Tilak lights up Dubai stadium as India beat Pakistan by 5 wickets to win Asia Cup

Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium Dubai

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Tilak Varma Shines as Player of the Match! | India - 150/5 (19.4)

September 29, 2025 1:21 am

Tilak Varma has been awarded the Player of the Match for his outstanding and match-winning innings of 69 runs, guiding India to a thrilling victory.

India Clinch Thrilling Victory Over Pakistan! | India - 146/5 (19.3)

September 29, 2025 12:01 am

India secured a thrilling 5-wicket victory over Pakistan in a nail-biting contest. Chasing 147, India reached the target with 3 balls to spare, thanks to a superb innings from Tilak Varma.

India Clinches Thrilling Victory Against Pakistan! | India - 150/5 (19.4)

September 29, 2025 12:01 am

India chased down the target of 147 runs, scoring 150 for 5 wickets. Tilak Varma was the star with an unbeaten 69 runs, supported by Shivam Dube's 33. Faheem Ashraf was Pakistan's best bowler with 3 wickets. The innings saw a total of 8 sixes and 8 fours.

Rinku Singh Seals Victory with a Boundary! | India - 150/5 (19.4)

September 29, 2025 12:01 am

Rinku Singh smashes a magnificent boundary off Haris Rauf, securing a thrilling victory for India! What a way to finish the match!

India Wins a Thriller! | India - 147/5 (19.3)

September 29, 2025 12:00 am

Tilak Varma scores the winning single, leading India to a thrilling victory over Pakistan in a nail-biting finish. India successfully chased down the target of 147 with 3 balls to spare.

Tilak Varma Smashes Crucial Six! | India - 139/5 (19.1)

September 28, 2025 8:53 pm

Tilak Varma hits a magnificent six off Haris Rauf in the penultimate over, bringing India closer to the target. A moment of brilliance under immense pressure!

Dube Falls! Faheem Ashraf Strikes Crucially! | India - 137/5 (19.0)

September 28, 2025 8:53 pm

Shivam Dube is OUT! Caught by Shaheen Afridi off Faheem Ashraf for a well-made 33 runs off 22 balls, including 2 fours and 2 sixes. A crucial wicket at a critical juncture of the match.

Dube finds the fence! | India - 137/4 (18.4)

September 28, 2025 8:55 pm

Shivam Dube unleashes a powerful shot, sending the ball racing to the boundary for four! This crucial boundary off Faheem Ashraf significantly reduces the pressure on India, boosting their chase. Dube is now on 33 runs.

Dube and Varma forge a crucial 50-run partnership! | India - 130/4 (18.0)

September 28, 2025 9:03 pm

Shivam Dube and Tilak Varma have put on a vital 53-run partnership off just 34 balls. Dube has contributed 28 runs from 18 balls, while Varma added 23 runs from 16 balls during this stand, featuring 2 fours and 3 sixes.

Dube unleashes a massive six! | India - 130/4 (18.0)

September 28, 2025 9:07 pm

Shivam Dube smashes a magnificent six off Haris Rauf, sending the ball soaring into the stands! This boundary injects crucial momentum into India's chase.

Tilak Varma's Fighting Fifty! | India - 110/4 (15.5)

September 28, 2025 9:11 pm

Tilak Varma brings up a crucial half-century, reaching 50 runs off 41 balls with 3 fours and 3 sixes. A vital innings under pressure for India.

Tilak Varma Reaches Fifty! | India - 111/4 (16.0)

September 28, 2025 9:11 pm

Tilak Varma brings up his well-deserved half-century with a single! A brilliant innings under pressure, showcasing his class and resilience. He has been the anchor for India in this chase, scoring 50 runs off 41 balls, including 3 fours and 3 sixes.

Dube's Delight: Massive Six Ignites India's Chase! | India - 106/4 (15.1)

September 28, 2025 9:12 pm

Shivam Dube unleashes a powerful six, sending the ball soaring over the boundary ropes. This crucial hit injects much-needed momentum into India's innings, putting pressure back on the bowlers.

