asia cup rising stars 2025 saw an intense moment during india a vs pakistan a Stability in Doha as Indian batsman Naman Dheer And Pakistan’s young leg spinner Saad Masood He came into limelight due to the controversy on the field. The dramatic change occurred in the ninth over when Masood dismissed Dheer after being hit for a four on the previous ball.
Saad Masood’s loud departure increases tension in India A vs Pakistan A match
On the fourth ball of the over, Dheer delivered a fine paddle sweep that went past short fine leg, showing his quick reactions and confident intent. However, his aggression lasted only for one ball as Masood bowled a slightly slower ball, which Dheer misjudged and went straight into the hands of Pakistan A captain Irfan Khan at extra cover.
After being dismissed, Masood turned towards the departing batsman and gestured towards the dugout, gesturing for him to walk. The sending off sparked immediate reactions on social media, with fans debating whether Masood’s actions crossed the lines of sporting spirit.
Dhir, who is known for his calm nature and competitive edge, responded with a brief glance before walking away quietly, avoiding any verbal exchange. However, the moment caused a stir in the stadium, with commentators commenting on how the bitter rivalry between India and Pakistan resurfaces even in youth and developmental tournaments.
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Before the controversy, the series had already attracted attention for India’s powerful batting performances in the first matches. India A led by wicketkeeper-batsman Jitesh SharmaEntered the tie after an impressive performance against UAE, where the 14-year-old prodigy Vaibhav Suryavanshi Equaled the record by scoring a century in 32 balls. The teenage opener’s stormy innings of 144 runs in 42 balls included 15 sixes and 11 fours. Rishabh PantA 2018 achievement for Delhi and a strong announcement of its arrival on the global stage.
Suryavanshi’s heroics, coupled with Jitesh’s blistering knock of 83 off 32 balls, helped India A reach a mammoth total of 297/4 – one of the highest in T20 developmental cricket. The young Rajasthan Royals opener soon started being compared to India’s world No. 1 T20I batsman Abhishek Sharmawhich, with Gujarat Urvil PatelHe holds the record of fastest Indian century in T-20 off just 28 balls. 2024-25 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy,
For Pakistan A, Masood’s energy and aggression have made him the focal point of the bowling attack. His ability to swing the ball quickly and trouble the batsmen with variations has won him praise from the domestic giants. However, his fiery personality reignited debate over conduct on the field, echoing past India–Pakistan conflicts, where emotions have affected the game.
With both teams unbeaten in Group B, the stakes were high on the match as players from both sides tried to impress the selectors 2026 t20 world cup cycle. Despite the controversy, this match once again highlighted the electric atmosphere and passionate rivalry that defines subcontinental cricket, proving that even developmental tournaments can mirror the intensity of senior level internationals.