IND vs PAK Controversy LIVE Updates, Asia Cup 2025 Winners: Suryakumar Yadav on PM Modi’s support, ‘it felt like he took the strike and…’

At the end of the eighth over, India are 49/3 in their chase of 140. Tilak Varma has 20 runs from 20 balls, including two boundaries and a six, while Sanju Samson has added 11 from 7 deliveries, including two boundaries. Haris Rauf and Mohammad Nawaz have each bowled an over, conceding 7 and 6 runs respectively, keeping India’s run rate at 6.12 as they need 98 from 72 balls.

On the third ball of the eighth over, Sanju Samson drove Haris Rauf’s delivery elegantly to the boundary for four runs. The well-timed shot helps India maintain momentum in their chase, easing pressure after early wickets.

At the end of the seventh over, India are 42/3 in their chase of 140. Tilak Varma has taken charge with 19 runs from 17 balls, including two boundaries and a six, while Sanju Samson adds 5 from 4 deliveries with a boundary. Mohammad Nawaz has bowled one over for 6 runs without taking a wicket, and Faheem Ashraf has three overs for 22 runs with 2 wickets. India’s current run rate is 6.00, with 105 needed from 78 balls.

On the second ball of the seventh over, Tilak Varma drove Mohammad Nawaz’s delivery elegantly through the off side for four runs. The boundary adds valuable runs to India’s total as they look to rebuild their innings after early losses.

At the end of the sixth over, India are 36/3 in their chase of 140. Tilak Varma leads the charge with 14 runs off 12 balls, including a boundary and a towering six, while Sanju Samson has 4 from 3 deliveries. Faheem Ashraf has bowled three overs, conceding 22 runs and picking up 2 wickets, keeping Pakistan in control.

On the fourth ball of the sixth over, Tilak Varma smashed Faheem Ashraf’s delivery straight into the second tier, scoring a spectacular six. The big hit injects momentum into India’s innings and lifts the team after early setbacks.

On the third ball of the sixth over, Tilak Varma played a sumptuous shot off Faheem Ashraf, sending the ball racing to the boundary for four runs. The elegant stroke helps India add crucial runs and ease some pressure after early wickets.

At the end of the fifth over, India are 25/3 in their chase of 140 in the Asia Cup 2025 final. Sanju Samson has contributed 4 runs from 3 balls, including a boundary, while Tilak Varma has added 3 from 6 deliveries. Shaheen Shah Afridi has bowled three overs for 14 runs, taking 1 wicket, and Faheem Ashraf has two wickets from two overs, conceding 11 runs. India’s current run rate is 5.00, with a required run rate climbing to 8.13 as they need 122 from 90 balls.

On the fourth ball of the fifth over, Shaheen Shah Afridi bowled to Sanju Samson, who played it defensively for no run. Samson remains at the crease, focusing on building a partnership as India looks to recover from early setbacks.

On the second ball of the fifth over, Shaheen Shah Afridi delivered a hard-length ball just outside off, which skidded on. Tilak Varma attempted to dab it fine but ended up chopping it into the off side for no run. The batsman remains at the crease as India tries to steady the innings after early wickets.

On the final ball of the fourth over, Shubman Gill was dismissed for 12 runs off 10 balls, including a boundary. Attempting to keep the momentum going, Gill was caught by Haris Rauf off a delivery from Faheem Ashraf. With a strike rate of 120, Gill’s aggressive start ends, leaving India reeling at 16/3 in their chase.

On the fifth ball of the fourth over, Shubman Gill connected perfectly with a delivery from Faheem Ashraf, sending it racing to the boundary for four runs. The boundary injects some momentum into India’s innings, easing pressure after early wickets.

On the second ball of the fourth over, Faheem Ashraf bowled a slower back-of-a-length delivery on middle and off. Tilak Varma nudged it gently into the on side, and Shubman Gill responded quickly, completing a comfortable single. The duo keeps India moving cautiously in their chase.

On the first ball of the fourth over, Shubman Gill managed to take a single off Faheem Ashraf. The run keeps India ticking along despite Pakistan’s disciplined bowling, helping to slightly ease the scoreboard pressure in their chase of 135 from 101 balls.

At the end of the third over, India find themselves at 12/2 in the Asia Cup 2025 final. Shubman Gill has 5 runs from 5 balls, while Tilak Varma contributes 1 from 2 deliveries. Shaheen Shah Afridi has bowled two overs for 9 runs and one wicket, and Faheem Ashraf has also claimed a wicket, conceding 3 runs in his only over so far. India’s required run rate climbs to 7.94 as they need 135 from 102 balls.

There was a short pause in the Asia Cup 2025 final as Shubman Gill requested a moment, noting that the spider cam suspended above the field was coming into his line of sight. The delay was brief, allowing Gill to regain focus and continue his innings without further disruption.