Tilak Varma's Six Powers India to 100! | India - 100/4 (15.0)

September 28, 2025 9:12 pm

Tilak Varma smashes a huge six off Haris Rauf, bringing up India's 100 runs in style. This boundary provides a much-needed boost to India's chase after losing early wickets.

Tilak Varma finds the boundary! | India - 92/4 (14.3)

September 28, 2025 9:18 pm

Tilak Varma hits a crucial four off Haris Rauf, keeping India's chase alive. This boundary provides much-needed momentum.

Dube breaks the shackles with a boundary! | India - 87/4 (14.1)

September 28, 2025 9:18 pm

Shivam Dube smashes a much-needed boundary! He finds the gap and sends the ball racing to the fence for four runs. This will certainly help release some pressure and get his innings going.

Samson Departs! Crucial Wicket for Pakistan! | India - 77/4 (12.2)

September 28, 2025 9:22 pm

Sanju Samson is caught by Sahibzada Farhan off Abrar Ahmad for 24 runs (21 balls, 2 fours, 1 six). A vital breakthrough for Pakistan, breaking a building partnership.

Samson breaks free with a massive six! | India - 76/3 (11.5)

September 28, 2025 9:22 pm

Sanju Samson unleashes a powerful six, sending the ball soaring over the boundary ropes! This much-needed big hit breaks the shackles and injects crucial momentum into India's innings after a period of tight bowling.

Samson and Varma Stitch a Crucial Fifty-Run Stand! | India - 69/3 (11.0)

September 28, 2025 9:28 pm

Sanju Samson and Tilak Varma have forged a vital 50-run partnership off just 43 balls, steadying India's innings after early setbacks. Varma has contributed 32 runs from 28 balls, while Samson has added 18 runs from 15 balls.

Tilak Varma's Mighty Six! | India - 66/3 (10.3)

September 28, 2025 9:28 pm

Tilak Varma smashes a massive six off Abrar Ahmad, providing a crucial boost to India's scoring rate and injecting momentum into their chase. This powerful hit will help ease the pressure on the batting side.

India Reaches Fifty Runs! | India - 50/3 (8.2)

September 28, 2025 9:30 pm

India reaches the 50-run mark in 8.2 overs. Tilak Varma and Sanju Samson are steadily rebuilding the innings after losing three early wickets. This milestone provides a glimmer of hope for the Indian side.

India Reaches Fifty! | India - 50/3 (8.1)

September 28, 2025 9:30 pm

Sanju Samson takes a single off Abrar Ahmad, bringing up India's 50 runs. It's a crucial milestone as they look to rebuild their innings after losing three early wickets in the chase.

Samson finds the boundary! | India - 48/3 (7.3)

September 28, 2025 9:32 pm

Sanju Samson smashes a much-needed boundary off Haris Rauf, easing the pressure on India. This well-timed shot brings up a crucial four runs.

Tilak Varma finds the boundary! | India - 40/3(6.2)

September 28, 2025 9:32 pm

Tilak Varma smashes a much-needed boundary off Mohammad Nawaz, bringing some relief to the Indian innings. This shot helps to keep the scoreboard ticking and eases the pressure.

Tilak Varma unleashes a magnificent SIX! | India - 35/3 (5.4)

September 28, 2025 9:35 pm

Tilak Varma smashes a powerful six off Faheem Ashraf, sending the ball sailing over the ropes. This much-needed big hit injects momentum into India's chase.

Tilak Varma breaks the shackles with a boundary! | India - 29/3 (5.3)

September 28, 2025 9:35 pm

Tilak Varma smashes a much-needed boundary, releasing some of the pressure that was building on the Indian innings. This confident shot helps get the scoreboard moving.

Samson's Timely Boundary! | India - 25/3 (4.6)

September 28, 2025 9:42 pm

Sanju Samson smashes a crucial boundary off Shaheen Afridi, providing a much-needed release of pressure for India. This boundary keeps the scoreboard ticking and injects some confidence into the Indian innings.

