handed opening batter smashed 58 runs in 45 balls at a strike rate of 128.88 with the help of five boundaries and three sixes. Despite a brisk start with the bat, the right-handed batter couldn’t post a score above 130 strike rate as Bumrah went for 0/45 in his four overs. 

Sahibzada Farhan reflecting on how he exposed Bumrah bowling.

Biggest nightmare for india.. pic.twitter.com/8vzUz6nbWa

— Maaz (@IsThatMaaz) November 20, 2025

During the final of the tournament, Farhan smashed 57 runs in just 38 balls at a strike rate of 150 with the help of five boundaries and three sixes as the rest of the line-up, apart from Fakhar Zaman, fell like a pack of cards to get bundled out for 146.

India completed the chase by five wickets with two balls to spare as Tilak Varma smacked an unbeaten 69 runs in 53 balls. However, they have yet to experience the trophy in their hand, even after two months of the title-winning campaign.

Pakistan fast bowler Haris Rauf has been suspended for two matches after the latest official verdict from the International Cricket Council (ICC), as the pacer missed the first ODI of the three-match home ODI series against South Africa on Tuesday (November 4). Here we can know the reason for his suspension. 

Why has Haris Rauf been suspended for two games?

The Asia Cup 2025 was in the heat whenever India faced Pakistan. They faced thrice, including the Final, and all were in the hot atmospheres due to various reasons. During the matches against India, Pakistan pacer Haris Rauf repeatedly made provocative gestures. The ICC statement confirmed that Rauf was found guilty in two separate incidents during the group stage (September 14) and the Final (September 28) against India in the Asia Cup 2025, as his conduct was noted "that brings the game into disrepute" as per Article 2.21.

Rauf has been punished with a total of four demerit points, two demerit points from each game, which equals two suspension points, as the fast bowler will miss two international matches for Pakistan. So, apart from the ODI series opener, Rauf will also miss the second game of the series, scheduled on Thursday (November 6). Apart from receiving two demerit points from each match, Rauf has also been fined 30% of his match fees from each fixture.  

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There are more demerit points for Indian and Pakistan players 

Meanwhile, Indian T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav has been fined 30 percent of his match fees and handed two demerit points for breaching Article 2.21 in relation to their group stage meeting against Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2025. In relation to the same match, Pakistan cricketer Sahibzada Farzan has been issued an official warning and handed one demerit point. 

Indian right-arm fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah has also been issued an official warning and handed one demerit point for breaching Article 2.21 during the Asia Cup 2025 Final against Pakistan.

On the other hand, another Indian left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh was charged with a breach of Article 2.6 during the Asia Cup 2025 Super Six clash against Pakistan, which was related to any gesture that is obscene, offensive, or insulting for actions. However, Singh ultimately hasn't been punished with anything, as the match referee Andy Pycroft didn't find him guilty. 

The T20I opening batter of the Pakistan side, Sahibzada Farhan, was caught smiling and clapping after he heard obscene remarks on India’s premier pacer, Jasprit Bumrah, during the third T20I of the three-match series against South Africa at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. He shared a fierce battle with the pacer during the recently concluded Asia Cup 2025. 

Farhan became the first and only batter to nail the Ahmedabad-born pacer for three sixes in a T20I. Across the match-up, the right-handed batter has taken India's Bumrah to the cleaners for 51 runs in 34 balls, including six boundaries and three over boundaries. The opener was also the first batter of the Pakistan side to hit a six off Bumrah in international cricket.

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A video has gone viral on social media platforms, showing Farhan enjoying the explicit chants by one of the home fans against Bumrah. The fans were chanting ‘Bumrah ke abbu (Bumrah’s father), putting the camera towards the pacer, and it appeared that the opener was clearly enjoying the derogatory comments.

Watch: Sahibzada Farhan smiles at derogatory comments on Jasprit Bumrah during Lahore T20I

The third and final T20I between Pakistan and South Africa was the series decider in Lahore after the visitors won the opening game comfortably before the hosts made a strong comeback in the second clash. The Rainbow Nation, however, continued their poor show with the bat even in the third fixture.

