Dubai: The cricket was tense, closely fought and error-prone at times, befitting an India versus Pakistan rivalry and a tournament final.

Team India, who went into Sunday’s Asia Cup title-decider as overwhelming favourites, survived anxious moments and had to dig deep when crisis loomed before emerging champions. Pakistani bowlers looked to be on top, despite the team suffering a spectacular batting collapse, but ‘Operation Tilak’ finally cut them to size. The left-hander’s brilliant unbeaten 69 guided India home with two balls to spare. ADVERTISEMENT

The trophy drama overshadowed the gripping finale, and the Indian cricketers were left to celebrate without the Asia Cup. Asian Cricket Council chief Mohsin Naqvi was scheduled to present the trophy to Suryakumar Yadav and his boys, but th

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