In the thrilling India-Pakistan clash at the Asia Cup 2025 last Sunday, Team India clinched a spectacular six-wicket victory. Following this triumph, veteran batsman Sunil Gavaskar showered immense praise on the team. Specifically, the 76-year-old Gavaskar lauded batsman Tilak Varma for his compelling domination over Pakistan's fast bowler Shaheen Afridi, which he marked as a turning point in the match, with Varma finishing the game with seven balls to spare.
Earlier, in a display of sheer aggression, Abhishek Sharma and Shubman Gill forged a formidable partnership of 105 runs in just 9.5 overs, laying the groundwork for India's win. Conversely, Shaheen Afridi went for 40 runs in 3.5 overs without taking a wicket. Gavaskar noted that, despite showcasing improved batting compared to their last encounter, Pakistan succumbed to pressure after losing three wickets, eventually falling 20 runs short even with substantial runs in the final three overs.
Statements from Sunil Gavaskar
Gavaskar said, 'India shattered Pakistan's hopes early with the phenomenal partnership of Abhishek Sharma and Shubman Gill. Ultimately, the exceedingly talented batsman Tilak Varma treated Pakistan's premier bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi like a net-bowler, finishing the match with a flurry of boundaries.'
He noted that post-match visuals depicted not handshakes but Pakistani bowlers shaking their heads in bewilderment, pondering ways to halt these Indian batsmen. With this victory, India's position in the race to the finals is solidified, while Pakistan prepares to battle Sri Lanka in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday for their next Super-4 match.
