Pakistan, batting first, endured a turbulent start when Yasir Khan and Mohammad Faiq departed inside the first two overs, leaving the Shaheens struggling at 2 for 2.
However, a composed 23 from Maaz Sadaqat and a crucial 25 from Arafat Minhas steadied the innings before Saad Masood exploded with a 38-run knock off just 26 balls, lifting Pakistan to a competitive 125.
Bangladesh’s bowling unit, spearheaded by Ripon Mondol (3/25) and Rakibul Hasan (2/16), kept Pakistan under constant pressure and ensured no runaway scoring.
Bangladesh A began their chase aggressively as Habibur Rahman Sohan smashed 26 off 17 balls, setting the tone early.
But the innings derailed rapidly as Arafat Minhas and Sufiyan Muqeem ripped through the middle order. The Tigers collapsed from 36/1 to 53/7, appearing out of the contest.
A fighting 24 from Rakibul Hasan and a calm, composed unbeaten stand between Abdul Gaffar Saqlain (16)* and Ripon Mondol (11)* brought Bangladesh level on the last ball, tying the match at 125/9 and forcing a Super Over.
In the Super Over, Bangladesh struggled as Ahmed Daniyal produced a flawless, high-intensity over, conceding only six runs while taking two wickets, including Abdul Gaffar Saqlain and Jishan Alam.
With a modest target of 7, Pakistan sent out Saad Masood and Maaz Sadaqat. Saad held his nerve, striking a boundary and guiding Pakistan safely to 8 without loss in just four balls, sealing the championship in emphatic style.
Pakistan Shaheens walk away as Asia Cup Rising Stars champions for the record third time.
