Dubai, Sept 28 (KNS): India outclassed Pakistan in a high-voltage Asia Cup 2025 final on Sunday, winning their record ninth title with a dominant all-round performance.
Chasing 147, young star Tilak Varma held his nerves and anchored India’s batting after the spinners turned the match decisively in India’s favour. Earlier, Kuldeep Yadav’s brilliant 4/30, supported by Varun Chakravarthy (2/30) and Axar Patel (2/26), dismantled Pakistan’s strong start and bowled them out for 146 in 19.1 overs.
Pakistan had looked threatening at 113/1 with Sahibzada Farhan (57 off 38) and Fakhar Zaman (46 off 35) in charge.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp ChannelBut the spin trio choked the middle order, forcing errors and triggering a dramatic collapse as Pakistan lost nine wickets for just 33 runs. Jasprit Bumrah (2/25) also struck crucial blows, including a fiery yorker to dismiss Haris Rauf.
Tilak Varma then guided India’s chase with maturity, ensuring the team crossed the line comfortably and sealed a memorable win. The victory not only gave India their ninth Asia Cup crown but also reaffirmed their supremacy in the subcontinental rivalry.(KNS)