Summary
India won the Asia Cup 2025 final against Pakistan by five wickets, led by Tilak Varma's 69 runs. The win was marked by a controversy when the Indian team refused to collect the winner's trophy from Mohsin Naqvi, ACC Chairman and Pakistan's Minister for Interior. The match included strong performances but was overshadowed by a delay during the award ceremony.
Key Facts
- India beat Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2025 final by five wickets.
- Tilak Varma played a key role for India with an unbeaten 69 runs.
- The Indian cricket team refused the trophy from Mohsin Naqvi, ACC Chairman.
- The match faced controversy with a delayed award ceremony.
- India chased down a target of 147 runs, overcoming early challenges.
- Pakistan's bright start was led by Sahibzada Farhan and Fakhar Zaman.
- Key players for India included batter Abhishek Sharma and bowler Kuldeep Yadav.
- India celebrated their ninth Asia Cup title after the match.