New Delhi, Sep 29: Union Home Minister Amit Shah lauded Team India’s thrilling five-wicket victory over Pakistan in the Men’s T20 Asia Cup 2025 final, calling it “a phenomenal victory” and reinforcing the belief that India is destined to win in any field.

Shah posted on X: “A phenomenal victory. The fierce energy of our boys blew up the rivals again. Bharat is destined to win no matter which field,” capturing the national mood after India’s triumph at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday.

The victory secured India’s ninth Asia Cup title and showcased their unbeaten run in the tournament. Pakistan had raced to 113/1 in 12.4 overs, but India’s spinners triggered a dramatic collapse. Kuldeep Yadav’s brilliant spell, supported by Axar Patel and Varun Chakaravarthy, helped bowl Pakistan out for 146 in 19.1 overs. Jasprit Bumrah picked two wickets at the death.

Chasing 147, India initially slipped to 20/3 after losing Abhishek Sharma, Shubman Gill, and skipper Suryakumar Yadav cheaply. However, Tilak Varma’s unbeaten 69 off 51 balls and Shivam Dube’s late surge of sixes ensured India won with two balls to spare.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi also praised the win, drawing parallels to military success: “#OperationSindoor on the games field. Outcome is the same – India wins! Congrats to our cricketers,” he posted on X.

In a bold off-field move, Team India reportedly refused to accept the trophy and medals from ACC chairman Mohsin Naqvi, who also heads the Pakistan Cricket Board. BJP IT Cell head Amit Malviya called it a significant statement by the Indian team.