Security tight, emotions high; Pakistan India final showdown is nigh

DUBAI: With the clock ticking down to the Asia Cup 2025 final, the stage is set for one of cricket’s fiercest rivalries to reignite. As archrivals India and Pakistan prepare to face off in Dubai, emotions are surging, predictions are flying, and anticipation has reached fever pitch. Fans across the globe are holding their breath to see whether unbeaten India complete their dominant run, or Pakistan finally rewrite the script and break their losing streak.

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DUBAI POLICE ISSUES STRICT ADVISORY AHEAD OF MATCH

As excitement builds for the much-anticipated Pakistan-India clash in the Asia Cup T20 Final, the Dubai Police has issued a comprehensive advisory to ensure safety, security, and smooth conduct at the Dubai International Stadium.

Fans have been urged to:

• Check the list of prohibited items before leaving for the stadium.
• Cooperate fully with both police and private security teams.
• Ensure the validity of their tickets and enter only through their designated gates.
• Arrive at the stadium at least 3 hours early to avoid crowding and last-minute rush.
• Remember that each valid ticket allows only a single entry.
• Follow all instructions and signboards provided by security personnel.

Dubai Police warned that bringing banned items or engaging in unruly behavior could lead to fines between AED 5,000 and AED 30,000 (approximately Rs 383,000 to Rs 2.3 million) and violations may also result in imprisonment of up to three months.

ASIA CUP FINAL TICKET FRENZY: PRICES SOAR AS DEMAND PEAKS

With only hours left until the showdown, scheduled for 7:30 PM (Pakistan Time), ticket demand has soared to new highs as well. Here’s a look at the ticket pricing structure:

Upper stands: AED 350 (approx. Rs 26,800)
Pavilion seats: AED 900 (approx. Rs 68,900)

Other categories:

AED 3,500 (Rs 268,000)
AED 6,000 (Rs 459,000)
AED 8,000 (Rs 613,000)
AED 11,000 (Rs 842,800)

Prices of hospitality passes start from AED 1,500 (approx. Rs 115,000)

Tickets are still available via the official Asia Cup portal, but most categories are quickly selling out. Stadium officials expect a full house on match day.

TENSIONS CONTINUE: TROPHY PHOTO SHOOT CANCELLED

Asia Cup organisers canceled the traditional trophy photo shoot featuring the two captains.

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Sources confirm that the photo session, usually held the day before the final, did not take place on Saturday, with a final decision possibly made hours before the match on Sunday.

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The move comes amid visible tensions between Pakistan and India. During earlier stages of the tournament, Indian players refrained from shaking hands with their Pakistani counterparts, which many believe could also still carry into the final.