Highlights
- India beats Pakistan by five wickets to claim ninth Asia Cup title
- Surya Kumar Yadav donates match fees to Indian Armed Forces after political attack
- Players refuse to accept trophy from PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi
- Fans flood social media with memes and jokes
- Amitabh Bachchan’s cheeky tweet goes viral
- On-field antics and selfies steal attention
India triumph on the field
India clinched a thrilling victory over Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2025 final in Dubai, chasing 147 runs with five wickets to spare. Surya Kumar Yadav delivered a crucial performance, and Abhishek Sharma and Kuldeep Yadav also stood out with key contributions.
In a patriotic gesture and statement of defiance, SKY donated his match fees to the Indian Armed Forces following attacks from AAP politician Saurabh Bharadwaj, who had made caustic, casteist, and classist remarks, saying “tumhari aukaat hai to de do paisa.”
Political controversy surrounding SKY
The remarks against Surya Kumar Yadav sparked outrage online and across media platforms. Fans and commentators praised SKY’s response, highlighting his professionalism and patriotism. Many questioned whether Bharadwaj should face accountability for his vile comments.
Trophy presentation sparks drama
The celebrations were further overshadowed by the trophy presentation. The Indian team refused to accept the Asia Cup trophy from Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Mohsin Naqvi, who reportedly walked away with it, leaving players on the field and causing chaos in the stadium.
Fans and players respond with humor
Despite the tense situation, Indian players stayed in high spirits, taking selfies and joking on the field. Social media erupted with memes about both the trophy snub and SKY’s donation. The hashtag “No trophy, no problem” trended widely as fans celebrated India’s win with humor.
Celebrity reactions go viral
Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan weighed in with a cheeky tweet referencing his son Abhishek, which went viral almost immediately. Meanwhile, Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha drew boos after tossing the runners-up check on stage, adding fuel to the online discussion.
Drama overshadows the victory
India’s Asia Cup 2025 triumph will be remembered as much for Surya Kumar Yadav’s donation, the trophy controversy, and the viral reactions as for the on-field performance. From tense moments and political debate to humor, selfies, and celebrity commentary, this final proved cricket’s power to create drama far beyond the scoreboard.