"BUMRAH KAY ABU" chants in the front of Sahibzada Farhan 🤣😭 pic.twitter.com/Za5vYjRNYL

— Ahtasham Riaz (@ahtashamriaz22) November 1, 2025

South Africa lost both Quinton de Kock and Lhuan-dre-Pretorious for ducks in three balls of the opening batter. Reeza Hendricks slammed 34 runs but at a strike rate of below 100 with the help of two boundaries. Their captain provided the fire in the middle order with 29 runs in 14 balls at a strike rate of 207.14, smashing three over boundaries and one four. Corbin Bosch remained undefeated on 30 runs to push them to 139/9.

Babar Azam was the main batter in the middle during the chase for Pakistan as he creamed a fine knock of 68 runs in 47 balls at a strike rate of 144.68, while Salman Agha nailed 33 runs to complete the chase by four wickets to seal the series by 2-1.

Another 'Gunfire Celebration' from a Pakistani batter after scoring a hundred. Experienced Pakistan batter Mohammed Rizwan was on the non-striker's end when his batting partner did the 'Gunfire Celebration.' 

After Sahibzada Farhan, it is now Mohmmad Haris who has recently caught cricket fans' attention not only for batting reasons but also for manifesting expression through a 'Gunfire Celebration' after scoring a hundred during Pakistan's Quaid-e-Azam Trophy 2025-26. The Peshawar Cricket Team survived the early blows for their two centurions against the Sialkot Stallions. Experienced Rizwan is the leader of the team, who scored the first hundred of the match and helped his team to bounce back. Haris joined the captain in the middle after the fall of their 5th wicket. 

When Haris completed his century, Rizwan was unbeaten for 123 off 203 deliveries. Haris took 113 deliveries to touch the hundred-run milestone. The right-handed batter guided the ball towards the square leg for a single and completed the century. At first, his celebration was looking normal, throwing arms in the air, with a smile on his face, and he received greetings from the batting partner as well. Then, in a moment, Haris held his bat like a gun and pointed at someone. 

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MUHAMMAD HARIS WITH MAIDEN FC TON AND GUN CELEBRATION..!! 🔥pic.twitter.com/Bs1a7MDJsz

— junaiz (@dhillow_) October 9, 2025

Where does the 'Gunfire Celebration' come from?

Pakistan batter Sahibzada Farhan's gesture after scoring a half-century against India during the Asia Cup 2025 created a lot of controversies. During the Super Four match of the tournament, the Pakistan opener displayed the 'Gunfire Celebration.' This celebration came just months after the tragic Pahalgam terror attack, where 26 innocent Indian tourists were killed.

Cricket fans strongly criticized the gesture of the batsman. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) lodged a complaint to the International Cricket Council (ICC) in protest. ICC match referee Richie Richardson gave a warning to the Pakistan opener. 

Sahibzada Farhan hit a huge six against ace India spinner Kuldeep Yadav. The Pakistan opener played a well-controlled fifty-plus runs in the final of the 2025 Asia Cup against India at Dubai International Stadium. 

Before losing the scalp against Varun Chakravarthy, Farhan scored 57 against 38 balls. His innings was laced with five boundaries and three over-boundaries. One of the three over-boundaries was against Yadav; during the last ball of the 7th ball of the first innings, the right-handed batter hoisted the ball for a maximum.

India skipper Suryakumar Yadav won the toss and decided to bowl first. Usually, the surface of the Dubai International Stadium is suitable for a run chase in the second innings. And India, throughout the Asia Cup 2025, performed brilliantly while batting in the second innings. 

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Farhan's massive 6 vs Kuldeep Yadav 

When India and Pakistan met twice before in the tournament, Men in Blue won those matches with ease. But a final is always a different caliber contest, where anything can reflect on the scorecard. 

Proving many critics wrong, Pakistan started the first innings in an intense manner. For today's match, Farhan and Fakhar Zaman came to open the innings, and they scored 84 runs together in the first wicket. Both the batters played in attacking mode after watching the first few overs. During the last over of the 7th of the first innings, Farhan went deep into the crease and clubbed the ball over the deep square leg for a big six. 11 runs came from that over. Yadav pitched the middle in the middle of the pitch, a little bit short and towards the leg stump. The batter got plenty of time to adjust and made a charge on the ball. 

