Dubai [UAE], September 29 (ANI): Head coach Gautam Gambhir had a simple message filled with "intent" after India's five-wicket win over Pakistan in the Asia Cup final at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday. After India became the Asian champions, Gambhir sent a clear message, writing on Instagram, "In the end, INTENT always wins!"

Unlike their previous two encounters, India had to put in a lot of effort to clinch the title for the ninth time in the tournament's history. While pursuing a 147-run target, India were jolted early with the top-order perishing inside the powerplay, leaving the Suryakumar Yadav-led side threadbare at 20/3 in 4 overs.

Tilak Varma steadied the world champions' sinking ship and injected the much-needed impetus to drive India past the finishing line. Sanju

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