Gill departs! Pakistan strike again! | India - 20/3 (3.6)

September 28, 2025 10:04 pm

Shubman Gill is caught by Haris Rauf off Faheem Ashraf's bowling. A crucial wicket for Pakistan, putting India under immense pressure in their chase of 147.

Gill finds the fence! | India - 20/2 (3.5)

September 28, 2025 10:05 pm

Shubman Gill strikes a superb boundary off Faheem Ashraf, easing some pressure on India. A well-timed shot that brings up 4 runs for the team.

Afridi Strikes! Suryakumar Yadav Departs Early | India - 10/2 (2.3)

September 28, 2025 10:10 pm

Shaheen Afridi gets the big wicket of Suryakumar Yadav, caught by Agha Salman. This is a crucial breakthrough for Pakistan, putting India under immense pressure early in their chase.

Early Breakthrough! Faheem Ashraf Dismisses Abhishek Sharma! | India - 7/1 (1.1)

September 28, 2025 10:19 pm

Abhishek Sharma departs early, caught by Haris Rauf off Faheem Ashraf for 5 runs (6 balls, 1 four). A crucial wicket for Pakistan to put India under pressure in the chase.

Abhishek Sharma opens his account with a boundary! | India - 4/0 (0.2)

September 28, 2025 10:19 pm

Abhishek Sharma gets off the mark in style, smashing a boundary off Shaheen Afridi. A confident start to India's chase.

India's Chase Begins! | Pakistan - 146/10 (19.1), India - 0/0 (0.1)

September 28, 2025 10:31 pm

Shaheen Afridi opens the bowling for Pakistan, delivering the first ball of India's chase to Abhishek Sharma, who plays it cautiously for no run.

Pakistan All Out! Bumrah takes the final wicket! | Pakistan - 146/10 (19.1)

September 28, 2025 10:31 pm

Jasprit Bumrah bowls Mohammad Nawaz, who is caught by Rinku Singh, bringing Pakistan's innings to an end. A brilliant catch sealed the deal for India, concluding Pakistan's innings.

Bumrah's Brilliance: Haris Rauf Bowled! | Pakistan - 141/9 (17.5)

September 28, 2025 10:33 pm

Jasprit Bumrah delivers a peach of a delivery, bowling Haris Rauf out for 6 runs. The stumps are rattled, and India are now just one wicket away from ending Pakistan's innings.

Haris Rauf smashes a boundary! | Pakistan - 139/8 (17.2)

September 28, 2025 10:33 pm

Haris Rauf finds the boundary with a well-timed shot off Jasprit Bumrah, adding crucial runs for Pakistan. This boundary brings some much-needed relief for Pakistan.

Kuldeep Yadav picks up his fourth wicket! | Pakistan - 134/8 (17.0)

September 28, 2025 10:38 pm

Kuldeep Yadav is on fire! Faheem Ashraf is caught by Tilak Varma, and Pakistan are now 134 for 8. This is a sensational spell of bowling from Kuldeep, completely dismantling the Pakistani batting line-up.

Kuldeep Yadav gets his third! Shaheen Afridi departs LBW! | Pakistan - 134/7(16.3)

September 28, 2025 10:38 pm

Kuldeep Yadav traps Shaheen Afridi plumb in front of the wickets, securing his third scalp of the innings. Afridi departs for a duck, adding to Pakistan's woes.

Kuldeep Yadav Strikes Again! Salman Departs | Pakistan - 133/6 (16.1)

September 28, 2025 10:40 pm

Agha Salman tries to go big but is caught by Sanju Samson off Kuldeep Yadav. Pakistan loses their sixth wicket, putting them in deep trouble.

Samson’s Safe Hands! Hussain Talat Departs! | Pakistan - 131/5 (15.3)

September 28, 2025 10:40 pm

Hussain Talat is caught behind by Sanju Samson off Axar Patel. Another crucial wicket falls for Pakistan, putting them under immense pressure.

