India scripted on Sunday night, crushing arch-rival Pakistan by 5 wickets to win the Asia Cup 2025. At the heart of this scintillating victory was Tilak Varma, who showed grit, patience and fearlessness during his unbeaten 69-run knock. But what stole the show was head coach Gautam Gambhir’s reaction to Tilak’s six off Haris Rauf in the final over.

India required just 10 runs when Shivam Dube was dismissed by Shaheen Shah Afridi near the boundary, sparking late tension. However, Tilak Varma held his nerve and guided India across the finish line to secure victory.

With 8 needed off 5, Tilak deposited Rauf’s hard-length delivery into the stand, sending a wave of joy in the Indian camp. Gambhir, sitting in the dugout with a palm face, suddenly burst into celebration and banged the table har

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