Massive celebrations erupted across the Jammu region on Sunday evening after India clinched a thrilling five-wicket victory over arch-rivals Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2025 final held in Dubai. This match represented India’s third consecutive Asia Cup triumph against Pakistan, reinforcing its dominance in regional cricket and igniting a wave of euphoria among fans.
The contest began dramatically with significant setbacks for India as pacers Faheem Ashraf and Shaheen Afridi dismissed star batsmen Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, and Suryakumar Yadav cheaply, leaving the Men in Blue in early trouble. Many feared the worst as India struggled to find its footing.
However, a resilient partnership between Tilak Varma and Shivam Dube turned the tide decisively in India’s favor. Their composed batting steadied the innings and laid the foundation for a memorable chase. Varma’s classy strokeplay combined with Dube’s explosive hitting proved key to steering India to a hard-fought yet confident win.
As soon as Dube struck the winning shot, streets across Jammu city and adjoining towns erupted into celebrations. Fans waved the Tricolour, shouted slogans of “India-India”, and filled the air with the sound of firecrackers. Markets, residential colonies, and chowks witnessed jubilant gatherings, transforming the night into a carnival of cricket passion.
“In the beginning, we were nervous after losing three early wickets. But Tilak Varma’s innings was simply brilliant, and Dube supported him well. We are proud of our team,” said a cricket fan in Jammu.
Another supporter chimed in, “It feels like Diwali has come early! India is the strongest team in the world right now, and no one can beat us when we play like this.”
Earlier, India’s bowlers delivered a disciplined performance, restricting Pakistan to a modest total. This controlled attack across the innings ensured that the target remained within reach, despite early hiccups during India’s chase. The bowlers set a solid foundation, which the batting department later built upon.
The emphatic victory not only earned India yet another Asia Cup trophy but also reinforced its status as a powerhouse in world cricket. The triumph sparked pride and jubilation not just in Jammu but across the entire nation. Fans revelled in the victory, singing praises of the team’s extraordinary performance.