Zaman Falls Short of Fifty! | Pakistan - 126/4 (14.3)

September 28, 2025 10:41 pm

Fakhar Zaman, looking dangerous and just four runs shy of his fifty, is caught by Kuldeep Yadav off Varun Chakravarthy. He departs after a quickfire 46 runs from 34 balls, including 2 fours and 2 sixes.

Fakhar Zaman Smashes a Maximum! | Pakistan - 126/3 (14.3)

September 28, 2025 10:41 pm

Fakhar Zaman launches a massive six off Varun Chakravarthy, finding the stands with a powerful shot. This big hit boosts Pakistan's scoring rate significantly.

Axar Patel Strikes! Haris Departs | Pakistan - 114/3 (13.3)

September 28, 2025 10:45 pm

Mohammad Haris is caught by Rinku Singh off the bowling of Axar Patel. A crucial wicket for India as Haris departs for a duck, putting Pakistan under more pressure.

Saim Ayub Departs! Kuldeep Yadav Strikes Again! | Pakistan - 113/2 (12.5)

September 28, 2025 10:45 pm

Kuldeep Yadav gets the crucial breakthrough for India as Saim Ayub tries to go big but is caught by Jasprit Bumrah. Ayub departs after a quickfire 14 runs off 10 balls, including two boundaries.

Fakhar Zaman brings up Pakistan's 100 with a cracking boundary! | Pakistan - 103/1 (11.2)

September 28, 2025 10:50 pm

Fakhar Zaman smashes a magnificent four off Tilak Varma, bringing up Pakistan's 100 runs in style! He is now on 30 runs off 23 balls, continuing the strong start for his team.

Saim Ayub's aggressive start with another boundary! | Pakistan - 97/1 (10.5)

September 28, 2025 10:50 pm

Saim Ayub smashes a magnificent four off Shivam Dube, continuing his aggressive start. He's looking very confident at the crease, quickly adding to Pakistan's total.

Ayub Finds the Fence! | Pakistan - 93/1 (10.3)

September 28, 2025 10:53 pm

Saim Ayub announces his arrival with a superb boundary off Shivam Dube! A confident shot to get his innings going and keep the scoreboard ticking for Pakistan.

Pakistan's Dominant Start: Farhan's Fifty and Chakravarthy's Breakthrough! | Pakistan - 87/1 (10.0)

September 28, 2025 10:53 pm

Pakistan has concluded the first 10 overs with a strong 87/1. Sahibzada Farhan's aggressive fifty set the tone, while Fakhar Zaman provided solid support. Varun Chakravarthy secured the crucial breakthrough, dismissing Farhan for 57.

Farhan Falls After Fifties Fireworks! | Pakistan - 84/1 (9.4)

September 28, 2025 10:53 pm

Sahibzada Farhan departs for a brilliant 57 runs off 38 balls, caught by Tilak Varma off the bowling of Varun Chakravarthy. A crucial breakthrough for India after a strong opening stand.

Sahibzada Farhan unleashes another maximum! | Pakistan - 84/0 (9.3)

September 28, 2025 10:53 pm

Sahibzada Farhan dispatches Varun Chakravarthy for a massive six, adding to his impressive tally. This powerful shot further boosts Pakistan's scoring rate.

Sahibzada Farhan reaches a blistering fifty! | Pakistan - 75/0 (8.4)

September 28, 2025 11:04 pm

Sahibzada Farhan brings up his half-century with a brilliant display of batting, reaching the milestone in just 35 balls. His innings has been studded with 5 fours and 2 sixes, providing a strong start for Pakistan.

Sahibzada Farhan reaches a brilliant half-century! | Pakistan - 75/0 (8.4)

September 28, 2025 11:07 pm

Sahibzada Farhan brings up his fifty with a well-placed shot, reaching the milestone in just 35 balls. A fantastic display of aggressive yet controlled batting, setting a strong platform for Pakistan.

Fakhar Zaman Smashes a Maximum! | Pakistan - 72/0 (8.2)

September 28, 2025 11:09 pm

Fakhar Zaman launches Kuldeep Yadav for a huge six, showcasing his power and intent. The ball sailed over the ropes, adding crucial runs to Pakistan's total.

