Dubai/New Delhi: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) celebrated India’s emphatic five-wicket victory over Pakistan in the Asia Cup final in Dubai, calling it a powerful statement on and off the field.

In a brief but emphatic social media post, the BCCI wrote: “3 blows. 0 response. Asia Cup Champions. Message delivered. 21 crores prize money for the team and support staff.”

India’s five-wicket victory in the final at the Dubai International Stadium in Dubai not only secured their ninth Asia Cup title but also showcased the team’s dominance in high-pressure situations.

Pakistan had started strongly, reaching 113/1 in 12.4 overs, but India’s bowlers, led by Kuldeep Yadav, triggered a dramatic collapse to restrict Pakistan to 146 all out.

Chasing a modest total, India initial

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