India defeated arch-rival Pakistan by five wickets in the thrilling Asia Cup 2025 Final at Dubai on Sunday, securing its ninth continental crown. The match was closely contested, but young Indian stars stepped up to deliver a historic win.
Interestingly, the post-match presentation ceremony was delayed by more than an hour, and the Indian players refused to accept the trophy directly from Mohsin Naqvi (President of the Asian Cricket Council, PCB Chairman, and Pakistan’s Interior Minister). Despite the controversy, the celebration continued with a series of awards recognizing top performers of the tournament.
Full List of Award Winners – Asia Cup 2025
- Player of the Match (Final): Tilak Varma
- Gamechanger of the Match (Final): Shivam Dube
- Player of the Tournament: Abhishek Sharma
- Most Valuable Player of the Tournament: Kuldeep Yadav
- Most Runs: Abhishek Sharma
- Most Wickets: Kuldeep Yadav
- Most Sixes: Abhishek Sharma
Key Highlights of the Final
- Tilak Varma anchored India’s chase with a composed innings, earning him the Player of the Match award.
- Shivam Dube played a quick-fire knock that shifted momentum in India’s favor, making him the Gamechanger.
- Abhishek Sharma emerged as the breakout star of the tournament, dominating with both consistency and power. His runs and six-hitting ability made him the Player of the Tournament, Most Runs, and Most Sixes awardee.
- Kuldeep Yadav’s spin magic troubled batsmen throughout the tournament, earning him the Most Valuable Player and Most Wickets awards.
India’s Dominance in Asia Cup History
With this victory, India now holds nine Asia Cup titles, further establishing its dominance in continental cricket. The win over Pakistan in such a high-pressure game adds another golden chapter to India’s cricketing legacy.


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