The Asia Cup 2025 Finals begun between India and Pakistan, with a brisk start from the openers for Pakistan. Fakhar Zaman and Sahibzada Farhan started the innings on strong footing as both teams are trying to take the early initiative in a match that promises high drama between these two arch-rivals in Dubai.

At the 9.4-over mark, Varun Chakravarthy provided a significant breakthrough for India by getting rid of Sahibzada Farhan. Farhan had been aggressive from the outset and had made 57 runs off 38 balls with plenty of boundaries. He attempted to pull a googly pitched outside off, but got is wrong and was caught by Tilak Varma at deep mid-wicket, it ended an 84-run partnership. The wicket gave India a grip on the game ahead of the drinks break.

Farhan's attacking innings had built a really strong platform for Pakistan, but his dismissal was a key breakthrough and changed the momentum a little towards India. Saim Ayub was joined at the crease by Fakhar Zaman and opened his account with a single run. Fakhar continued to play the anchor role, while India hoped to capitalize on this important breakthrough.

Live Score Update:

Pakistan is at 113/1 after 12.4 overs, with Fakhar Zaman and Saim Ayub at the crease. The innings has started brightly for Pakistan, but India will be looking to use this breakthrough to get control of the run rate. The momentum of the match is still fairly even as both teams contest for the title in this high stakes final.

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🚨 WICKET!🚨

Sahibzada Farhan c Tilak Varma b Varun Chakravarthy for 57(38) [5x4, 3x6]!
He smashed a six earlier in the over but got out trying for another. Frustrated, he thuds the bat on the ground. Big moment!#Cricket #INDvsPAK #AsiaCup #PakistanCricket pic.twitter.com/R4XuybRyOo

— Asia Voice 🎤 (@Asianewss) September 28, 2025

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The International Cricket Council, could take action against Sahibzada Farhan and Haris Rauf of Pakistan for their gestures in the Asia Cup 2025 match against India. The ICC summoned both players after the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) submitted an official complaint. This came after a match between bitter rivals packed with tension on and off the field.

India dominated the matches, off-field actions also grabbed attention. Reportedly, the Indian team and captain Suryakumar Yadav, specifically, did not shake hands with Pakistan. In response, some Pakistani players, especially Rauf and Farhan, performed gestures that were seen as politically influenced. These acts sparked discussions and brought the matter to the ICC’s notice.

Sahibzada Farhan performed the “Bazooka” celebration, which some people thought was a political jab at India. However, Farhan told the ICC that there was no political intention. He explained that even Indian players like Virat Kohli and MS Dhoni have done similar celebrations in the past.

ICC Sanctions and Updates

Journalist Nikhil Naz reported that Farhan might lose 50 to 100 per cent of his match fees as punishment. Haris Rauf, who mocked Indian fans by referring to unverified Pakistan Air Force claims of downing six Indian jets, could face a similar penalty. But neither player is expected to be suspended.

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Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav could also face a penalty of 15 per cent of his match fees for his comments about the Pahalgam terror attack after the India-Pakistan group-stage clash. Despite all the off-field controversies, both teams are now focusing on the Asia Cup 2025 final on September 28.

Update: According to PTI, the ICC has classified the incident as a level 1 offence. Haris Rauf has been fined 30 per cent of his match fees for abusive gestures, while Sahibzada Farhan received only a warning.

Pakistan and Bangladesh clash in a do-or-die Super Four fixture of Asia Cup 2025 at Dubai. Both teams have been inconsistent to this point and must secure victory here to guarantee their spot in the final. Pakistan kicked off their Super Four campaign with yet another disappointing defeat to India. They recovered with a solid victory over Sri Lanka and now need to beat Bangladesh to book their place in the final. 

On the other hand, Bangladesh have appeared disciplined and organized throughout this Asia Cup campaign. They reached the Super Fours by winning two from three matches, and then maintained that form by defeating Sri Lanka by four wickets in their first game of the second phase.

PAK vs BAN Match Details

Date: 25th September, 2025

Time: 8:00 PM IST

Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium 

Live Streaming: Fancode  

PAK vs BAN Weather Report

There are no signs of any rain interruptions throughout the game. It is pleasant conditions and perfect throughout the game.

