The Asia Cup 2025 ended on a thrilling note as India defeated Pakistan by five wickets in a high-intensity finale. While India celebrated the victory without the trophy, the disappointment of Pakistanis at their third consecutive defeat to India was evident in their social media meltdown.
The India-Pakistan clashes were more politically-charged than before, coming five months after the Pahalgam terror attack in April. Despite starting well in the final, Pakistan endured a dramatic collapse, losing nine wickets in 33 runs in the middle overs.
While Pakistan’s bowling unit performed well, Haris Rauf conceded 50 runs in his 3.4 overs. Adding to this was a dropped catch, a missed run out, and Tilak Verma’s heroic 69* from 53 balls that sealed the match in India’s favour. Clips of fan reactio