Pakistan lost their must-win game against Bangladesh by 37 runs in Abu Dhabi on Wednesday, meaning they failed to qualify for Friday's final in Dubai.
The India middle-order, which has hardly been exposed during the tournament, got its first stern test against Afghanistan and failed to get the team over the line.
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India and Bangladesh will face in the final of Asia Cup 2018 on Friday.
Indian opener Shikhar Dhawan, who was named the vice-captain for the Asia Cup said that there isn’t much load on him as the skipper has to take all the decision and he is enjoying it.
Indian opener Shikhar Dhawan stated that after their victory over Pakistan in the virtual semi-final, India cannot afford to take the Bangladesh outfit lightly in the 2018 Asia Cup final
Besides Tamim, Bangladesh will also miss the services of the seasoned all-rounder Shakib-al Hasan in the title clash here. To make matters worse for them, Mortaza, who has a broken finger, and Mushfiqur Rahim will be playing injuries.
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Indian opener Shikhar Dhawan lauded Bangladesh's effort of making it to the final of the Asia Cup - for the second consecutive time - and hinted India won’t be taking them lightly.