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Top Batters PAK vs BAN

• Saif Hassan (BAN) - 160 runs in this tournament 

• Sahibzada Farhan (PAK) - 156 runs in this tournament 

• Fakhar Zaman (PAK) - 122 runs in this tournament 

Top Bowler PAK vs BAN

• Mustafizur Rahman (BAN) - 8 wickets in this tournament 

• Saim Ayub (PAK) - 6 wickets in this tournament 

• Shaheen Afridi (PAK) - 6 wickets in this tournament 

PAK vs BAN Recent Performance

PAK vs BAN Today Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1- If IND bats first

• First Innings score prediction - PAK is expected to score 170-180 runs

• Result prediction- PAK will win the match by 20-30 runs

Scenario 2- If the BAN bats first

• First Innings score prediction- BAN is expected to score 140-160 runs.

• Result prediction- PAK will win the match by 5 wickets 

PAK vs BAN Predicted Playing XI

Pakistan (PAK) Playing XI 

Saim Ayub, Sahibzada Farhan, Fakhar Zaman, Salman Agha(c), Hussain Talat, Mohammad Haris(w), Mohammad Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf, Abrar Ahmed.

Bangladesh (BAN) Playing XI 

Saif Hassan, Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Parvez Hossain Emon, Towhid Hridoy, Shamim Hossain, Jaker Ali(w/c), Mohammad Saifuddin, Rishad Hossain, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Nasum Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman

PAK vs BAN Complete Squad

Pakistan - 

Salman Ali Agha (c), Abrar Ahmed, Faheem Ashraf, Fakhar Zaman, Haris Rauf, Hasan Ali, Hasan Nawaz, Hussain Talat, Khushdil Shah, Mohammad Haris, Mohammad Nawaz, Mohammad Waseem Jnr, Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Salman Mirza, Shaheen Afridi, Sufyan Moqim.

Bangladesh -

Litton Das (c), Tanzid Hasan, Parvez Hossain Emon, Saif Hassan, Tawhid Hridoy, Jaker Ali Anik, Shamim Hossain, Quazi Nurul Hasan Sohan, Shak Mahedi Hasan, Rishad Hossain, Nasum Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Taskin Ahmed, and Shoriful Islam, Shaif Uddin.

PAK vs BAN Today Match Prediction, Who Will Win the Match?

Pakistan to win

We predict that Pakistan will win this Asia Cup 2025 match. Sahibzada Farhan, Fakhar Zaman and Saim Ayub will be key players to watch out for.

Pakistan’s veteran pacer, Haris Rauf, and their young opening batter, Sahibzada Farhan, became talking points from the last Super 4 fixture between India and Pakistan from the 2025 season of the Asia Cup at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, with their provocative gestures, which took social media on fire. 

Farhan pulled out the gun and made a celebration of shooting the bullets after he celebrated his half-century against the Suryakumar Yadav-led side. However, his milestone was the main reason for his downfall as he ended with 58 runs in 45 balls at a strike rate of under 130. On the other hand, Rauf, who was standing on the edge of the boundary, showed the 6-0 gesture towards the crowd.

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The pacer also had a heated exchange with the two Indian opening batters, Shubman Gill and Abhishek Sharma, after the latter smashed him for a boundary during the second innings. Even though he had a decent game with the ball to take the wicket of Sanju Samson, the result didn’t go Pakistan’s way as the Suryakumar Yadav-led side chased down the target by six wickets.

India file strict action against Pakistan players after Super 4 clash in Asia Cup 2025

India has filed an official complaint with the International Cricket Council (ICC) and demanded strict action against the two players. Even their assistant coach, Ryan Ten Doeschate, shared his view on the two gestures.

“Let me just say, the amount of pressure that's been heaped on the players because of the situation, it's very difficult to control their behaviour. I did see some of the things Haris did, and, you know, that's not our concern. Like I said earlier, we're really proud of how the guys carried themselves, you know, they were on fire with their bats on the field.” Ten Doeschate expressed in the pre-match press conference against Bangladesh.

Thanks to their superb win, India qualify for the final of the Asia Cup 2025. They will lock horns with the winner of the Pakistan and Bangladesh side in the final, which is scheduled to take place on September 28 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.