Team India clinched their ninth Asia Cup crown in Dubai on Sunday night, defeating Pakistan by five wickets in a gripping T20 final. The contest swung dramatically from one side to the other before Tilak Varma’s calm half-century and Shivam Dube’s late fireworks sealed the game in the final over.

As soon as the winning runs were struck, social media lit up with a flood of posts. From Bollywood icons to South Indian superstars, congratulatory messages poured in for the Men in Blue.

Celebrity reactions

Sidharth Malhotra was among the first to salute the victory. “What a match tonight! India showed grit, fire & heart. Unbeaten champions! You make us all proud #indvspak2025 #AsiaCupFinal,” he wrote.

Amitabh Bachchan added his voice in Hindi, posting: “??? ??? !! 🇮🇳🇮🇳 .. well played 'A

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