On the fifth ball of the second over, Tilak Varma managed to take a single off Shaheen Shah Afridi. The cautious stroke adds just one run to India’s total, keeping the score moving but under control as Pakistan continues to apply pressure with disciplined bowling.

In the third ball of the second over, Suryakumar Yadav was dismissed for just 1 run off 5 balls. Shaheen Shah Afridi bowled a slower full-length delivery outside off, and SKY went for a drive but could not keep it down. The ball flew towards mid-off, where Salman Agha executed a remarkable juggling catch while tumbling over, securing the wicket. Suryakumar departs with a strike rate of 20, leaving India reeling at 10/2.

After two overs, India have moved to 10/1 in the Asia Cup 2025 final. Shubman Gill has 4 runs from 4 balls, while Suryakumar Yadav adds 1 from 2 deliveries. Faheem Ashraf, picking up the first breakthrough, has bowled one over conceding 3 runs and claiming 1 wicket. India’s chase of 140 continues with a careful start under early pressure from Pakistan’s bowlers.

On the fourth ball of the second over, Faheem Ashraf delivered a ball to Shubman Gill, who played it cautiously for no run. The batsman remains at the crease, keeping India’s innings steady despite early pressure from Pakistan’s bowlers.

Abhishek Sharma departs for 5 runs off 6 balls, including a boundary. Attempting a shot, he miscues the ball into the air, and Faheem Ashraf, assisted by a catch from Haris Rauf, claims the wicket. Abhishek finishes with a strike rate of 83.33.

India got off to a controlled start in the Asia Cup 2025 final, scoring 7 runs without loss in the opening over bowled by Shaheen Shah Afridi. Shubman Gill added 2 runs off his first ball, while Abhishek Sharma contributed 5 from 5 deliveries, including a well-timed boundary. Afridi conceded 7 runs in his first over, leaving India with a current run rate of 7.00 and needing 140 from 114 balls at a required run rate of 7.36.

Perfect timing from Abhishek! Shaheen bowls a back-of-a-length delivery just outside off, and Abhishek meets it perfectly under his eyes, sending it racing between cover point and backward point for four runs.

Shaheen delivers a length just outside off, swinging slightly away. Abhishek steps down the track aiming to loft it over the bowler’s head but completely misses, leaving it for no run.

Pakistan has emerged as the only Full Member team in the Asia Cup 2025 with a dot-ball percentage above 40%, clocking in at 42%. The team has delivered a total of 348 dot balls throughout the tournament, averaging roughly 50 per game. In today’s match alone, Pakistan recorded 45 dot balls, highlighting their disciplined bowling and ability to consistently pressure opposition batters.

Kuldeep Yadav has taken the T20I world by storm, claiming 17 wickets in the Asia Cup 2025, tying the record for the most wickets in a T20I series among Full Member teams. He joins Fazalhaq Farooqi and Arshdeep Singh, who also took 17 wickets each during the T20 World Cup 2024, while Wanindu Hasaranga remains just behind with 16 wickets in the T20 World Cup 2021. Kuldeep’s exceptional economy rate of 6.27 highlights his control and consistency, making him one of the standout performers of the series.

India will be pleased with their strong comeback in the Asia Cup 2025 final. Kuldeep Yadav stole the show with a four-wicket haul, bouncing back after a challenging start to his spell. Axar Patel, Jasprit Bumrah, and Varun Chakravarthy each chipped in with two wickets, restricting Pakistan to just three batters reaching double figures.

Despite India’s dominance with the ball, Pakistan—fresh off defending 135 in a previous match—will still believe they can trouble the Indian top order. With 147 to chase, India looks in a commanding position, but the final moments promise an exciting contest. Stay tuned as the chase unfolds!

What started as a promising innings for Pakistan quickly turned into a nightmare. Sahibzada Farhan and Fakhar Zaman provided hope with brisk starts, but once Farhan fell, followed by Saim Ayub, the innings unravelled. Pakistan lost their last nine wickets for just 33 runs, crumbling from a strong position to a meek total of 146. India’s spinners, led by Kuldeep Yadav’s brilliant four-wicket haul, turned the match on its head. Kuldeep recovered superbly after a tricky start, and India will be thrilled with this emphatic bowling performance.

Jasprit Bumrah wrapped up Pakistan’s innings in style, trapping Mohammad Nawaz as the final wicket fell. Pakistan were bowled out for 146, with Nawaz making 6 off 9 balls. Rinku Singh held on for the catch, completing India’s dominant bowling display. Varun Chakravarthy and Kuldeep Yadav had earlier ripped through the middle and lower order, leaving Pakistan in disarray throughout their innings.

At the end of the 19th over, Pakistan stands at 146 for 9, with the last pair trying to steady the innings. Mohammad Nawaz has 6 off 8 balls, while Abrar Ahmed contributes 1 off 2. Varun Chakravarthy has been the chief destroyer for India, finishing with figures of 4-0-30-2, and Jasprit Bumrah chips in with 3-0-25-1, leaving Pakistan reeling in the final overs.