Farhan finds the fence! | Pakistan - 63/0 (7.4)

September 28, 2025 11:13 pm

Sahibzada Farhan smashes another boundary off Axar Patel! He is now just 4 runs away from a well-deserved half-century, continuing his aggressive start and putting pressure on the bowlers.

Farhan's Ferocious Six! | Pakistan - 56/0 (7.0)

September 28, 2025 11:21 pm

Sahibzada Farhan unleashes a powerful six off Kuldeep Yadav, sending the ball soaring over the boundary ropes. A fantastic display of aggressive batting!

Pakistan's Openers Reach 50-Run Partnership! | Pakistan - 50/0 (6.5)

September 28, 2025 11:23 pm

Sahibzada Farhan (34 runs off 28 balls) and Fakhar Zaman (14 runs off 13 balls) have forged a crucial 50-run opening partnership for Pakistan in just 6.5 overs, providing a solid foundation for their innings.

Pakistan Reaches 50! | Pakistan - 50/0 (6.5)

September 28, 2025 11:25 pm

Pakistan brings up their fifty in style! Sahibzada Farhan's two runs off Kuldeep Yadav take them to 50 without loss. A fantastic opening partnership has laid a solid foundation for a big total.

Farhan finishes the powerplay with a boundary! | Pakistan - 45/0 (6.0)

September 28, 2025 11:27 pm

Sahibzada Farhan strikes a superb boundary off Axar Patel to end the powerplay on a high note. This shot boosts Pakistan's scoring rate.

Farhan unleashes a massive six! | Pakistan - 29/0 (3.3)

September 28, 2025 11:30 pm

Sahibzada Farhan dispatches Jasprit Bumrah for a huge six! This is a massive statement from the opener, shifting the momentum firmly in Pakistan's favour. What a shot!

Farhan finds the fence! | Pakistan - 23/0 (3.1)

September 28, 2025 11:30 pm

Sahibzada Farhan smashes a brilliant boundary, adding four crucial runs to Pakistan's total. A confident start to the over against India's premier pacer.

Zaman finds the boundary! | Pakistan - 19/0 (3.0)

September 28, 2025 11:43 pm

Fakhar Zaman unleashes a powerful shot, sending the ball racing to the fence for a much-needed four. This boundary injects momentum into Pakistan's innings.

Farhan finds the fence! | Pakistan - 11/0 (1.5)

September 28, 2025 11:43 pm

Sahibzada Farhan breaks free with a well-timed boundary off Jasprit Bumrah, taking his personal score to 10 runs. This boundary provides a crucial momentum shift for Pakistan.

First Boundary of the Match! | Pakistan - 4/0 (1.0)

September 28, 2025 11:54 pm

Sahibzada Farhan breaks the early pressure with a well-placed boundary, getting Pakistan off the mark and bringing some much-needed momentum to the innings.

First Boundary of the Match! | Pakistan - 4/0 (0.5)

September 28, 2025 11:56 pm

Sahibzada Farhan scores the first boundary of the innings with a well-timed shot, breaking the early pressure built by Shivam Dube. This brings some much-needed runs for Pakistan.

First Ball of the Match

September 28, 2025 11:59 pm

Shivam Dube bowls the first ball of the match to Sahibzada Farhan, who plays it defensively, resulting in a dot ball. A steady start to the innings.

Teams Unveiled for the Clash!

September 28, 2025 11:59 pm

The playing XIs are officially announced! India's lineup features a strong batting order with Shubman Gill and Suryakumar Yadav, supported by Jasprit Bumrah in bowling. Pakistan counters with Fakhar Zaman and Shaheen Afridi, setting the stage for a thrilling encounter.

India Wins Toss, Opts to Bowl First

September 29, 2025 12:00 am

India won the toss and elected to bowl first in this crucial encounter. The captain made a strategic decision to put the opposition in to bat, aiming to exploit any early movement on the pitch.