India have beaten Pakistan by five wickets in the final to retain the Asia Cup, capping a remarkable unbeaten run with their third victory against their arch-rivals at this year’s tournament.

Needing 10 off the last over from Haris Rauf on Sunday, India’s hero proved to be Tilak Varma, who hit the second ball for a six to effectively seal their thrilling five-wicket victory and triggering wild celebration in the Indian camp.

Put in to bat in the showdown, Pakistan had not been able to capitalise on an 84-run opening stand between Sahibzada Farhan (57) and Fakhar Zaman (46) and were bundled out for 146 with five deliveries still left in their innings.

Pakistan lost their last nine wickets for 33 runs in a spectacular meltdown with India’s left-arm spinner Kuldeep Yadav (4-30) being the w

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