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Wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson emotionally dedicated his CEAT Cricket Award to his wife Charu, acknowledging her unwavering support. He also praised fans and reflected on his decade-long journey, highlighting his mental resilience and perseverance that led to crucial match-winning performances. Samson concluded by expressing gratitude and reaffirming his dedication to the nation.

After a painful 'retired out' incident in the 2025 IPL, Tilak Varma received crucial guidance from his childhood coach, Salam Bayash. This mentorship helped him deliver an unbeaten 69 in the Asia Cup final against Pakistan, leading India to victory and fulfilling his determination to win for the team.

Speaking to the press in Hyderabad on Tuesday, Tilak Varma said he was thrilled to have made the country proud with his match-winning knock against Pakistan in the Asia Cup final. The 22-year-old struck an unbeaten 69 to guide India to a successful chase of 147 in Dubai on Sunday.

Suryakumar Yadav's composed captaincy steered India to a resounding Asia Cup triumph, effectively answering pre-tournament uncertainties. Despite his own modest scores, Surya's leadership, alongside explosive starts from Abhishek Sharma and Tilak Varma's crucial final knock, highlighted India's emerging talent. The victory underscored a collective team effort, validating the next generation's capability to excel under immense pressure and secure major titles.

Former Pakistani pacer Mohammad Amir shared an emotional video reaction after Pakistan's Asia Cup 2025 loss to India. He expressed disappointment over Pakistan squandering a strong start of 113/1, collapsing to 146 all out. India successfully chased 147, with Tilak Varma's unbeaten 69, leaving Amir to lament a missed golden opportunity.

Ravichandran Ashwin lauded Tilak Varma's composed 69 not out, which secured India's Asia Cup 2025 final victory against Pakistan. Ashwin praised Varma's pressure handling and technical skill, while also crediting Kuldeep Yadav and Varun Chakaravarthy for their crucial bowling efforts. He explained Kuldeep's success stemmed from Dubai's unique pitch conditions.

India's Asia Cup victory over Pakistan descended into controversy as the Indian team refused to accept the trophy from ACC President Mohsin Naqvi, citing his social media posts and diplomatic tensions. Naqvi, also Pakistan's interior minister, subsequently removed the trophy, leading to India celebrating without it. The incident escalated into a political spat between the two nations.

India's Asia Cup 2025 final hero, Tilak Varma, received a rapturous welcome from fans as he returned to Hyderabad on Monday. The 21-year-old southpaw, who scored an unbeaten 69 to seal victory against Pakistan, was greeted with thunderous cheers at Shamshabad Airport.

Pakistan players had "a lot to say" to Tilak Varma as he walked out to bat in the Asia Cup final, spurring the young Indian batter to play one of the most defining innings of his career so far in the Asia Cup final.

Tilak Varma made a heartfelt gesture, giving away an autographed cap to the Andhra Pradesh cabinet minister, Lokesh Nara following his heroic knock at the Asia Cup.

In an interview with India Today, Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav discussed Pakistan's provocative gestures in the Asia Cup, highlighting Sahibzada Farhan gunshot celebration and Haris Rauf's planecrash act.

Former Pakistan pacer Shoaib Akhtar vehemently criticized Pakistan's coach and management after their Asia Cup 2025 final loss to India. Pakistan's batting collapsed from 113/1 to 146 all out against India's spin attack, prompting Akhtar to label the coaching "senseless.

Bollywood icon Amitabh Bachchan celebrated India's thrilling Asia Cup victory over Pakistan with a witty tweet, referencing Shoaib Akhtar's gaffe mistaking star opener Abhishek Sharma for him. India clinched its ninth title by defeating Pakistan by five wickets in a nail-biting final, with Sharma emerging as the tournament's rising star.

After India's Asia Cup final win over Pakistan, Arshdeep Singh, Harshit Rana, and Jitesh Sharma playfully mimicked Abrar Ahmed's head-tilt celebration. India won the title after winning by five wickets.

India secured a thrilling Asia Cup 2025 victory over Pakistan, but celebrations turned unusual as ACC President Mohsin Naqvi withheld the trophy. Captain Suryakumar Yadav, however, made the moment memorable by mimicking Rohit Sharma's iconic walk with an imaginary trophy. This symbolic gesture, following Tilak Varma's match-winning knock, underscored India's triumph despite the standoff over the silverware.

India head coach Gautam Gambhir was seen at his ecstatic best as he slammed the table in delight after Tilak Varma's massive six against Haris Rauf in the Asia Cup final against Pakistan.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) declared a cash reward of Rs 21 crore for the Indian squad and support staff after Suryakumar Yadav's men defeated Pakistan by five wickets in a thrilling Asia Cup 2025 final, securing their ninth continental title on Sunday.