Dubai is set to host one of the most anticipated encounters in cricket history as Pakistan and India prepare to face each other for the very first time in an Asia Cup final. Ahead of this historic clash, the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) has announced a significant increase in prize money, adding further prestige to the tournament’s grand finale.
According to the revised figures, the winning team will now take home $300,000, following an increase of $50,000. Meanwhile, the runner-up will receive $150,000. In addition to the main prizes, awards will also be distributed in individual categories such as Player of the Tournament, Best Batter, Best Bowler, and other special recognitions, ensuring top performers are duly rewarded.
The heightened stakes reflect the immense excitement surrounding the match. Fans from across the cricketing world are eagerly awaiting the showdown between the two arch-rivals, who have never before met in an Asia Cup final in the tournament’s 41-year history.
The 2025 edition of the Asia Cup is being played in the T20 format across venues in the United Arab Emirates, but the spotlight has firmly shifted to Dubai, where the final will decide who lifts the prestigious trophy. The increased prize pool has only amplified the importance of the clash, making the encounter even more compelling for players and fans alike.
With Pakistan and India both in top form and fueled by history, today’s final promises to be a spectacle that will be remembered for years to come.
