🏏 India Wins Asia Cup 2025 Final by 5 Wickets with 2 Balls to Spare

The cricketing rivalry between India and Pakistan has produced countless unforgettable moments, but the Asia Cup 2025 final in Dubai will forever hold a special place in the hearts of Indian fans. On September 28, Team India pulled off a tense run chase to beat Pakistan by five wickets with two balls left, finishing at 150/5 in 19.4 overs.

With this thrilling win, India lifted their ninth Asia Cup crown, proving once again why they are the giants of Asian cricket.

🌟 Match Summary

• Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium

• Date: September 28, 2025

• Pakistan’s Score: 146 all out in 19.1 overs

• India’s Score: 150/5 in 19.4 overs

• Result: India won by 5 wickets (with 2 balls left)

• Man of the Match: Tilak Varma (69* off 53 balls)

🏏 Pakistan’s Innings: Early Fire, Sudden Fall

Pakistan got off to a dream start with a strong 80+ run partnership between their openers. Their aggressive approach kept Indian bowlers under pressure in the first half of the innings.

However, once the spinners came in, the momentum shifted dramatically. Kuldeep Yadav bowled a magical spell of 4 wickets, supported by Varun Chakravarthy, Axar Patel, and Jasprit Bumrah, who restricted the flow of runs.

From cruising at 84/0, Pakistan were bundled out for 146 in 19.1 overs — losing 9 wickets for just 33 runs.

🇮🇳 India’s Chase: From Tension to Triumph

⚠️ Top Order Collapse

Chasing a modest 147, India had a shaky start. The top three batters fell cheaply, and the scoreboard showed 20/3, leaving fans anxious and giving Pakistan hope.

💪 Tilak Varma Leads the Fightback

Young Tilak Varma played the innings of his life, holding the chase together with an unbeaten 69 runs off 53 balls. He absorbed the pressure, rotated strike smartly, and hit boundaries at crucial moments.

🚀 Shivam Dube’s Quickfire Knock

Tilak found support in Shivam Dube, who struck 33 runs off just 22 balls. Their 60-run partnership revived India’s chances and put the Men in Blue back in control.

🎯 Rinku Singh Finishes in Style

With 6 runs needed from the last over, Rinku Singh calmly struck the winning runs. India reached 150/5 in 19.4 overs, sealing victory with two balls left and sparking celebrations worldwide.

🔑 Turning Points of the Match

1. Kuldeep Yadav’s Spell (4/30) – Pakistan’s collapse began with his wickets.

2. Pakistan’s Middle-Order Collapse – From 84/0 to 146 all out.

3. Tilak Varma’s Match-Winning Knock – A calm, unbeaten 69 under pressure.

4. Shivam Dube’s Power-Hitting – His 33 runs gave momentum back to India.

5. Rinku Singh’s Calm Finish – Sealed the match with two balls to spare.

🏆 Celebrations Across India

As soon as the winning runs were struck, Indian fans erupted with joy. Fireworks lit up the skies, crowds celebrated in streets, and social media was flooded with messages of pride. Political leaders, celebrities, and cricketing legends congratulated Team India on this iconic victory.

The BCCI rewarded the team with special bonuses, while fans hailed the emergence of young heroes like Tilak Varma and Rinku Singh.

🌟 Star Performers

• Tilak Varma (69 off 53):* The backbone of the chase, calm under pressure.

• Shivam Dube (33 off 22): Aggressive innings that shifted momentum.

• Rinku Singh (finisher): Sealed the chase in the final over.

• Kuldeep Yadav (4/30): Destroyed Pakistan’s middle order.

• Axar Patel & Bumrah: Controlled the game with precision.

📊 India’s Asia Cup Record

• Total Titles: 9 (most in tournament history)

• Asia Cup 2025 Campaign: Undefeated, including three wins against Pakistan

• Winning Margin in Final: 5 wickets, 2 balls to spare